Suffixes -Er and -Or Worksheet for Class 5 Grammar Practice

English grammar worksheet for Grade 5 – Suffixes (-er, -or for Professions) 

Suffixes are word endings that change the meaning of a root word. For Grade 5 students, learning suffixes like ‘‘-er’’ and ‘‘-or’’ is an important skill that builds vocabulary and strengthens grammar. This English grammar worksheet on Suffixes (-er, -or for Professions) helps learners explore how words change when these suffixes are added, and how they form names of people who do specific jobs. 

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What Is the Topic? 

Suffixes ‘‘-er’’ and ‘‘-or’’ are used to form nouns that describe professions or people who perform actions. For example: 
- ‘‘teach → teacher’’ (a person who teaches) 
- ‘‘farm → farmer’’ (a person who farms) 
- ‘‘act → actor’’ (a person who acts) 

What’s in This Worksheet? 
1. Match the following verbs with their correct profession words. 
2. True and false questions to check understanding of suffixes. 
3. Fill in the blanks with correct profession words. 
4. Multiple choice questions to choose the right profession word. 
5. Sentence writing practice using profession words. 

Definitions, Examples, Techniques, and Tips 
- ‘‘-er’’: usually added to verbs to show someone who does the action. Example: ‘write → writer’. 
- ‘‘-or’’: often used for professions or formal roles. Example: ‘direct → director’. 
- ‘‘Technique’’: Look at the verb and add the correct suffix to form the profession. 
- ‘‘Quick tip’’: Some words take ‘‘-er’’ and others take ‘‘-or’’ depending on spelling and tradition. 

Why Is It Important to Learn This? 
Learning suffixes helps students expand vocabulary, understand word meanings, and improve spelling. It strengthens writing by teaching how to form nouns from verbs. Academically, it prepares students for exams and builds confidence in grammar usage. 

Where Will This Knowledge Help You? 
- In exams, where suffix-based questions test vocabulary. 
- In writing tasks, where suffixes make descriptions clearer. 
- In everyday communication, where suffixes help explain professions precisely. 

How to Use This Worksheet? 
1. Attempt each exercise independently. 
2. Review the answer key in the exact worksheet order. 
3. Correct mistakes and practice regularly. 
4. Write your own sentences using suffix words. 

Important Tips and Tricks 
1. Always check the root word before adding a suffix. 
2. Remember that ‘‘-er’’ and ‘‘-or’’ both form nouns, but usage depends on the word. 
3. Examiners expect clear understanding of meanings. 
4. For sentence writing, use suffix words naturally in context. 

 

Complete Answer Key 

Exercise No. 1 
- drive → driver 
- paint → painter 
- write → writer 
- sing → singer 
- dance → dancer 
- farm → farmer 
- teach → teacher 
- build → builder 
- work → worker 
- report → reporter 

Exercise No. 2 
1. False 
2. False 
3. True 
4. False 
5. True 
6. False 
7. True 
8. True 
9. False 
10. True 

Exercise No. 3 
1. baker 
2. seller 
3. farmer 
4. drummer 
5. hunter 
6. owner 
7. leader 
8. cleaner 
9. runner 
10. winner 

Exercise No. 4 
1. a) actor 
2. c) collector 
3. b) inspector 
4. b) director 
5. c) inventor 
6. b) teacher 
7. c) sailor 
8. c) translator 
9. a) editor 
10. a) operator 

Exercise No. 5 
1. The ‘‘inspector’’ checked the school building. 
2. The ‘‘singer’’ performed a beautiful song. 
3. The ‘‘engineer’’ designed the bridge. 
4. The ‘‘sailor’’ traveled across the ocean. 
5. The ‘‘photographer’’ clicked amazing pictures. 
6. The ‘‘painter’’ decorated the wall with colors. 
7. The ‘‘designer’’ created a new dress. 
8. The ‘‘editor’’ corrected the mistakes in the book. 
9. The ‘‘builder’’ constructed a tall building. 
10. The ‘‘worker’’ helped in the factory. 

By practicing suffixes, students learn how words change meaning and how to use them correctly. This Grade 5 English grammar worksheet on Suffixes (-er, -or for Professions) builds confidence in vocabulary and grammar skills. Keep practicing, and remember that suffixes make your language richer and more expressive. 

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