Asked by Britney Joseph on May 14, 2024
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Select the answer that correctly adds the suffix to each word below. cruel + est
A) cruelest
B) cruellest
Suffix
A morpheme added at the end of a word to form a derivative or change its grammatical function.
Cruel
Causing pain or suffering intentionally, showing no compassion or mercy.
- Gain proficiency in and execute the standards for adding suffixes to words properly.
- Ascertain the correct employment of suffixes in the formation of adjectives, verbs, nouns, and adverbs.
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Sarah VolpeMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
When adding the suffix "-est" to words with one syllable, we double the final consonant before adding the suffix. Therefore, "cruel" becomes "crueler" and then "cruelest". Option A correctly follows this rule. Option B, while not technically incorrect, is less commonly used.
Learning Objectives
- Gain proficiency in and execute the standards for adding suffixes to words properly.
- Ascertain the correct employment of suffixes in the formation of adjectives, verbs, nouns, and adverbs.
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