Unknown Words

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What does the word 'unknown' mean?

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Not known or familiar; something that is not recognized or identified.

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What is a synonym for 'unknown'?

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Unfamiliar.

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What does 'context' mean in relation to unknown words?

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The circumstances or setting in which a word is used, which can help determine its meaning.

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How can you figure out the meaning of an unknown word?

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By using context clues, such as surrounding words or sentences.

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What is a 'prefix'?

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

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Give an example of a word with a prefix.

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'Unhappy' - 'un-' is the prefix meaning 'not'.

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What is a 'suffix'?

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

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Give an example of a word with a suffix.

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'Happiness' - 'ness' is the suffix that turns 'happy' into a noun.

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What does 'root word' mean?

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The base part of a word that gives it meaning, to which prefixes and suffixes can be added.

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What is the root word of 'unhappiness'?

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The root word is 'happy'.