Identify the role of the suffix -ist in the word ...

★ Suffixes and Tenses

Identify the role of the suffix “-ist” in the word “scientist” and explain its significance.

A. A person who studies science; “The scientist made a new discovery.”

B. A person who teaches; “The scientist taught the class.”

C. A person who writes; “The scientist wrote a book.”

D. A person who paints; “The scientist painted a picture.”

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Identify the past tense form of the verb “eat” and use it in a sentence.

A. Eats; “He eats breakfast every day.”

B. Eating; “He is eating breakfast.”

C. Ate; “He ate breakfast this morning.”

D. Eaten; “He has eaten breakfast.”