The Magic of 'Multi': Exploring a Prefix
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
70
Have you ever noticed the word 'multi' in 'multicolored' or 'multimedia'? The prefix 'multi' comes from the Latin language and means 'many' or 'more than one'. When it's attached to other words, it hints at many of something. For example, a 'multicolored' object has many colors. Similarly, 'multimedia' means using many types of media, like videos, pictures, and text. So, next time you spot 'multi', remember it's all about 'many'!
Question 1
What does the prefix 'multi' mean?
A
One
B
Two
C
Many
Explanation. 'Multi' is a prefix that comes from the Latin language and means 'many' or 'more than one'.
D
Few
E
Nothing
Question 2
What does 'multicolored' mean?
A
Having one color
B
Having two colors
C
Having many colors
Explanation. 'Multicolored' means having many colors. 'Multi' means 'many' and 'colored' refers to colors.
D
Colorless
E
Being black and white
Question 3
What does 'multimedia' mean?
A
Using one type of media
B
Using two types of media
C
Using many types of media
Explanation. 'Multimedia' means using many types of media, like videos, pictures, and text. 'Multi' means 'many' and 'media' refers to the medium of communication.
D
Using no media
E
Using black and white media
Question 4
Is the statement 'The prefix 'multi' hints at many of something' true or false?
A
True
Explanation. The prefix 'multi' does hint at many of something. It comes from the Latin language and means 'many' or 'more than one'.
B
False
C
Maybe
D
Sometimes
E
Depends on the context
Question 5
When you spot 'multi' in a word, you should remember it's all about what?
A
One
B
Two
C
Many
Explanation. When you spot 'multi' in a word, remember it's all about 'many'. 'Multi' is a prefix meaning 'many' or 'more than one'.
D
Nothing
E
Depends on the word
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