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Grammar Practice

Grade 3 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-TL2U2O-16FW

1.

Add punctuation: We packed maps__ water__ and snacks.

2.

Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.

3.

Choose: The news was / were surprising.

4.

Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.

5.

Fix agreement: Each of the players have a jersey.

6.

Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.

7.

Use a semicolon: The trail was steep__ we continued anyway.

8.

Choose who or whom: __ did you invite?

9.

Identify the dependent clause: When the bell rings, leave quietly.

10.

Identify the appositive: Our dog, a beagle, loves walks.

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. Add punctuation: We packed maps__ water__ and snacks., and ,
  2. Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.,
  3. Choose: The news was / were surprising.was
  4. Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.Although
  5. Fix agreement: Each of the players have a jersey.Each of the players has a jersey.
  6. Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.Imperative
  7. Use a semicolon: The trail was steep__ we continued anyway.;
  8. Choose who or whom: __ did you invite?Whom
  9. Identify the dependent clause: When the bell rings, leave quietly.When the bell rings
  10. Identify the appositive: Our dog, a beagle, loves walks.a beagle

Worked example

Read the entire sentence before choosing the form that fits.

Common mistake

Looking at one word without checking the sentence.

Helpful hint

Read your completed sentence aloud.