Grade 5 · Writing · On Level
Free Writing Prompts worksheet - version 18
Grade 5 writing prompts matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 6 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Writing Prompts
Grade 5 · On-level practice · 6 questions · Version PG-125YVEF-1W51
1.Describe a difficult decision and the values involved.
2.Write an editorial proposing a community improvement.
3.Write a mystery whose clues lead to a fair solution.
4.Explain a scientific process using an analogy.
5.Explain how one invention changed daily life.
6.Propose a fair classroom rule and defend it.
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 18
- Describe a difficult decision and the values involved.Answers will vary.
- Write an editorial proposing a community improvement.Answers will vary.
- Write a mystery whose clues lead to a fair solution.Answers will vary.
- Explain a scientific process using an analogy.Answers will vary.
- Explain how one invention changed daily life.Answers will vary.
- Propose a fair classroom rule and defend it.Answers will vary.
Worked example
Plan a beginning, supporting details, and a clear ending.
Common mistake
Starting before deciding the main idea.
Helpful hint
Jot down three details before writing.