Exploring Root Word “Port” (Carry) for Class 5 

This Grade 5 worksheet focuses on the root word *port*, which means "to carry." Understanding root words is crucial in building vocabulary and understanding how words are formed. In this worksheet, students will explore various words derived from *port*, such as *transport*, *import*, *export*, and others, helping to enhance their word usage and comprehension. 

In this worksheet, students will complete activities such as True/False statements, matching base words with their correct meanings, filling in the blanks with words that use the root *port*, multiple-choice questions, and sentence writing. These exercises will help students practice how the root *port* is used to form different words. 

By completing this worksheet, Grade 5 learners will be able to recognize and use words with the root *port* and improve their understanding of word formation. 

Why Understanding Root Words is Important? 

Learning root words helps students: 
1. Build a stronger vocabulary by recognizing the base meanings of words. 
2. Improve reading comprehension by understanding word origins. 
3. Expand writing skills by using more varied vocabulary. 
4. Encourage better word usage in daily communication and academics. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

This worksheet includes engaging exercises to help students better understand the root word *port*: 

🧠 Exercise 1 – True/False 
Students will read each statement and determine if it’s true or false based on their understanding of words derived from the root *port*. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Match the Base Words 
Students will match the base word with its correct meaning formed by adding the prefix *dis*, *mis*, or suffix *ment*, *ness*. 

📋 Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
Students will complete sentences by filling in the blanks with the appropriate words using *port*. 

📝 Exercise 4 – Multiple Choice 
Students will choose the correct word formed with the root *port* from the given options. 

✍️ Exercise 5 – Sentence Writing 
Students will write sentences using words with the root *port*. 

Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – True/False 
1. T 
2. T 
3. F 
4. F 
5. T 
6. T 
7. F 
8. T 
9. F 
10. T 

Exercise 2 – Match the Base Words 
1. Transport – Carry goods across 
2. Export – Send goods out 
3. Import – Bring goods in 
4. Portable – Easy to carry 
5. Report – Carry news again 
6. Porter – Person who carries luggage 
7. Portage – Act of carrying 
8. Importer – One who brings goods in 
9. Deport – Remove from country 
10. Transportation – System of carrying 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
1. Transport 
2. Import 
3. Export 
4. Portable 
5. Porter 
6. Portage 
7. Importer 
8. Deport 
9. Transportation 
10. Report 

Exercise 4 – Multiple Choice 
1. b) Export 
2. a) Import 
3. a) Portable 
4. b) Transport 
5. a) Report 

Exercise 5 – Sentence Writing 
1. The goods were *transported* across the border. 
2. The country decided to *import* new technology. 
3. The company plans to *export* its products internationally. 
4. The suitcase is *portable*, making it easy to carry. 
5. The *porter* helped carry our bags to the room. 
6. The *portage* of goods is a crucial part of trade. 
7. The *importer* brought in fresh fruits from abroad. 
8. They decided to *deport* the individual who overstayed their visa. 
9. The *transportation* system in the city is very efficient. 
10. The journalist will *report* the news live. 

Help your child strengthen their vocabulary and grammar skills by practicing root words with this engaging worksheet. 

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