Prefix And Suffix Test #4

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1.

What does the root word dict mean?
- A.
  
  To lead
- B.
  
  To speak
- C.
  
  To go
Correct Answer
B. To speak

Explanation
The root word "dict" means "to speak." This can be seen in words like "dictionary" which is a book that contains words and their definitions, and "dictate" which means to speak or read something aloud for someone else to write down. The root word "dict" is derived from the Latin word "dicere" which also means "to speak."

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What does the prefix mal mean?
- A.
  
  Bad
- B.
  
  Good
- C.
  
  Against
Correct Answer
A. Bad

Explanation
The prefix "mal-" is derived from Latin and it means "bad" or "wrong". It is commonly used in English to form words that indicate something negative or undesirable. For example, "malfunction" means a failure or problem, and "malicious" refers to someone who has ill intentions or is harmful. Therefore, the correct answer is "bad".

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What does the prefix bene mean?
- A.
  
  Able to
- B.
  
  Bad
- C.
  
  Good
Correct Answer
C. Good

Explanation
The prefix "bene" means "good." This can be seen in words like "beneficial" which means helpful or advantageous. The prefix is derived from the Latin word "bene" which also means good.

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4.

What does the prefix contra mean?
- A.
  
  Against
- B.
  
  Able to
- C.
  
  One who
Correct Answer
A. Against

Explanation
The prefix "contra-" means "against". It is used to indicate opposition or contradiction to something. For example, "contradict" means to speak or argue against something, and "contravene" means to go against or violate a rule or law. Therefore, in this context, "against" is the correct answer to the question.

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5.

What does the suffix ary mean?
- A.
  
  Act of
- B.
  
  Condition of
- C.
  
  A place for; one who
Correct Answer
C. A place for; one who

Explanation
The suffix "ary" typically means "a place for; one who." It is commonly used to form nouns that indicate a location or a person associated with a particular activity or profession. For example, "library" means a place for books, and "secretary" refers to one who performs administrative tasks. Therefore, the correct answer is "a place for; one who."

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What does the suffix ment mean?
- A.
  
  Do; make or cause
- B.
  
  Act of; condition of; state of
- C.
  
  One who
Correct Answer
B. Act of; condition of; state of

Explanation
The suffix "ment" in English typically indicates the act of, condition of, or state of something. It is added to a base word to create a noun that represents the action or result of the verb. For example, "enjoyment" represents the act or state of enjoying something, and "development" represents the act or process of developing something.

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What does the suffix able mean?
- A.
  
  Able to
- B.
  
  One who
- C.
  
  Act of
Correct Answer
A. Able to

Explanation
The suffix "able" in this context means "capable of" or "having the ability to." It indicates that something or someone has the capacity or skill to perform a certain action or possess a certain quality.

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8.

What does the suffix ate mean?
- A.
  
  One who
- B.
  
  Act of
- C.
  
  Do, make or cause
Correct Answer
C. Do, make or cause

Explanation
The suffix "-ate" typically indicates the action of doing, making, or causing something. It is commonly used to form verbs from nouns or adjectives, implying that the action described by the base word is being performed. For example, "activate" means to cause something to become active, "educate" means to provide knowledge or instruction, and "liberate" means to set free. Therefore, the correct answer is "do, make or cause."

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Prefix And Suffix Test #4

What does the root word dict mean?

What does the prefix mal mean?

What does the prefix bene mean?

What does the prefix contra mean?

What does the suffix ary mean?

What does the suffix ment mean?

What does the suffix able mean?

What does the suffix ate mean?