Prefixes, Suffixes, Roots and Context Clues

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What does the root 'ped' mean?

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foot

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True or False: Knowing the meaning of a word's root can help you unlock the meaning of that word.

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True

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What kind of context clue is used when a word is defined in the sentence?

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definition

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True or False: Adding a prefix or suffix to a base word can change its meaning.

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True

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What does the root 'aqua' mean?

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water

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

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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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What is a root word?

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A root word is the base part of a word that carries its primary meaning.

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What kind of context clue is used when a word is compared to another word with a similar meaning?

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synonym

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What kind of context clue is used when a word is compared to another word with the opposite meaning?

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antonym