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Sentences & Punctuation

Grade 3 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-3S9-VWVD

1.

Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment worked

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacks

6.

Edit this fragment: because the rain stopped

7.

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

8.

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

How to use this skill

Grade 3 sentences & punctuation practice with original, difficulty-matched questions.

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.

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