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Prefixes Un- and dis-

20 questions

2nd - 2nd Grade

English

Prefixes Un- and dis- is a free printable English worksheet for Grade 2 students learning how prefixes change the meanings of root words. Across 20 questions, students identify that un- means “not,” recognize that dis- can mean “not” or “opposite,” and identify prefixes at the beginning of words. They also select or construct words such as unzip, unhappy, untrue, and disappear from definitions and root words. The worksheet combines 2 multiple-select questions, 17 multiple-choice questions, and 1 fill-in-the-blank item. Students apply prefix meanings to interpret words, distinguish un- from dis-, and choose the correct spelling of a prefixed word such as disappear. It works for direct instruction, independent practice, or a quick check of Grade 2 English skills. A complete answer key is included with this free printable worksheet.

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Prefixes Un- and dis-

Total questions: 20

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does the prefix "un-" mean?

a)

before

b)

later

c)

not

d)

after

2.
Which word means to not zip?
a)
Unzip
b)
Rezip
c)
Diszip
d)
Prezip
3.
If the prefix, un- means not, then what does the word unprepared mean? 
a)
Planned
b)
Ready
c)
Not Prepared
4.
Match the word with the definition:
To not be happy
a)
rehappy
b)
prehappy
c)
unhappy
5.
Match the word with the definition:
To not be true
a)
untrue
b)
retrue
c)
pretrue
6.

These prefixes mean "not."

a)

Un

b)

dis

c)

mis

d)

non

7.

A prefix comes at the ______ of a word.

a)

beginning

b)

end

8.

TRUE of FALSE?


A prefix changes the meaning of a root word.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

The prefix dis- means _______.

a)

not - or - opposite

b)

do again

10.

The prefix un- means _______.

a)

not

b)

do again

11.

not

a)

inter-

b)

mis-

c)

sub-

d)

un-

12.

not or opposite

a)

inter-

b)

dis-

c)

sub-

d)

mis-

13.

She was unhappy with her grade.

a)

wrong happy

b)

between happy

c)

opposite happy

d)

not happy

14.

The invisible ink will disappear.

a)

opposite appear

b)

not appear

c)

wrong appear

d)

between appear

15.
If you add the prefix 'dis' to the word 'appear' what is the correct spelling for the new word?
a)
dispear
b)
disapear
c)
disappear
d)
dissappear
16.
What is the prefix of ungrateful?
a)
grate
b)
un
c)
ful
d)
grateful
17.
What does the prefix 'dis' mean?
a)
before
b)
not
c)
again
d)
wrong
18.

If the woman is dishonest she is ...

a)

not honest.

b)

always honest.

c)

happy about being honest.

d)

loyal and true.

19.

Fill in the blank with a word beginning with re-, un-, or dis-. To get your shoes off you must first (a)   them.

20.

Complete the sentence.


Haley knew it was __________ to copy her sister's homework.

a)

dishonest

b)

unpleasant

c)

disobey

Answer Key

Prefixes Un- and dis-

Total questions: 20

1.
c)

not

2.
a) Unzip
3.
c) Not Prepared
4.
c) unhappy
5.
a) untrue
6.
a)

Un

, b)

dis

, c)

mis

, d)

non

7.
a)

beginning

8.
a)

True

9.
a)

not - or - opposite

10.
a)

not

11.
d)

un-

12.
b)

dis-

13.
d)

not happy

14.
b)

not appear

15.
c) disappear
16.
b) un
17.
b) not
18.
a)

not honest.

19.
untie
20.
a)

dishonest

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FAQs

What does this worksheet teach about the prefixes un- and dis-?

This Grade 2 English worksheet teaches students to identify un- as meaning “not” and dis- as meaning “not” or “opposite.” Through multiple-choice, multiple-select, and fill-in-the-blank questions, students use those meanings to interpret words such as unprepared, unhappy, untrue, and disappear, while also identifying prefixes at the beginning of words and selecting the correct spelling.

How can I use this worksheet to teach the prefixes un- and dis-?

Introduce prefixes as word parts added to the beginning of a root word, then model how un- and dis- change meaning using examples such as happy to unhappy and appear to disappear. Have students explain why each answer fits the definition before assigning the worksheet, and use the multi-select items to review that several prefixes, including un- and dis-, can mean “not.”

What mistakes should I watch for on the prefixes un- and dis- worksheet?

Students may confuse un- and dis- with prefixes that mean “again,” “between,” or “wrong,” or overlook that a prefix comes at the beginning of a word. Watch for students who choose only one option on the multi-select question asking which prefixes mean “not,” and for spelling errors such as disapear or dissappear instead of disappear.

How do I assign and grade this prefixes worksheet?

The worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, and it includes a complete answer key for all 20 questions. You can grade printed student work by scanning it with the Wayground for Teachers app, while the digital quiz supports online assignment and grading.

How can I differentiate this worksheet for my students?

Use the worksheet’s Advanced Settings to adjust font spacing or increase the font size so the prefix examples, answer choices, and spelling items are easier to read. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when that better supports students working with un- and dis- word meanings.

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