MTEL Communication Literacy Skills : Reading Practice Test

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Which prefix typically denotes something related to conflict or war?

bene-
mor-
belli-
for-

The correct answer is: belli-

The prefix that denotes something related to conflict or war is "belli-." This prefix is derived from the Latin word "bellum," which means war. Words that incorporate this prefix often refer to aspects of war or conflict, such as "belligerent" (hostile and engaged in war) or "rebellion" (an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler). In this context, the presence of "belli-" clearly signals a relationship to conflict or warfare, making it the correct choice. The other prefixes represent different concepts: "bene-" indicates something good or well, "mor-" relates to death or mortality, and "for-" can imply a sense of being against or in favor of something but does not specifically connote war or conflict. This further reinforces why "belli-" is the appropriate answer when discussing matters of conflict or war.