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Grammar Practice

Grade 5 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1SKCBRC-GYHQ

1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.

5.

Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.

6.

Choose: Neither answer is / are correct.

7.

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

8.

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

9.

Choose who or whom: __ did you invite?

10.

Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.

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. Correct the comparison: Of the three, Lee ran faster.Of the three, Lee ran fastest.
  2. Correct the modifier: She almost read every book in the series.She read almost every book in the series.
  3. Identify the appositive: Our dog, a beagle, loves walks.a beagle
  4. Identify the verb mood: Please close the door.Imperative
  5. Add punctuation: If you finish early__ begin reading.,
  6. Choose: Neither answer is / are correct.is
  7. Choose the active voice: The class built the model. / The model was built by the class.The class built the model.
  8. Use a semicolon: The trail was steep__ we continued anyway.;
  9. Choose who or whom: __ did you invite?Whom
  10. Identify the conjunction: Although it rained, we played.Although

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.