1. Draw lines to match the ‘un’ word with its root word.
- unable → able
- undress → dress
- untidy → tidy
- unfair → fair
- unkind → kind
- untrue → true
- unlucky → lucky
- unfit → fit
2. Add the prefix ‘un’ to the words below. Discuss with your partner what each new word means.
- pack → unpack
- tie → untie
- load → unload
- lock → unlock
3. Circle the words below that can be changed by adding the prefix ‘un’.
- funny
- more
- true
- paid
- soon
- do
4. Choose a word from the word bank to complete the sentence.
a) Dad began to unload the box.
b) The girl fell down but was unhurt.
c) Joe left his bed unmade.
d) Molly was told to unlock the gate.
e) I was unwell so I did not go to school.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of un prefix worksheet.