| Prefix | Meaning | Example | Word Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| im- | not | impatiently | not patiently |
| mis- | wrongly | mistakenly | done wrongly |
| over- | a lot or too much | overjoyed | having a lot of joy |
A prefix is a word part that is added at the beginning of a word. It changes the meaning of the base word.
Define Words Read each word and identify the prefix. Use the chart above to help you define the word.
1. overpower
2. misread
3. impossible
4. misjudge
5. imperfect
6. overcharge
7. misbehave
8. overreact
Compare your definitions with a partner’s. Then look up the words in a dictionary and discuss the definitions.
MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY
Television programs have changed over the years. Commercials have changed, too. Modern commercials are in color and often use computer graphics. Conduct research to find out about some classic TV ads. Then compareclassic ads with commercials you might see on TV now.
1 Select a Research Question TV commercials is a big topic, so think of one part of it that you would like to learn about. Write a research question to guide you. For example: “When were the first TV commercials made?”
2 Research Online Look for information as well as photos or videos of commercials that relate to your question. Collect information and visuals that you can use in your presentation.
View some classic TV ads.
Internet InsideNG.com3 Present Your Findings In a group, share what you learned. Read aloud your research question. Use the information and images to answer the question for your classmates.
4 Analyze Commercials Think about the classic ads you saw. Discuss with your group how graphics, color, sound, and other technologies have changed the way people communicate their messages in TV ads.