Task Explanation:
The task requires you to place the prefix
"un-" or
"dis-" in front of the bolded words in each sentence. The choice of prefix depends on the meaning of the word and how it fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence.
Solution:
1.
That girl is very ______ respectful.
- The word "respectful" means showing respect. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unrespectful
2.
It is ______ wise to lie.
- The word "wise" means having good judgment. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unwise
3.
Mary is ______ kind to her sister.
- The word "kind" means showing compassion. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unkind
4.
The man ______ located his shoulder.
- The word "located" means finding a position. To indicate the opposite (not finding), we use
"mis-" (though not explicitly mentioned, it's a common prefix for errors). However, since only "un-" and "dis-" are allowed, we can infer "dis-".
-
Answer: dislocated
5.
My phone is ______ connected.
- The word "connected" means linked or joined. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unconnected
6.
That advice is ______ wanted.
- The word "wanted" means desired. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unwanted
7.
I ______ like yam.
- The word "like" means to have affection for. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unlike
8.
Did you ______ cover the container?
- The word "cover" means to put something over. To indicate the opposite (not covering), we use
"un-".
-
Answer: uncover
9.
I had to ______ zip the bag.
- The word "zip" means to fasten with a zipper. To indicate the opposite (to undo), we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unzip
10.
Who ______ covered the island of Barbados?
- The word "covered" means to hide or obscure. To indicate the opposite (not covering), we use
"un-".
-
Answer: uncovered
11.
I want to ______ tie my laces.
- The word "tie" means to fasten. To indicate the opposite (to undo), we use
"un-".
-
Answer: untie
12.
She is ______ like anyone I have ever seen.
- The word "like" means similar to. To indicate the opposite, we use
"un-".
-
Answer: unlike
Final Answers:
1. unrespectful
2. unwise
3. unkind
4. dislocated
5. unconnected
6. unwanted
7. unlike
8. uncover
9. unzip
10. uncovered
11. untie
12. unlike
Explanation of Prefixes:
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"Un-": This prefix is used to negate or reverse the meaning of a word. It is commonly used with adjectives and verbs.
-
"Dis-": This prefix also negates or reverses the meaning but is more commonly used with verbs and nouns. It often implies separation or apartness.
By carefully analyzing the context and meaning of each word, we can determine the appropriate prefix to use.
Final Answer:
\boxed{
\begin{aligned}
1. & \text{unrespectful} \\
2. & \text{unwise} \\
3. & \text{unkind} \\
4. & \text{dislocated} \\
5. & \text{unconnected} \\
6. & \text{unwanted} \\
7. & \text{unlike} \\
8. & \text{uncover} \\
9. & \text{unzip} \\
10. & \text{uncovered} \\
11. & \text{untie} \\
12. & \text{unlike}
\end{aligned}
}
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of worksheet prefixes un dis non.
