6th Grade Prefixes And Suffixes
Tests student knowledge of tested 6th grade Kansas Assessment prefixes and suffixes. Includes grade-appropriate base words.
Questions and Answers
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Knowing the meaning of the prefix auto- helps the reader understand that the word autonavigation means
- A.
Navigation again
- B.
The wrong navigation
- C.
Navigation by itsef
- D.
The study of navigation
Correct Answer
C. Navigation by itsefExplanation
The prefix "auto-" means self or by itself. Therefore, knowing the meaning of the prefix helps the reader understand that "autonavigation" refers to navigation by itself or without human intervention.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -ous helps the reader understand that the word nervous means:
- A.
Before nerves
- B.
Underneath nerves
- C.
Full of nerves
- D.
Without any nerves
Correct Answer
C. Full of nervesExplanation
The suffix -ous is commonly used to form adjectives that describe the quality or state of being. In this case, adding -ous to the word "nerve" creates the adjective "nervous," which means full of nerves. This suggests that the person or thing described as nervous is experiencing anxiety, tension, or unease. Therefore, the correct answer is "full of nerves."Rate this question:
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- 3.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word disposal means:
- A.
Disposed again
- B.
Relating to being disposed
- C.
Disposed before
- D.
Without being disposed
Correct Answer
B. Relating to being disposedExplanation
The suffix -al is commonly used to form adjectives that describe a characteristic or quality of something. In this case, the word "disposal" is derived from the verb "dispose," which means to get rid of or arrange in a certain way. By understanding the meaning of the suffix -al, the reader can infer that "disposal" refers to something that is related to being disposed or the act of disposing.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word occasional means:
- A.
Of occasion
- B.
Two occasions
- C.
Wrong occasion
- D.
Many occasions
Correct Answer
A. Of occasionExplanation
The suffix -al is commonly used to form adjectives, and it indicates a relationship or pertaining to something. In this case, the suffix -al is added to the root word "occasion," which means a particular event or happening. Therefore, the word "occasional" means "of occasion," indicating that something happens or occurs on certain occasions or at specific times.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -some helps the reader understand that the word awesome means:
- A.
Losing awe
- B.
Very little awe
- C.
Feeling awe again
- D.
Having the quality of awe
Correct Answer
D. Having the quality of aweExplanation
The suffix -some is used to indicate a quality or characteristic. In this case, adding -some to the root word "awe" creates the word "awesome," which means having the quality of awe. Therefore, knowing the meaning of the suffix -some helps the reader understand that "awesome" means having the quality of awe.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word magical means:
- A.
Before magic
- B.
The process of making magic
- C.
Relating to magic
- D.
Someone who makes magic
Correct Answer
C. Relating to magicExplanation
The correct answer is "relating to magic". The suffix -al is commonly used to form adjectives that describe a characteristic or quality. In this case, adding -al to the word "magic" creates the adjective "magical", which means "relating to magic".Rate this question:
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- 7.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word digital means:
- A.
Before digits
- B.
Against digits
- C.
Relating to digits
- D.
Having many digits
Correct Answer
C. Relating to digitsExplanation
The suffix -al is used to form adjectives that indicate a relationship or connection to the base word. In this case, the base word is "digit," which refers to a numerical symbol. Therefore, when we add the suffix -al to "digit," we get the adjective "digital," which means "relating to digits."Rate this question:
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- 8.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -ize helps the reader understand that the word crystalize means:
- A.
Made of crystals
- B.
The study of crystals
- C.
Become like crystals
- D.
Underneath a crystal
Correct Answer
C. Become like crystalsExplanation
The suffix -ize is used to indicate the process of making something or causing something to become a certain way. In this case, the word crystalize is derived from the noun crystal and the suffix -ize, indicating that it means to become like crystals.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word historical means:
- A.
Most historic things
- B.
Relating to historic things
- C.
Without historic things
- D.
Before historic things
Correct Answer
B. Relating to historic thingsExplanation
The suffix -al is commonly used to form adjectives, indicating that the word historical is likely an adjective as well. By understanding the meaning of the suffix -al, the reader can deduce that the word historical means "relating to historic things."Rate this question:
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- 10.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -ize helps the reader understand that the word socialize means:
- A.
The most social activity
- B.
Divide into social groups
- C.
Before becoming social
- D.
Participate in social activity
Correct Answer
D. Participate in social activityExplanation
The suffix -ize is commonly used to form verbs that indicate the process or act of doing something. In this case, the word socialize is formed by adding the suffix -ize to the root word social. Therefore, the correct answer is "participate in social activity," as it reflects the meaning of the word socialize as engaging or taking part in social activities.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Knowing the meaning of the prefix fore- helps the reader understand that the word foreground means:
- A.
Into the ground
- B.
The ground in front
- C.
After the ground
- D.
The study of ground
Correct Answer
B. The ground in frontExplanation
The prefix "fore-" means "in front" or "before." Therefore, knowing the meaning of this prefix helps the reader understand that the word "foreground" refers to the ground in front.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word frontal means:
- A.
Only the front
- B.
Especially the front
- C.
Under the front
- D.
Relating to the front
Correct Answer
D. Relating to the frontExplanation
The suffix -al is commonly used to form adjectives that describe a characteristic or quality. In this case, knowing the meaning of the suffix -al helps the reader understand that the word frontal means "relating to the front." The suffix -al indicates that the word is describing something that is connected to or associated with the front.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Knowing the meaning of the prefix multi- helps the reader understand that the word multisession means:
- A.
Many sessions
- B.
The same session
- C.
Sessions together
- D.
The session before
Correct Answer
A. Many sessionsExplanation
The prefix "multi-" means many or multiple. Therefore, knowing the meaning of the prefix helps us understand that the word "multisession" refers to having many sessions.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Knowing that the meaning of the prefix auto- helps the reader understand that the word autonavigation means:
- A.
Navigation again
- B.
The wrong navigation
- C.
Navigation by itself
- D.
The study of navigation
Correct Answer
C. Navigation by itselfExplanation
The prefix "auto-" means "self" or "by itself." Therefore, when combined with the word "navigation," the term "autonavigation" implies that navigation is done independently or automatically, without the need for external assistance or input.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Knowing the meaning of the suffix -ous helps the reader understand that the word fibrous means:
- A.
Before fibers
- B.
The most fibers
- C.
Containing fibers
- D.
The study of fibers
Correct Answer
C. Containing fibersExplanation
The suffix -ous is used to form adjectives and means "full of" or "having the qualities of." Therefore, knowing the meaning of the suffix -ous helps the reader understand that the word fibrous means "containing fibers."Rate this question:
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