1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.