Chapter 20.1
Master Creating New Words With Affixes
You will learn to build vocabulary by adding prefixes and suffixes to root words, unlocking the meaning of countless new words.
What You'll Learn
You learn how affixes change root word meanings completely.
You practice adding prefixes like un- and re- effectively.
You master suffixes including -ful, -less, and -er patterns.
You build vocabulary by understanding how word parts work.
What You'll Practice
1
You identify prefix and suffix meanings in story contexts.
2
You create new words by adding affixes correctly.
3
You explain how affixes change root word meanings.
Why This Matters
You need this skill to understand new words you encounter in reading and to express yourself clearly in writing throughout your education.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Affixes
Prefixes
Suffixes
Vocabulary
Word Formation
IL Curriculum Aligned
