T.D. Shorts
Spelling

Root Words

Many common words are made up by joining prefixes and suffixes to a root word. Try to find the root word in the following words.

1. development __develop__
2. started __________
3. successful __________
4. carried __________
5. mining __________
6. annoyed __________
7. favourable __________
8. unfortunately __________
9. tried __________
10. living __________
11. adventurous __________
12. easily __________
13. replied __________
14. needed __________
15. attractive __________
16. bigger __________
17. named __________


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