Guided Practice with Prefixes and Suffixes

Directions: Read each sentence and select the meaning of the underlined word by identifying the meaning of the affix.

1. In the United States, many children enjoy playing in the snow during the Winter months. These activities include certain activities that are impossible without snow.

possible not possible possible before over possible
Answer: not possible



2. For this reason, children are hopeful for snow to fall throughout the Winter. Without the snow, they would not be able to built snow forts, have snowball fights, or participate in Winter sports.

full of hope without hope the process of having hope to perform hope
Answer: full of hope


3. Popular winter sports and activities include snow boarding,  skiing, and snow tubing.  These activities bring enjoyment to children and families.

one who enjoys enjoy before enjoyed in the past the process of enjoying
Answer: the process of enjoying



4. Children need to dress appropriately to participate in Winter sports. If they tried to ski without a ski jacket and snow pants they would be underdressed for the temperature.

 


5.  The first snowfall is typically just a preview of the snow that is to come, especially if you live in the northwest or northeast of the United States.




6. Aside from Winter sports, children love to play outdoors in the snow.  The lightness, color, texture, and temperature of snow is fascinating for children.




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