Expanding Vocabulary: Word Parts and Reference Resources Answers

Based on the definition of the prefix, what does the underlined word mean?

X hill✔ stationarywise

Based on the definition of the suffix, what does the underlined word mean?

✔ brakebreakX wealwheel

definition 1✔ definition 2definition 3definition 4

Choose the word that best replaces the underlined word.

Choose the correct spelling of the homophone to complete each sentence. The Houston Astros played extremely well, and now World Series champions. The players are excited to bring trophy back to the city of Houston.

✔ patiencepatientspatiences

✔ peakpeekpique

Choose the word that best replaces the underlined word. Gustave was wholly dedicated to the happiness of his family. The group of friends were wholly in agreement to go see the new superhero movie.

✔ allhalfwayincompletely

definition 1✔ definition 2definition 3

Which choice correctly uses a prefix and completes the sentence?

cover✔ mechanismremoved

✔ theirtherethey’re

“incredible amount”✔ “taking his time”“difficult personalities”

✔ “climbing for hours”“were elated”“catch a glimpse”

“covering American literature”✔ “breadth of knowledge”“richer and more interesting”