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Root words worksheets

Find the base word inside words with prefixes and suffixes: unhappy, careful, teacher, misspell. There are 2 sheets here: find the base word and greek and Latin roots. Pick one from the tray, print it, and add its answer key as a second page if you want one.

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Find the root word

Write the missing word in each sentence.

  1. quickly →
  2. replay →
  3. unhappy →
  4. painter →
  5. thankful →
  6. helpless →
  7. unlock →
  8. misspell →
  9. kindness →
  10. careful →
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What grade are these root words worksheets for?

They suit grades 2 to 4. Each sheet in the tray practices it a different way, so you can pick the one that fits.

Is there an answer key?

Yes. Tick “add the answer key as page 2” before printing, or turn on Answer key to check work on screen.

Do I need an account to print?

No. The sheets print straight from this page, free, with no sign-up.

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