Suffixes And Word Stress Quiz (Level A2-B1) - English Practice

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Question 1: When we change 'educate' to 'education,' the stressed syllable moves. What is this an example of?

Question 1 options
Adding the suffix -ion to 'educate' causes the stress to shift from 'ED-u-cate' to 'ed-u-CA-tion.' This change in which syllable is said more strongly is called a stress shift caused by a suffix.
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Question 2: The word 'enjoy' keeps its stress on the second syllable when we add the suffix ___.

Question 2 options
The suffix -ment does not change word stress. 'enJOY' becomes 'enJOYment,' keeping stress on the same syllable. Suffixes like -ment, -ful, -ly, and -ness typically do not shift stress.
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Question 3: The suffix -ly usually does not change the word stress of the base word.

Question 3 options
This is true. When -ly is added to a word, the stress stays on the same syllable as in the base word. For example, 'careful' becomes 'carefully' with stress remaining on 'CARE.'
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Question 4: Which sentence correctly describes the stress pattern when a suffix is added?

Question 4 options
The word 'electric' with the suffix -ity becomes 'electricity,' and the stress shifts to a different syllable (e-lec-TRI-ci-ty). The other options incorrectly claim that -ful, -ness, or -ly cause stress shifts, but these suffixes keep stress unchanged.
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Question 5: Match each suffix to its effect on word stress.

Question 5 options
-ful
-ic
-ion
-ity
Stress moves to syllable before -ic
No change in stress
Stress moves earlier in the word
Stress moves before the suffix

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

The suffixes -ful, -ness, -ly, and -ment typically do not change stress. The suffix -ic moves stress to the syllable before it. The suffix -ion moves stress before the suffix. The suffix -ity moves stress earlier in the word.
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Question 6: Which sentence has an error related to suffixes and word stress rules?

Question 6 options
The sentence 'Adding -ness to sad creates sadness with stress on the suffix' is incorrect. The suffix -ness does not shift stress; 'SAD' remains the stressed syllable in 'SADness.' The other sentences correctly describe stress patterns.
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Question 7: In a pronunciation guide, you write: 'When -ity is added to the word curious, the stress moves to ___.' Which option best completes this sentence?

Question 7 options
When -ity is added to 'curious' to form 'curiosity,' the stress shifts to the syllable 'os' (cu-ri-OS-i-ty). The suffix -ity typically moves stress to the syllable just before it.
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Question 8: A student writes: 'The suffix -ic does not change the stress of the base word.' Which option correctly fixes this error?

Question 8 options
The suffix -ic does change word stress. It moves stress to the syllable immediately before it. For example, 'eCONomy' becomes 'ecoNOMic.' The corrected statement should say -ic shifts stress to the syllable before the suffix.
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Question 9: Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a clear explanation of how the suffix -ion affects stress.

Question 9 options
  • it becomes 'celebration,'
  • The base word 'celebrate' has stress on the first syllable.
  • When we add the suffix -ion,
  • and the stress shifts to the third syllable.

Drag items or use arrows to arrange them in the correct order.

A clear explanation starts by identifying the base word and its stress, then names the suffix being added, describes the resulting word, and finally states the stress change. This order moves logically from cause to effect.
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Question 10: You are writing a study guide for classmates about English suffixes. Which option is the most appropriate way to explain how -ness works?

Question 10 options
A good study guide for classmates should be clear, give an example, and be accurate. The option about -ness not changing stress with the example of 'kind' to 'kindness' is correct, clear, and appropriate for a student audience.
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Question 11: What is the difference between the suffix -ment and the suffix -ion regarding word stress?

Question 11 options
The suffix -ment typically does not change the stress of the base word, while -ion usually shifts stress to the syllable before it. For example, 'deVELop' becomes 'deVELopment' (no change), but 'conNECT' becomes 'connECtion' (stress shifts).
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Question 12: Which version is most appropriate for a formal class presentation about suffixes and word stress?

Question 12 options
A formal class presentation requires clear, academic language. The option 'Certain suffixes, such as -ic and -ity, cause the word stress to shift to a different syllable' uses appropriate register and accurate content for a presentation setting.
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Question 13: Every suffix in English changes the stress pattern of the base word.

Question 13 options
This is false. Many common suffixes such as -ful, -ness, -ly, and -ment do not change the stress of the base word. Only certain suffixes like -ic, -ity, -ion, and -eous/-ious typically cause a stress shift.
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Question 14: Why is it important for writers to understand how suffixes affect word stress?

Question 14 options
Understanding suffix-related stress shifts helps writers choose words that sound natural when read aloud. This matters because mispronouncing derived words can confuse listeners, and awareness of stress patterns supports clearer spoken and written communication.
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Question 15: A student writes: 'When I add -ful to power, the stress moves to the suffix, so we say powerFUL.' Which is the best improved version?

Question 15 options
The suffix -ful does not shift stress. The base word 'POWer' keeps its stress on the first syllable when -ful is added, making it 'POWerful.' The best improved version correctly states that the stress stays on the first syllable.