Suffix -ic Word Power!
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on understanding and using words with the suffix -ic.
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Suffix -ic Word Power!
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This worksheet will help you understand and use words ending with the suffix '-ic'. The suffix '-ic' often means 'relating to' or 'characteristic of'. Read each section carefully and answer the questions.
Match each root word with its meaning when the suffix '-ic' is added.
1. Atom
a. Relating to history
2. History
b. Causing laughter
3. Energy
c. Relating to atoms
4. Comedy
d. Having or showing energy
Complete each sentence with the correct word from the word bank that uses the suffix '-ic'.
1. The explorer studied the features of the new continent.
2. She always maintains an outlook, even when facing challenges.
3. The firefighters performed a rescue, saving everyone from the burning building.
4. Scientists use the method to conduct experiments and draw conclusions.
Choose the best definition for the word with the suffix '-ic'.
1. What does 'artistic' mean?
To create art
Having skill in art
A type of art
To appreciate art
2. The word 'gigantic' means:
Very small
Extremely large
Medium-sized
Tiny
1. Explain how the suffix '-ic' changes the meaning of the root word 'tragedy' when it becomes 'tragic'.
2. Create a sentence using a word that ends with '-ic'. Underline the word.
Read each statement and determine if it is true or false.
1. The suffix '-ic' can turn a noun into an adjective.
True
False
2. The word 'music' contains the suffix '-ic' and means 'relating to sound'.
True
False