Column Sorting

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to help students learn about Greek and Latin root words by sorting a list of derived English words into the correct columns based on their common roots.

Each column is headed with a root word, such as “aer” or “rupt,” and students must place words like “aerobic” or “rupture” in the appropriate column. The exercise focuses on the roots “aer,” “graph,” “port,” and “rupt,” each representing a different family of words. The worksheet visually aids in the understanding of word formation and etymology, using a head silhouette and a classical column motif to underscore the theme of Greek and Latin roots.

The objective of this worksheet is to enhance students’ vocabulary by teaching them the origins of words and how they are constructed from root words. By identifying the root, students can better understand the meaning of complex words and improve their ability to decipher unfamiliar words in the future.

This skill is fundamental in building a richer vocabulary and aids in the mastery of language arts. The worksheet serves as a practical application of etymology, reinforcing the concept that many English words are derived from ancient languages.