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Vocabulary Workshop 6

The document outlines vocabulary exercises focusing on prefixes and their meanings, such as 'over-', 'under-', and 're-'. It includes examples of words formed with these prefixes, exercises for identifying words that fit multiple categories, and definitions of key terms like democracy and technology. Additionally, it provides sentences using the vocabulary in context and exercises for practicing descriptive adjectives.

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Vocabulary Workshop 6

The document outlines vocabulary exercises focusing on prefixes and their meanings, such as 'over-', 'under-', and 're-'. It includes examples of words formed with these prefixes, exercises for identifying words that fit multiple categories, and definitions of key terms like democracy and technology. Additionally, it provides sentences using the vocabulary in context and exercises for practicing descriptive adjectives.

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Vocabulary Workshop 6

Ex1
1. Over- means 'more than necessary'.
2. Under- means 'less than necessary'.
3. Re- means 'again'.

Ex2
1. overeat
2. reshaped
3. overspend
4. overproduce
5. resend
6. redesign
7. undercook

ex3

| Prefix/Suffix | Words | Fit in More Than One Column? |


|-----------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| anti- | antibiotic | No |
| inter- | international, inter-social | Yes (inter-social) |
| multi- | multicultural, multi-talented| Yes (multicultural, multi-talented) |
| over- | overeat, overcoloured, overspend | Yes (overeat, overcoloured, overspend) |
| pro- | production, pro-GM | Yes (production, pro-GM) |
| biotic | antibiotic | No |

Words that fit in more than one column:


- inter-social (inter-, social)
- multicultural (multi-, cultural)
- multi-talented (multi-, talented)
- overeat (over-, eat)
- overcoloured (over-, coloured)
- overspend (over-, spend)
- production (pro-, -duction)
- pro-GM (pro-, GM)

Ex4
1. I'm ill. I think I need some antibiotics.
2. He's very antisocial. He just sits in his bedroom all day.
3. Sarah wants that brightly colored scarf for her birthday. I think it looks horrible!
4. Because of their overspending at Christmas, they can't go on holiday this year.
5. Here's a photo of the pro-GM protest that we saw. (See photo.)

Ex5
1. A discovery is finding or revealing something that already exists but was unknown. An invention
is creating something entirely new that did not exist before.

2. Inspiration is a motivating influence that sparks creativity. An idea is a specific thought or


concept generated from inspiration.
3. Research is a non-count noun referring to a process or activity, not a discrete object. Non-count
nouns do not typically use the indefinite article "a."

4. To clone means to create an exact replica of something, especially in biology. To adapt means to
modify or change something to fit new circumstances or conditions.

Ex6
Democracy: A system of government by the people, typically through elected representatives,
where citizens have a say in decision-making.
Ethnic: Relating to a particular racial, national, or cultural group, often used to describe someone's
background or identity.
National: Relating to a specific nation or country, typically referring to its citizens or institutions.
Social: Pertaining to society or the interaction between individuals or groups within a community.
Technology: The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry
and everyday life.

Ex7
1. Invention
2. Replacement
3. Development
4. Inspiration
5. Research

Ex8

1. Material
2. Opinion
3. Power
4. Shape
5. Size
6. Other
7. Huge
8. Attractive
9. Handy-sized
10. Stylish
11. Boot-shaped
12. Round
13. Disposable
14. Solar-powered
15. Dustproof

Ex9
1. I bought my girlfriend an expensive designer silver ring.
2. They're opening a new child-friendly café.
3. Ben made a huge delicious lemon cake yesterday.
4. Have you seen his funky multi-colouredT-shirt?
5. You should buy a new pocket-sized French dictionary before your trip.

Ex10
1. chocolates
2. flats
3. cutlery
4. ballon

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