The storm caused a disruption in the power supply, leaving the neighborhood in darkness. Prefix: dis- = apart; Root: -rupt- = break; Suffix: -ion = action

After months of training, the athlete reached his maximum speed during the race. Root: max = greatest

The ancient ruins gave us a retrospective view of how people lived centuries ago. Prefix: retro- = backward; Suffix: -ive = quality of

The pseudonym on the book’s cover hid the true identity of the author. Prefix: pseudo- = false; Root: -nym = name

Many voters showed apathy during the election, ignoring campaign events and choosing not to vote. Prefix/Root/Suffix Clue: Prefix: a- = not; Root: -pathy = feeling

The hikers were grateful for the benevolent ranger who offered them water and directions. Prefix: bene- = good; Root: volent = wishing

Her face turned red in embarrassment when she realized she had answered the wrong question. Prefix: em- = in/into; Suffix: -ment = action or process

The detective searched for contradictory statements that didn’t match the witness’s story. Prefix: contra- = against; Root: -dict- = speak; Suffix: -ory = relating to

Jason’s persistence in practicing the piano helped him master the difficult piece. Root: -sist- = stand; Suffix: -ence = state or quality

The teacher gave a nonverbal signal to quiet down by holding up her hand. Prefix: non- = not; Root: verbal = words

The teacher asked us to clarify our answers to make them more understandable. Root: clar = clear; Suffix: -ify = to make

Her inability to focus made it difficult for her to finish the test on time. Prefix: in- = not; Root: -able = capable