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Grade 4 Science: Prefixes and Suffixes

Explore common prefixes and suffixes used in science vocabulary with this interactive worksheet for Grade 4 students.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.4.b

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Prefixes and Suffixes in Science

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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to complete the activities.

1. A   is a word part added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

2. A   is a word part added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

3. The prefix 'pre-' means  .

4. The suffix '-ology' means  .

1. Which word means 'to heat before'?

a

reheat

b

preheat

c

unheat

d

overheat

2. What does the suffix '-less' mean in the word 'fearless'?

a

full of

b

without

c

before

d

again

Match each prefix or suffix with its meaning.

1. un-

 

a. study of

2. bi-

 

b. not

3. -logy

 

c. two

4. micro-

 

d. small

1. Explain how knowing prefixes and suffixes can help you understand new science words.