Students review word formation and prefixes to grow their vocabulary. A prefix is a group of letters added at the beginning of another word to modify its meaning. Students create new words and meanings, explore common prefixes, and understand how to use prefixes to understand unfamiliar words. A prefix reference sheet is included.
Working with Common Prefixes

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Intermediate: B1Upper-Intermediate: B2
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Teaching time 60 mins
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