Grade 2 · Grammar · Building Confidence
Free Sentences & Punctuation worksheet - version 11
Grade 2 sentences & punctuation practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Sentences & Punctuation
Grade 2 · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-1JFWXZC-153F
1.Edit this compound sentence: the bridge was closed traffic used another road
2.Edit this introductory phrase: after lunch we planted seeds
3.Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacks
4.Edit this exclamation: what a surprising ending
5.Edit this dependent clause: although the trail was steep we continued
6.Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment worked
7.Edit this statement: my class visits the museum on friday
8.Edit this question: where did the blue kite land
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.
Show answers for version 11
- Edit this compound sentence: the bridge was closed traffic used another roadThe bridge was closed, so traffic used another road.
- Edit this introductory phrase: after lunch we planted seedsAfter lunch, we planted seeds.
- Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacksWe packed maps, water, and snacks.
- Edit this exclamation: what a surprising endingWhat a surprising ending!
- Edit this dependent clause: although the trail was steep we continuedAlthough the trail was steep, we continued.
- Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment workedMaya said, “The experiment worked.”
- Edit this statement: my class visits the museum on fridayMy class visits the museum on Friday.
- Edit this question: where did the blue kite landWhere did the blue kite land?
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.