Hyphens and Brackets - Worksheet

Students are invited to expand their vocabulary with a worksheet focused on hyphenated words. The task is to use a dictionary to search for words that are connected by hyphens, starting with specific prefixes provided. These prefixes include 'co-', 'non-', 'high-', 'head-', and 'neo-'. This exercise not only aids in understanding the use of hyphens but also helps in recognizing how they alter the meaning of the base words to which they are attached.

The second part of the worksheet shifts attention to the use of brackets in sentences. Students are required to rewrite given sentences, inserting brackets appropriately to include additional information or personal commentary. This exercise helps to clarify the function of brackets in written English, which is to provide extra details or asides without disrupting the main flow of the sentence. Examples include adding clarifying details about individuals, such as their titles, ages, or relationships, and historical context or personal connections to places mentioned within the sentences.