Root Words

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the basic part of a word that gives it meaning. It can have prefixes or suffixes added to it.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What does the root word 'add' mean?

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The root word 'add' means to put together or combine numbers.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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Which word is a form of the root word 'work'?

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Working is a form of the root word 'work'.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What is the meaning of the word 'addition'?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'the opposite of'.

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.2.3D

CCSS.RF.3.3A

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

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CCSS.L.1.4B

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.2.3D

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What does the suffix '-ing' indicate?

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The suffix '-ing' indicates an action that is currently happening.

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CCSS.L.1.4B

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.2.3D

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What is the root word in 'forgotten'?

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The root word in 'forgotten' is 'forget'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4B

CCSS.L.9-10.4B

CCSS.L.K.4B

CCSS.RF.1.3F

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What does the word 'movers' relate to?

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The word 'movers' relates to the root word 'move', meaning to change position.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What is the meaning of the word 'addition'?

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Addition means the process of adding numbers together.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1