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Grammar Practice

Grade 5 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-ZD4YWK-J0MI

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

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

2.

Correct the modifier: She almost read every book in the series.

3.

Choose: The news was / were surprising.

4.

Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.

5.

Correct the comparison: Of the three, Lee ran faster.

6.

Choose the active voice: The class built the model. / The model was built by the class.

7.

Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.

8.

Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.

9.

Choose the correct pronoun: The coach spoke to Maya and I / me.

10.

Identify the prepositional phrase: The keys are under the cushion.

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. Identify the dependent clause: When the bell rings, leave quietly.When the bell rings
  2. Correct the modifier: She almost read every book in the series.She read almost every book in the series.
  3. Choose: The news was / were surprising.was
  4. Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.Imperative
  5. Correct the comparison: Of the three, Lee ran faster.Of the three, Lee ran fastest.
  6. Choose the active voice: The class built the model. / The model was built by the class.The class built the model.
  7. Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.Although
  8. Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.,
  9. Choose the correct pronoun: The coach spoke to Maya and I / me.me
  10. Identify the prepositional phrase: The keys are under the cushion.under the cushion

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.