MTEL Communication Literacy Skills : Reading Practice Test

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What does the prefix 'neo-' generally mean?

New
All, everywhere
Right, straight
Backward, again

The correct answer is: New

The prefix 'neo-' is derived from the Greek word 'neos,' which means 'new' or 'recent.' This prefix is used in various contexts within the English language to denote something that is new or modern. For example, 'neologism' refers to a newly coined word or expression, and 'neonatal' pertains to the new or recent stages of an infant's life. Understanding the meaning of the prefix 'neo-' can help in deciphering the meanings of words that utilize it, reinforcing the concept of newness or modernity associated with those terms. The other options represent different prefixes with entirely different meanings: 'all, everywhere' corresponds to 'pan-,' 'right, straight' is linked to 'ortho-,' and 'backward, again' relates to 're-.'