Class 5 English Worksheet on Word Roots
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Class 5 English Worksheet on Word Roots
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Leena JaryalVisit Profile
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Root Explorers: Word Roots (Aqua, Terra, Photo) for Class 5
This Grade 5 English grammar worksheet introduces learners to Latin and Greek word roots such as aqua (water), terra (earth), and photo (light). Through matching, true/false checks, fill-in-the-blanks, multiple-choice questions, and sentence writing, students learn how roots form the foundation of English vocabulary. These activities build word knowledge, comprehension, and confidence in CBSE grammar.
Why Word Roots Matter in Grammar?
1. Teaches learners how roots shape word meanings.
2. Builds vocabulary variety for exams and writing.
3. Strengthens spelling and comprehension skills.
4. Encourages independent learning and word analysis.
What’s Inside This Worksheet?
🧠 Exercise 1 – Match the Following
Students match roots like micro, macro, tele, auto, graph, phon, spect, dict, port, and scrib to their meanings.
✔️ Exercise 2 – True or False
Learners judge whether statements about roots are correct.
✏️ Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks
Students complete sentences by choosing the correct meaning of roots.
🔄 Exercise 4 – Multiple Choice Questions
Learners select the right word related to given roots.
📝 Exercise 5 – Sentence Writing
Students write their own sentences using words formed from roots.
✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)
Exercise 1 – Match the Following
1.micro – small
2.macro – large
3.tele – far
4.auto – self
5.raph – write
6.phon – sound
7.spect – see
8.dict – speak
9.port – carry
10.scrib – write
Exercise 2 – True or False
1. True
2. False (Terra = earth)
3. False (Photo = light)
4. True
5. True
6. False (Sol = sun)
7. True
8. False (Hydro = water)
9. True
10. False (Chrono = time)
Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks
1. ped – foot
2. manu – hand
3. vis – see
4. aud – hear
5. ject – throw
6. struct – build
7. tract – pull
8. rupt – break
9. form – shape
10. cred – believe
Exercise 4 – Multiple Choice Questions
1. b) hydrate
2. a) territory
3. c) photograph
4. b) biology
5. c) geography
6. a) telephone
7. b) microscope
8. a) macrocosm
9. c) lunar
10. a) aquarium
Exercise 5 – Sentence Writing
Answers may vary. Sample corrections:
1. The aquarium was full of colourful fish.
2. The soldiers defended their territory.
3. She took a photograph of the sunset.
4. Biology is the study of life.
5. Geology explains the features of the Earth.
6. I spoke to my friend on the telephone.
7. We observed cells under a microscope.
8. The lunar eclipse was visible last night.
9. Solar energy powers many homes.
10. The aerial view showed the entire city.
Help your child master Latin & Greek roots with engaging Class 5 grammar practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Word roots provide a foundation for understanding a wide range of English words.
Encourage children to find words with similar roots and understand their meanings.
Word roots unlock the meanings of many words and improve comprehension.
