Word structure encompasses all of the following except
A) prefixes. B) roots. C) contexts.
Ques. 2Word origins are also called
A) etymologies.
B) guide words.
C) entries.
Ques. 3In unlocking the meaning of an unknown word, knowing its antonym may be helpful. An
antonym is a word that has
A) a hidden meaning.
B) the opposite meaning.
C) the same meaning.
Ques. 4Which of the following context clues involves directly stating the meaning of an unknown
word in a sentence or paragraph?
A) elaborating details
B) definition
C) example
Ques. 5Using context clues
A) allows the reader to approximate the meaning of an unknown word.
B) always generates complete definitions of unknown words.
C) is an uncommon method of unlocking meanings of unknown words.
Ques. 6Remembering the meanings of new words usually includes all of the following strategies
except
A) creating concept cards.
B) looking up the pronunciation of the word.
C) learning prefixes, roots, and suffixes.
Ques. 7Learning words in isolation
A) is a poor method for aiding memory.
B) changes the meaning of the word.
C) is a good technique for remembering definitions.
Ques. 8Writing down words and definitions and then memorizing them
A) is recommended as a strategy for unlocking the meaning of unknown words.
B) works only for learning new vocabulary.
C) does not produce long-term results in regard to memory.
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