Grade 6 Word Study Worksheet
This worksheet focuses on developing word study skills for 6th graders, including prefixes, suffixes, root words, and context clues.
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Grade 6 Word Study
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to provide your answer.
Complete each sentence with the correct word formed by adding a prefix or suffix from the word bank.
1. He had to the package because it was sent to the wrong address. (ship)
2. The kitten was very and played with the string for hours. (play)
3. It was that she forgot her lunch at home. (fortunate)
4. The old house looked after years of neglect. (care)
Choose the best definition for the underlined root word.
1. The photographer used a special lens to get a clear image. What does the root word 'photo' mean?
light
picture
write
dark
2. The student used a microscope to examine the tiny cells. What does the root word 'micro' mean?
large
small
see
scope
Read the sentences below. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the underlined word. Write your definition on the lines provided.
1. The ancient scrolls were so fragile that they had to be handled with extreme care.
2. The audacious explorer dared to venture into the uncharted jungle.
Match each word on the left with its synonym (similar meaning) on the right.
1. ecstatic
a. tiny
2. minuscule
b. joyful
3. bewildered
c. confused
Match each word on the left with its antonym (opposite meaning) on the right.
4. benevolent
d. kind
5. tranquil
e. chaotic
6. abundant
f. scarce
Determine if the following statements about word relationships are True or False.
1. 'Hot' and 'cold' are examples of synonyms.
True
False
2. A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and spelling.
True
False
Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) describing a time you learned a new word and how you figured out its meaning. Be sure to use at least two vocabulary words from this worksheet in your paragraph. Underline your chosen vocabulary words.