Exploring Vocabulary in The Phantom Tollbooth

What does the word 'tollbooth' mean in the context of the story?

• A structure for storing tolls.

• A type of vehicle used for travel.

• A gateway to a fantastical journey.

• A place to pay for parking.

Find a synonym for 'wisdom' as used in the title.

• naivety

• ignorance

• foolishness

• sagacity

What is an antonym for 'phantom'?

• dream

• specter

• reality

• illusion

Use 'wit' in a sentence that reflects its meaning.

• The wit of the book was lost on the readers.

• Her wit was dull and uninteresting.

• Her wit made the conversation lively and entertaining.

• He used wit to solve complex math problems.

What prefix can be added to 'toll' to indicate a repeated action?

• sub

• over

• re

• pre

Identify the suffix in the word 'wisdom' and explain its function.

• The suffix is 'om' which denotes a place or location.

• The word 'wisdom' does not have a suffix; it is a root word.

• The suffix is 'wis' which means knowledge.

• The suffix is 'dom' and it indicates a state or condition.

How does the word 'phantom' relate to the themes in the book?

• The word 'phantom' represents the beauty of nature and life.

• The word 'phantom' is associated with themes of adventure and exploration.

• The word 'phantom' relates to themes of loss and the haunting nature of the past.

• The word 'phantom' signifies a joyful reunion with loved ones.

What does 'mod' refer to in the context of vocabulary?

• modifier

• modular function

• modification term

• modifier phrase

Provide an example of a word that is a synonym for 'clever' as it relates to 'wit'.

• sharp

• simple

• foolish

• dull

Explain how 'tollbooth' can be broken down into its root and affixes.

• toll (root) + booth (affix)

• toll (affix) + booth (root)

• toll (root) + both (affix)

• tollbooth (root)