Vocabulary Worksheet · Grades 6–9
Genericized Trademarks Worksheet
A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 6-9 on genericized trademarks. Students learn how brand names like Band-Aid become everyday words, answer eight questions, then complete four responses. A complete answer key is included.
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Subject
Vocabulary
Grades
Grades 6–9
Skill Focus
Genericized Trademarks, word origins
Lesson Length
25 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A genericized trademark is a brand name that people use for any product of that type, like saying ‘Band-Aid’ for any bandage. This worksheet teaches how and why brand names become general words.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains genericized trademarks with examples. Section A has eight questions. Section B on page 2 has four written responses.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Word Origins and Borrowed Words worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review genericized trademarks.
Answer the eight questions in Section A on page 1.
Write your responses to the four questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Word Origins Worksheet for more word history.
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Genericized Trademarks Worksheet
A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 6-9 on genericized trademarks. Students learn how brand names like Band-Aid become everyday words, answer eight questions, then complete four responses. A complete answer key is included.
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