Hyphen Power: Prefixes Before Vowels for Class 5 

This Grade 5 worksheet focuses on the correct use of hyphens in prefixes before vowels, such as re-enter and co-operate. It helps students understand when a hyphen is necessary to avoid confusion and ensure correct word formation. 

Why Hyphen in Prefixes Before Vowels Matters in Grammar? 

Hyphens are used in certain prefix + vowel combinations to make words clearer and easier to read. For Grade 5 learners, this topic is important because: 
1. It prevents misreading of words like reenter and cooperate. 
2. It ensures correct spelling and clarity in writing. 
3. It builds strong foundational skills in word formation. 
4. It helps students apply grammar rules in real writing situations. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

This worksheet includes five engaging grammar exercises designed to strengthen word formation and punctuation skills: 

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students choose the correct sentence using proper hyphenation in prefixes before vowels. 

Exercise 2 – True or False 
Students identify whether hyphens are used correctly in given sentences. 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
Students fill each blank with the correct hyphenated word form. 

Exercise 4 – Sentence Rewriting 
Students rewrite sentences by inserting hyphens correctly in prefix-based words. 

Exercise 5 – Paragraph Completion 
Students complete a paragraph using correctly hyphenated words to ensure clarity and accuracy. 

Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice 
1. b 
2. a 
3. c 
4. a 
5. b 
6. a 
7. c 
8. a 
9. b 
10. b 

Exercise 2 – True or False 
1,True 
2.False 
3.False 
4.True 
5.True 
6.False 
7.False 
8.True 
9.True 
10.False 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
1. re-enter 
2. co-operate 
3. re-enter 
4. re-open 
5. co-operate 
6. re-enter 
7. re-open 
8. co-operate 
9. re-check 
10. re-enter 

Exercise 4 – Rewritten Sentences 
1. The teacher asked Neha to re-arrange the charts neatly. 
2. The team will re-organise the event after feedback. 
3. The manager will re-assign duties to workers. 
4. Kabir will re-edit his project before submission. 
5. Anaya needs to re-apply the glue on the model. 
6. The editor will re-examine the article carefully. 
7. Students must re-adjust their seats during the test. 
8. The coach asked players to re-attempt the task again. 
9. Rohan will re-enter his password correctly. 
10. The staff will re-open the office after lunch. 

Exercise 5 – Paragraph Completion 
1. re-edit 
2. re-check 
3. re-write 
4. re-organise 
5. co-operate 

Help your child build strong spelling and grammar skills by mastering hyphen usage in everyday writing. 

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