Morphology Practice
Looking at the passage, Landen thought the FAST test looked impossible.
What does the prefix "im-" mean?
not or the opposite of
To make a logical guess based on evidence and prior knowledge is to...?
Infer
A character slams their backpack down and avoids eye contact. What can you infer?
They are mad, upset, angry, frustrated, had a bad day, etc.
Scientists at the Coastal Research Institute have recorded a 12% increase in manatee populations over the last decade. The report outlines conservation strategies, migration patterns, and the impact of boat‑speed regulations.
The author is presenting facts, data, and explanations without trying to change your opinion. The author's purpose is to...?
Inform
Should you nap during your FAST test?
NO! DON'T! Curse upon yee for considering it!
Consider the words "prehistoric", "preview", "prequalify", etc.
What does the prefix "pre-" mean?
before
To give credit to a source is to...?
Cite
The author describes the sky as “heavy, gray, and low.” What mood is suggested?
gloomy or tense
The article explains how solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, breaking the process into three simple steps and including diagrams to help readers visualize the energy transfer.
The author wrote this to help readers understand a real‑world process. The author's purpose is to...?
Inform
How long do you have to finish your fast test?
All day. You can keep going even after you are given permission to leave.
The root scrib/script in the words "describe" or "manuscript" means what?
to write
Facts or details from the text that support your claim are...?
Evidence
A student rereads a paragraph twice and sighs. What can you infer?
They are confused, struggling, or distracted.
Our school should adopt a later start time. Studies show that students who get more sleep perform better academically and have improved mental health.
The author uses evidence to convince the audience to support a specific change. The author's purpose is to...?
Persuade
Here's a hypothetical: You choose answer choice A. The answer isn't terrible, but you stop reading after answer choice C. The actual correct answer is choice D.
How do you avoid making this mistake?
Read ALL of your answer choices carefully.
Callaway, recognizing his greatness, decided to write an autobiography to distribute to the class. He plans on putting his autograph on every book regardless of who wants one.
What does the root "auto" mean as used in these words?
you, yourself or self
The literal or dictionary definition of a word is...?
Denotation
A narrator says, “He checked the clock for the fifth time.” What can you infer?
He is anxious, nervous, or impatiently waiting for something.
If we want to protect local wildlife, we must reduce plastic waste. Every student can help by bringing reusable bottles and bags.
The author is trying to influence the reader's actions and beliefs. The author's purpose is to...?
Persuade
Here's a hypothetical. A question asked you to choose two lines from the text that support your claim. You have choices A through E. You answer choice B and get it incorrect.
Why is this incorrect?
You did not choose two options.
Chrystal organized all of her recorded synchronized swimming performances in chronological order from ages 5 to 15.
What does the root "chron" mean?
Time
Language that is not meant to be taken literally is...?
Figurative Language
A character says, “I’m fine,” but their hands are shaking. What can you infer?
They are not actually fine.
As the bus pulled away, Jordan realized he had left his entire project on the bench. Panic rose in his chest as he sprinted after it, hoping the driver would see him.
The author is telling a story with characters, conflict, and emotion. The author's purpose is to...?
Tell a narrative or narrate
What do you get to avoid next year if you try your best and get a 3 or higher on the PM3?
Intensive reading!!!!!!!!!!!