2. Unit 20 Spelling Affixes = Prefixes

3. Prefix One: “a-” Definition: on or onto He set the paper afire.The boats went ashore.

4. Prefix Two: “fore” Definition: before

5. Prefix Three: “mid-” Definition: in the middle of He stopped his sentence midstream. OR

6. Prefix Four: “on-” Definition: continuing

7. Prefix Five: “out-” Definition: going or passing beyond the boundaries The batter tried to outrun the throw that soared in from the outfield.

8. Prefix Six: “over-” Definition: to go further or beyond something

9. Prefix Seven: “under-” Definition: below in position or against

10. Prefix Eight: “with-” Definition: back away or against

11. Bonus Words

12. Don’t forget:  Your homework is due Wednesday of this week, but you may turn it in early if you wish.  The test for this unit will be given on Friday of this week at the beginning of the period. Remember to bring your paper and a pencil!  Study for the test. If you need help, please ask.