Grade 5 · Writing · Challenge
Free Narrative Writing worksheet - version 16
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 · Stretch challenge · 6 questions · Version PG-1SEF78S-TALS
Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about an animal that leads someone to safety.
Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a power outage during an important event.
Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a journey that changes the traveler's goal.
Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a mystery with three clues and a logical solution.
Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a familiar place seen from a new viewpoint.
Develop a multi-paragraph response using evidence, transitions, and a purposeful conclusion about a message found inside an old book.
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 16
- 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 power outage during an important event.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 mystery with three clues and a logical solution.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 familiar place seen from a new viewpoint.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.
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.