Prefix un- (not)
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Root Word
| + fortu (chance) + -nate (adj.)
| New Word = unfortunate
Use Roots and Prefixes Circle the root and any prefix you find in the boldfaced words below. Use context clues, roots, and prefixes to write the meaning of each word. Answers will vary.
1 Some people in the 1800s earned a fortune during the gold rush. __________________________________________________________________________________ 2 It’s always a pleasure to see you.
a large sum of money __________________________________________________________________________________ a source of enjoyment
3 It’s unfortunate that Mandy had the flu on her birthday. __________________________________________________________________________________
unlucky
4 Ty sounded insecure when he asked if there was a math test today. __________________________________________________________________________________
not sure; uncertain
5 My mother pressed some roses in a heavy book to preserve them. __________________________________________________________________________________
to save; to protect
6 The weather is usually pleasant here in September. fair and comfortable
freedom from danger; safety lucky
Teaching Tips
• Tell students that they can use their knowledge of prefixes, roots, and context clues to figure out the meaning of many words.
• Direct the students to the chart at the top of page 167 and note the prefix and its meaning.
• Ask students to name words that start with the prefix un- Possible responses: unfriendly, uncommon and to share the meanings of these words and to use them in sentences.
• Remind students to use a dictionary if context clues and knowledge of word parts are not enough help to figure out the words meanings in this activity.
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7 Do you get a feeling of security by sleeping with a favorite blanket? __________________________________________________________________________________
8 Your driving by when we got a flat tire was fortuitous. __________________________________________________________________________________
9 You deserve a vacation since you have been working so hard. __________________________________________________________________________________
to be worthy of
10 People who litter displease me more than almost anything. __________________________________________________________________________________
to cause annoyance; to make unhappy Lesson 2 | Good and Bad UNIT 8 51 167 UNIT 8 Good and Bad | Lesson 2 11
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