Word Study - Prefixes: pre, pro, con, com - Assessment

What is the best definition of commotion?

• A quiet and peaceful moment

• A loud and chaotic disturbance

• A planned and orderly event

• A small and unnoticed change

If a scientist needs to compile data, what are they doing?

• Scattering their research notes randomly

• Gathering and organizing information

• Destroying unnecessary documents

• Ignoring the results of their experiment

A commercial is most related to which of the following?

• An educational lecture

• A business advertisement

• A personal letter

• A historical document

Which of the following best demonstrates the meaning of contain?

• Letting water spill freely on the floor

• Keeping a pet inside a fenced yard

• Releasing birds from a cage

• Ignoring a problem instead of handling it

Which of the following best describes a contest?

• A peaceful discussion between two friends

• A disagreement or competition for a prize

• A person making a final decision with no argument

• A moment of hesitation before acting

If someone has confidence, how are they most likely feeling?

• Uncertain and nervous

• Sure of themselves and their abilities

• Afraid to speak in front of others

• Overwhelmed by too many choices

What does the prefix pre- mean?

• After

• Before

• Together

• Against

Based on its prefix and root, the word prejudge most likely means:

• To make a decision before knowing all the facts

• To judge fairly after reviewing all information

• To refuse to make a decision at all

• To gather evidence before forming an opinion

The word prefix suggests that:

• A part is added at the beginning of a word

• Something is removed from a word

• A word is broken into multiple syllables

• The meaning of the word is unclear

Which sentence best demonstrates the meaning of preflight?

• "The pilot checked all the instruments before takeoff."

• "The plane landed safely after a long trip."

• "The passengers relaxed during the flight."

• "The airline scheduled an extra flight due to demand."