Adding Less

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a word formation exercise focusing on the application of the suffix “-less” to a list of provided base words. The students are instructed to take each base word, such as “use,” “care,” “doubt,” and others, and add the suffix “-less” to form a new word. Blank spaces are given next to each base word for students to write the new word they have created. The task requires an understanding of how the suffix changes the meaning of the base word to indicate the absence of something.

The worksheet is teaching students about the function of the suffix “-less” and its ability to transform nouns and verbs into adjectives signifying a lack or absence of the root’s original concept. It is aimed at enhancing the students’ vocabulary and their understanding of how English words can be modified to express different meanings. This activity also aids in developing spelling skills and encourages students to think about the underlying meaning of words and their derivatives. By completing this task, students learn to manipulate basic words to suit different contexts and meanings.