Worksheet on Prefixes & Suffixes: Error Correction

English
Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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An error correction worksheet focusing on common prefixes (un-/re-/pre-) for Grade 8 students. Students will identify and correct mistakes related to prefix usage across various sentences and passages.

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Worksheet on Prefixes & Suffixes: Error Correction

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Grade Grade 8
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Introduction to Prefixes

Prefixes like un-, re-, and pre- are commonly used in English to modify word meanings. For example, 'unknown' means not known, 'revisit' indicates visiting again, and 'pretest' refers to a test before the main exam. Proper use of these prefixes enhances clarity and precision in communication.
1.
Identify and correct the errors in prefix usage in the following sentences:
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Sentence Correction Exercise

Review each sentence below and identify the incorrect prefix used. Rewrite the sentence with the correct prefix.
1.
The students decided to recheck their answers before submitting the test.
2.
She was unprepared for the pop quiz.
3.
They preplan their vacations months in advance.
C

Error Identification in Passage

Read the passage below. Identify the words that contain incorrect prefix usage and correct them.
1.
List the words with incorrect prefix use and provide the correct form.
D

Multiple Choice Question

Select the correct prefix to complete each sentence.
1.
Which prefix best completes the sentence? 'The teacher asked us to ____write the answers to ensure clarity.'
Aa) un-
Bb) re-
Cc) pre-
Dd) in-
2.
Choose the correct prefix for the sentence: 'The package was ____loaded onto the truck.'
Aa) un-
Bb) re-
Cc) pre-
Dd) in-
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Prefix Usage Correction Task

Below are sentences with incorrect prefix applications. Correct each sentence appropriately.
1.
He decided to unfriend his old contacts on social media.
2.
The team will reassemble after lunch to continue their work.

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Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
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