Question

word study anglo - saxon prefix: be - the anglo - saxon prefix be - has several meanings. sometimes, it means “to make, treat as, or cause to be.” for example, the verb belittle means “to make small or unimportant.” the prefix be - can also mean “cover with,” as in the word bejewel, which means “to cover with jewels.” sometimes, be - acts as an intensifier, meaning “thoroughly” or “completely.” if someone is bedazzled, for example, he or she is thoroughly dazzled, or completely confused. a. directions: select the correct word from the box to complete each sentence. consult a dictionary, if necessary. bewildered · begrudge · bedecked · befriend · bemoan 1. paul, who is very outgoing, is always the one to __________ the new student at school. 2. bonnie seems to ________ her co - worker his recent pay raise. 3. before you ________ today’s rain, remember that it waters all the fruits and vegetables we like to eat. 4. all the rapid changes in technology can leave some people ________ and frustrated. 5. the palace is ________ in elaborate columns, gold - plated statues, and more. b. directions: reread the sentences in part a. then, match each word below with its synonym on the right by writing the correct letter on the line. you may consult a dictionary. 1. ____ bewildered a. to become someone’s friend 2. ____ begrudge b. hopelessly confused or puzzled 3. ____ bedecked c. covered with decorations 4. ____ befriend d. to express sorrow or distress over something 5. ______ bemoan e. to resent another’s good fortune

Explanation:

1. Paul is outgoing and likely to make friends, so "befriend" fits.
2. Bonnie shows resentment towards her co - worker's pay raise, so "begrudge" is appropriate.
3. Expressing sorrow over the rain is what "bemoan" means.
4. Rapid tech changes can cause confusion, so "bewildered" is right.
5. The palace is described as being covered with elaborate columns etc., so "bedecked" is correct.

For part B, match based on the meanings of the words: "bewildered" means hopelessly confused, "begrudge" is to resent another's good fortune, "bedecked" is covered with decorations, "befriend" is to become someone's friend, "bemoan" is to express sorrow.

Answer:

A.

1. befriend
2. begrudge
3. bemoan
4. bewildered
5. bedecked

B.

1. b
2. e
3. c
4. a
5. d