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Understanding Literal Language

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What is the primary way to understand the meaning of unfamiliar words in literal language?

Denotation (correct)

Root word analysis

Morpheme analysis

Structural analysis

What is the purpose of a prefix in a word?

To change the meaning of the word (correct)

To change the tense of the word

To attach the word to a root word

To change the number of the word

What is the main advantage of using structural analysis when reading?

It helps readers understand figurative language

It is a technique used only in poetry

It prevents readers from interrupting their reading to look up unfamiliar words (correct)

It provides context clues to find the meaning of unfamiliar words

What is the term used to refer to a word in linguistics?

Morpheme Signup and view all the answers

What is the signal word for a Definition Clue in context clues?

Is Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to scan the text first and then highlight unfamiliar words?

To avoid interrupting the reading process Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a free morpheme and a bound morpheme?

A free morpheme can stand alone, while a bound morpheme cannot Signup and view all the answers

Which type of context clue uses the opposite word of the unfamiliar word to find its meaning?

Antonym Clue Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of figurative language in writing and speaking?

To convey complex meaning and add depth to writing Signup and view all the answers

Where can figurative language be used apart from poetry?

In prose and normal conversation Signup and view all the answers