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Grammar Practice

Grade 5 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-Z35D7L-J0MI

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

Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.

2.

Add punctuation: We packed maps__ water__ and snacks.

3.

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

4.

Choose: Neither answer is / are correct.

5.

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

6.

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

7.

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

8.

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

9.

Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.

10.

Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.

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: If you finish early__ begin reading.,
  2. Add punctuation: We packed maps__ water__ and snacks., and ,
  3. Choose the active voice: The class built the model. / The model was built by the class.The class built the model.
  4. Choose: Neither answer is / are correct.is
  5. Identify the prepositional phrase: The keys are under the cushion.under the cushion
  6. Identify the dependent clause: When the bell rings, leave quietly.When the bell rings
  7. Identify the appositive: Our dog, a beagle, loves walks.a beagle
  8. Correct the comparison: Of the three, Lee ran faster.Of the three, Lee ran fastest.
  9. Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.Although
  10. Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.Imperative

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.