Root Words, Prefixes, Suffixes

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What is a root word?

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A base word that can have prefixes or suffixes added to it.

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What does the word 'sweeten' mean?

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To make sweet.

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What is a prefix?

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A word added to the beginning of a root word that changes its meaning.

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What does the suffix 'less' mean?

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It means 'without' or 'not full of.'

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What does 'unorganized' mean in the sentence 'Cam’s bag is unorganized today'?

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It means Cam's bag is not organized.

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What is a suffix?

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A word added to the end of a root word that changes its meaning.

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Give an example of a root word.

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'Play' is a root word.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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It means 'not' or 'opposite of.'

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What does the word 'happiness' mean?

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The state of being happy; 'happy' is the root word.

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What is the meaning of the prefix 're-'?

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It means 'again' or 'back.'