Vocabulary Worksheet · Grades 5–8
The Latin Root Spect Worksheet
A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Latin root spect. Students learn that spect means ‘to look’ and use it to write eight words from clues and answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.

Subject
Vocabulary
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
The Latin Root Spect, word parts
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The Latin root spect means ‘to look’ or ‘to watch,’ and it appears in many English words from inspect to spectator. This worksheet teaches the root and has students build and explain words that contain it.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains the root with examples. Section A has eight words to write from clues. Section B on page 2 has four questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Greek and Latin Roots and Root Words worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the root.
Write the word for each clue in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Greek and Latin Roots Worksheet for more practice.
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The Latin Root Spect Worksheet
A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Latin root spect. Students learn that spect means ‘to look’ and use it to write eight words from clues and answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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