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Free Sentences & Punctuation worksheet - version 20

Grade 1 sentences & punctuation practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.

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Sentences & Punctuation

Grade 1 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-8HAGUX-15FE

Four children and a teacher collaborate with blocks, patterns, and a notebook.
1.

Edit this compound sentence: the bridge was closed traffic used another road

2.

Edit this question: where did the blue kite land

3.

Edit this dependent clause: although the trail was steep we continued

4.

Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment worked

5.

Edit this introductory phrase: after lunch we planted seeds

6.

Edit this opening word: yes i finished the chapter

7.

Edit this statement: my class visits the museum on friday

8.

Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacks

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Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Edit this compound sentence: the bridge was closed traffic used another roadThe bridge was closed, so traffic used another road.
  2. Edit this question: where did the blue kite landWhere did the blue kite land?
  3. Edit this dependent clause: although the trail was steep we continuedAlthough the trail was steep, we continued.
  4. Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment workedMaya said, “The experiment worked.”
  5. Edit this introductory phrase: after lunch we planted seedsAfter lunch, we planted seeds.
  6. Edit this opening word: yes i finished the chapterYes, I finished the chapter.
  7. Edit this statement: my class visits the museum on fridayMy class visits the museum on Friday.
  8. Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacksWe packed maps, water, and snacks.

Worked example

Find the complete thought, then apply capitals and punctuation that show its structure.

Common mistake

Adding punctuation by pause alone instead of sentence structure.

Helpful hint

Identify the subject and predicate first.