Understanding Prefixes Flashcards
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Understanding Prefixes Flashcards

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What does the term 'prefix' refer to?

  • A syllable or word that comes after a root word
  • A synonym for suffix
  • A word that has no meaning
  • A syllable or word that comes before a root word to change its meaning (correct)
  • What is a pretest?

    A test before the real test, usually given to see what is already known.

    What does the term 'preview' mean?

  • To view something in advance (correct)
  • To predict the future
  • To discard something immediately
  • To change something after it has occurred
  • What does it mean to predict?

    <p>To say what will happen before it occurs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to prepay?

    <p>To pay for something before it needs to be paid in full.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to prevent?

    <p>To stop something before it happens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to preapprove?

    <p>To authorize or give permission in advance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a precaution?

    <p>A measure taken in advance to prevent harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to precede?

    <p>To come before something else in time, order, or rank.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to prejudge?

    <p>To make a decision before you have all of the facts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Prefix: A morpheme placed before a root word to alter its meaning.
    • Pretest: An initial assessment designed to measure existing knowledge before a definitive test is administered.
    • Preview:
      • (Noun) An advanced glimpse or sample of something.
      • (Verb) The act of viewing something beforehand for assessment or appreciation.
    • Predict: The act of forecasting an event or outcome before it actually occurs, often based on analysis or intuition.
    • Prepay: The action of paying for a product or service in advance, before it is fully due or consumed.
    • Prevent: To take action aimed at stopping an event or situation from occurring before it takes place.
    • Preapprove: Granting permission or authorization in advance of a formal request or process, often seen in financial contexts.
    • Precaution: A strategic measure or plan implemented ahead of time to safeguard against potential risks or harmful events.
    • Precede: To occur or exist prior to another event or entity in terms of time, order, or significance.
    • Prejudge: The tendency to form an opinion or make a decision about someone or something without having complete or sufficient information.

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    This quiz focuses on the usage and meaning of prefixed words, specifically those that start with 'pre-'. Each flashcard presents a word, its definition, and examples to help learners grasp the concept of prefixes effectively. Study these cards to enhance your vocabulary and understanding of language structure.

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