Prefixes, Suffixes and Root Words

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What does the prefix 're-' mean in the word 'review'?

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do over

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean in the word 'wonderful'?

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full of

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What is the root of the word 'higher'?

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high

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Where does a prefix come in relation to a root word?

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beginning

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Where does a suffix come in relation to a root word?

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end

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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 root 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 root word to change its meaning.

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Give an example of a word with a prefix and its meaning.

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'Unhappy' - means not happy.

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Give an example of a word with a suffix and its meaning.

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'Joyful' - means full of joy.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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not or opposite of.