Vocabulary Prefixes and Roots Quiz

Which sentence contains a word with the PREFIX meaning BEFORE?

• The antebellum house is a popular tourist attraction.

• The telescope allows us to see distant planets.

• The postscript added clarification to the letter.

• We reconstructed the bookshelf after it broke.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence contains a word with the PREFIX meaning AFTER?

• The structure of the castle is truly remarkable.

• The post-test results showed great improvement.

• The prefabricated homes were installed in record time.

• The sculpture was carefully created by hand.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence DOES NOT contain a word with a PREFIX meaning BEFORE?

• The pregame warm-up was intense.

• The forethought he demonstrated impressed everyone.

• The manuscript was written years ago.

• Antecedents can help explain behaviors.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence DOES NOT contain a word with the PREFIX meaning AFTER?

• The students reviewed their post-test answers.

• The professor’s lecture had a thoughtful postscript.

• The afterschool program was canceled due to the storm.

• The forecast predicted clear skies.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence contains a word with the ROOT meaning WRITE?

• She restructured her vacation plans last minute.

• The structure of the essay was flawless.

• The scribe documented every detail of the meeting.

• The factory was known for its innovative methods.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence contains a word with the ROOT meaning BUILD?

• The construction site was bustling with activity.

• The library was inscribed with the town’s motto.

• The blueprint outlined the steps for the new building.

• The prescription helped relieve her symptoms.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Which sentence DOES NOT contain a word with the ROOT meaning WRITE?

• The manuscript contained many spelling errors.

•  The inscription on the ring was heartfelt.
  

• The building’s structure was damaged in the storm.
  

• The scribe’s handwriting was nearly illegible.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Which sentence DOES NOT contain a word with the PREFIX meaning AFTER?

• The postgame interview highlighted the players’ strategies.

• The pretest prepared us for the final.

• The aftermath of the storm was devastating.

• The postscript clarified the author’s intention.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence DOES NOT contain a word with the PREFIX meaning BEFORE?

• The foreshadowing in the story hinted at the ending.

• The teacher gave a preview of the lesson.

• He met with his friend before school.

• The preview of the movie left me excited.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which sentence DOES NOT contain a word with the ROOT meaning BUILD?

• The cafeteria workers organized a strike.

• The structural integrity of the bridge was tested.

• The team constructed an elaborate stage design.

• The destruction caused by the fire was overwhelming.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A