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Sentences & Punctuation

Grade 2 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1GAX5SZ-1Y3A

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

Edit this fragment: because the rain stopped

2.

Edit this singular possessive: the backpack belonging to luis was found

3.

Edit this introductory phrase: to prepare for the storm residents filled water containers

4.

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

5.

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

6.

Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacks

7.

Edit this interrupting word: the report however lacked evidence

8.

Edit this plural possessive: the teachers lounge is beside the library

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 fragment: because the rain stoppedBecause the rain stopped, the game continued.
  2. Edit this singular possessive: the backpack belonging to luis was foundLuis's backpack was found.
  3. Edit this introductory phrase: to prepare for the storm residents filled water containersTo prepare for the storm, residents filled water containers.
  4. Edit this dependent clause: although the trail was steep we continuedAlthough the trail was steep, we continued.
  5. Edit this compound sentence: the bridge was closed traffic used another roadThe bridge was closed, so traffic used another road.
  6. Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacksWe packed maps, water, and snacks.
  7. Edit this interrupting word: the report however lacked evidenceThe report, however, lacked evidence.
  8. Edit this plural possessive: the teachers lounge is beside the libraryThe teachers' lounge is beside the library.

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.