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Grade 3 · Grammar · On Level

Free Sentences & Punctuation worksheet - version 12

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

1.

Edit this interrupting word: the report however lacked evidence

2.

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

3.

Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacks

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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

7.

Edit this fragment: because the rain stopped

8.

Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment worked

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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 interrupting word: the report however lacked evidenceThe report, however, lacked evidence.
  2. Edit this singular possessive: the backpack belonging to luis was foundLuis's backpack was found.
  3. Edit this series: we packed maps water and snacksWe packed maps, water, and snacks.
  4. Edit this introductory phrase: to prepare for the storm residents filled water containersTo prepare for the storm, residents filled water containers.
  5. Edit this plural possessive: the teachers lounge is beside the libraryThe teachers' lounge is beside the library.
  6. Edit this dependent clause: although the trail was steep we continuedAlthough the trail was steep, we continued.
  7. Edit this fragment: because the rain stoppedBecause the rain stopped, the game continued.
  8. Edit this quotation: maya said the experiment workedMaya said, “The experiment worked.”

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.