Base Words

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to reinforce the understanding and use of the suffix “-y” to form adjectives from nouns and verbs. It provides sentences with blank spaces where students are required to fill in with the correct adjective derived from a given base word. Each sentence describes a condition or a tendency which is to be expressed by a word with the suffix “-y”. The worksheet challenges students to transform general nouns and verbs into descriptive adjectives.

The aim of the worksheet is to teach students the grammatical function of the suffix “-y”, which is often used to convert nouns and verbs into adjectives that describe a particular quality or condition. It encourages students to think about the root meaning of words and how they can be adapted to convey specific characteristics. This activity not only expands the students’ vocabulary but also enhances their understanding of word forms and their usage in sentences. By completing this exercise, students practice creating and recognizing descriptive language that can make their writing more vivid and precise.