-ize And -ic Pattern

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is focused on teaching the use of suffixes -ize and -ic to form verbs and adjectives from nouns. It presents a list of nouns and provides spaces for students to write the corresponding verb and adjective forms. By adding -ize to a noun, it transforms the noun into a verb. Adding -ic to a noun forms an adjective, indicating a characteristic or relation to the original noun.

The objective of this worksheet is to enhance the vocabulary and word-formation skills of students. It aims to familiarize them with the concept of how adding different suffixes can change a noun into a verb or an adjective, thus altering the word’s function in a sentence. The activity encourages students to think critically about word structure and to understand the nuances of English word formation. Through this exercise, learners can practice creating new words and expand their ability to express complex ideas.