Question

word study anglo - saxon suffix - some
a suffix is one or more syllables added to the end of a word to change its meaning. a few english suffixes come from old english, the language spoken by the anglo - saxon people who invaded england in the 5th century. the anglo - saxon suffix - some means \causing,\ \tending to,\ or \to a considerable degree.\
win+some = winsome tending to win over, or to make others like one
tithe+some = lithesome tending to be lithe, or flexible and able to bend easily
a. directions: complete each sentence, using the correct word from the list below. then, explain what each word means. use your knowledge of - some as well as the clues in the sentence.
lonesome worrisome adventuresome tiresome

1. tylers dad wasnt too concerned when tyler wasnt home right on time, but when he wasnt home by dinner, his absence became very worrisome.
2. i called all of my friends to hang out, but when i discovered that everyone was busy. i knew that i was in for a lonesome night by myself.
3. working on homework after my bedtime can be tiresome work.
4. my brother is very adventuresome and is always seeking a thrill.

b. directions: in each sentence below, add the suffix - some to the underlined word and then rewrite the sentence.
example: the council members and citizens at our city council meetings liked to quarrel. the council members and citizens at our city council meetings were quarrelsome.

1. the view at sunset from the top of the mountain filled me with awe.
2. mowing the lawn on a bright, summer day is such a burden.

Explanation:

1. "Worrisome" means causing worry. Tyler's dad was not initially concerned, but as Tyler's absence continued until dinner - time, it caused worry.
2. "Lonesome" means feeling alone or solitary. The speaker wanted to hang out with friends but found everyone busy, so they were in for a night alone.
3. "Tiresome" means causing fatigue or boredom. Working on homework after bedtime can be fatiguing.
4. "Adventuresome" means willing to take risks or seek out new experiences. The speaker's brother always seeks a thrill.

For part B:

1. The view at sunset from the top of the mountain was awesome.
2. Mowing the lawn on a bright, summer day is burdensome.

Answer:

1. Worrisome: Causing worry.
2. Lonesome: Feeling alone.
3. Tiresome: Causing fatigue.
4. Adventuresome: Willing to take risks.

B - 1. The view at sunset from the top of the mountain was awesome.
B - 2. Mowing the lawn on a bright, summer day is burdensome.