Multisyllabic Words

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What is the definition of multisyllabic words?

  • Words with only one syllable
  • Words with more than one syllable (correct)
  • Words with multiple meanings
  • Words with unusual spelling

What does it mean to 'decode' a word?

  • To look up its meaning in a dictionary
  • To read it out loud
  • To break it down and figure out how to pronounce it (correct)
  • To ignore the word

How can common spelling patterns help with multisyllabic words?

  • They change the pronunciation of the words
  • They make the words shorter
  • They help tackle any multisyllabic word (correct)
  • They provide the meanings of the words

What are affixes in relation to words?

<p>Additions to the beginning or end of a root word (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is breaking larger words into syllables helpful?

<p>To help decode the words (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a prefix in a word?

<p>It is a group of letters at the beginning of a word (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common suffix?

<p>-ly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What accomplishment is Sally Ride known for in space?

<p>Retrieving a satellite with a robotic arm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a multisyllabic word mentioned in the text?

<p>Sally (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to tackle words with affixes by separating them from the root word?

<p>To identify common prefixes and suffixes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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