Finding the root word ed and ing words

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the basic part of a word that gives it meaning, without any prefixes or suffixes.

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What does the suffix 'ed' indicate in a word?

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The suffix 'ed' indicates that the action of the verb has already happened (past tense).

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What does the suffix 'ing' indicate in a word?

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The suffix 'ing' indicates that the action of the verb is currently happening (present participle).

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What is the root word in the word 'hitting'?

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hit

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What is the root word in the word 'handled'?

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handle

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What is the root word in the word 'begged'?

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beg

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What is the root word in the word 'stripped'?

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strip

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What is the root word in the word 'rising'?

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rise

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How do you find the root word in a word with 'ed' or 'ing'?

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Remove the 'ed' or 'ing' suffix from the word.

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Can a root word stand alone as a word?

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Yes, a root word can often stand alone as a complete word.