Problem Overview:
The task involves completing sentences using the suffixes
-ful and
-less. The goal is to choose the appropriate word that fits each sentence contextually.
Solution:
#### Step-by-Step Explanation:
1.
Suffix Meaning Recap:
-
-ful: Means "full of" or "having a lot of."
- Example: Careful (full of care).
-
-less: Means "without" or "lacking."
- Example: Careless (without care).
2.
Analyzing Each Sentence:
#### Sentence 1:
> I am _______ but I'm honored.
- Context: The speaker feels something positive but is also humble.
- Appropriate word:
grateful (full of gratitude).
-
Answer: grateful
#### Sentence 2:
> I'll save _______ copper wandering around town.
- Context: The speaker wants to avoid wasting time or effort.
- Appropriate word:
timeless (without wasting time).
-
Answer: timeless
#### Sentence 3:
> Can I look _______ in front of you?
- Context: The speaker wants to appear confident or impressive.
- Appropriate word:
beautiful (full of beauty).
-
Answer: beautiful
#### Sentence 4:
> The squirrels in the background are _______.
- Context: Describing the behavior of squirrels, likely playful or energetic.
- Appropriate word:
mischievous (full of mischief).
-
Answer: mischievous
#### Sentence 5:
> Did you see the _______ surprise in the sky?
- Context: Referring to something unexpected or delightful.
- Appropriate word:
colorful (full of color).
-
Answer: colorful
#### Sentence 6:
> This smaller toy is a _______ piece of junk.
- Context: Describing something as worthless or lacking value.
- Appropriate word:
useless (without use).
-
Answer: useless
Final Answers:
1.
grateful
2.
timeless
3.
beautiful
4.
mischievous
5.
colorful
6.
useless
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{\text{grateful, timeless, beautiful, mischievous, colorful, useless}}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of 2nd grade suffix worksheet.
