Changing The Part Of Speech

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered on the morphological study of suffixes in the English language, specifically focusing on the suffixes -ment and -ing. The -ment suffix is used to transform verbs into nouns that denote the action or result of the verb, and the -ing suffix is applied to verbs to create adjectives, indicating a characteristic or a state of being. Students are tasked with identifying verbs and using these suffixes to form the corresponding noun and adjective, thus exploring different word forms that stem from a single root.

The objective of the worksheet is to familiarize students with the process of word formation and to expand their understanding of how suffixes alter the meaning and grammatical function of words. It emphasizes the importance of suffixes in creating a diverse vocabulary from a limited set of root words.

By completing this activity, students will enhance their ability to recognize and produce various grammatical structures, which is crucial for developing a nuanced understanding of English syntax and morphology. The worksheet also aims to improve students’ skills in applying grammatical knowledge to write more effectively and creatively, as they learn to vary their word choice by manipulating the form of the words they use.