Froggy Jumps Word Formation QuizOnline version Test your knowledge on word formation techniques and concepts! by Enseñanza Inglés Develop 1 What is the process of creating a new word by adding a prefix called? a Compounding b Derivation c Affixation 2 Which of the following is an example of compounding? a Toothbrush b Unhappiness c Quickly 3 What does the suffix '-ness' indicate in a word? a State or quality b Relation or belonging c Action or process 4 Which word formation process involves shortening a longer word? a Affixation b Blending c Clipping 5 What is the term for creating a new word by blending two existing words? a Clipping b Derivation c Blending 6 Which of the following is an example of derivation? a Laptop b Smog c Happiness 7 What is the main function of prefixes in word formation? a To modify meaning b To indicate plurality c To change tense 8 Which of these is NOT a common word formation process? a Compounding b Transposition c Affixation 9 What does the process of backformation involve? a Changing the root word b Creating a new word by removing a suffix c Adding a prefix 10 Which suffix typically indicates a profession or occupation? a -er b -tion c -ness
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