Grade 5 · Writing · Building Confidence
Free Narrative Writing worksheet - version 2
Grade 5 narrative writing practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 6 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Narrative Writing
Grade 5 · Building confidence · 6 questions · Version PG-UWRYO5-18K8
1.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a character facing a difficult but fair choice.
2.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a journey that changes the traveler's goal.
3.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a competition solved through cooperation.
4.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about an animal that leads someone to safety.
5.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a message found inside an old book.
6.Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a new student who knows a surprising skill.
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.
Show answers for version 2
- Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a character facing a difficult but fair choice.Responses will vary. Strong narrative writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
- Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a journey that changes the traveler's goal.Responses will vary. Strong narrative writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
- Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a competition solved through cooperation.Responses will vary. Strong narrative writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
- Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about an animal that leads someone to safety.Responses will vary. Strong narrative writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
- Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a message found inside an old book.Responses will vary. Strong narrative writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
- Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a new student who knows a surprising skill.Responses will vary. Strong narrative writing should stay focused, use specific details, and match the requested structure.
Worked example
Establish a situation, develop events in order, and provide a satisfying ending.
Common mistake
Listing events without showing a problem, response, or change.
Helpful hint
Decide what the character wants and what gets in the way.