Vocabulary Strategy: Prefixes An affix is a word part added to a base word to change its meaning Prefix: In; Meaning: not Example: inactive- not involving physical activity Write the sentences below. Use prefixes and context clues to fill in the blank with one of the following words: (Invisible; Inappropriate) 1. A tuxedo is to wear to school. 2. The top of the mountain was because of all of the fog.

Vocabulary Strategy: Prefixes Prefixes and suffixes are examples of an affix Prefix: Ir; Meaning: not Example: irrelevant- something that does not apply Write the sentences below. Use prefixes and context clues to fill in the blank with one of the following words: (Irreplaceable; irresponsible) 1. My family members . They are the most important people in my life. 2. Jeff is very . I wouldn’t trust him with my belongings.

Vocabulary Strategy: Prefixes A prefix comes at the beginning of a word. A suffix comes at the end of a word. Prefix: IL; Meaning: not Example: illogical- lacking sence Write the sentences below. Use prefixes and context clues to fill in the blank with one of the following words: (illegal; illegible) 1. Mark’s writing is . You can’t read it. 2. It is to text and drive.

Vocabulary Strategy: Prefixes Prefixes change the meaning of the base word Prefix: Non; Meaning: not Example: nonfiction- writing that is based on facts Write the sentences below. Use prefixes and context clues to fill in the blank with one of the following words: (nonsense; nonverbal) 1. Passing notes is an example of communication. 2. My baby sister speaks . You can’t understand what she is saying.

Vocabulary Strategy: Prefixes The spelling of the prefix and base word never changes Prefix: Un; Meaning: not Example: unhappy- not happy Write the sentences below. Use prefixes and context clues to fill in the blank with one of the following words: (unable; unfair) 1. Ethan was angry after the referee made an call against his team. 2. Austin is to play in the game after getting injured.