Which sentence contains a shift in point of view?

A) I love reading books because they take you to another world.

B) You should always do your best in school.

C) We went to the beach and had a great time.

D) They are planning a surprise party for their friend.

Choose the sentence with a shift in mood.

D) If I were you, I would take the job offer.

A) If you study hard, you will pass the exam.

B) She asked if I could help her with the project.

C) Let’s go to the movies and then we can have dinner.

Which sentence demonstrates a shift in number?

B) The committee has made its decision.

A) The team won their game and celebrated.

C) The children played in the park and had fun.

D) The company announced their new product line.

Identify the sentence with a shift in voice.

A) The cake was baked by Mary and she decorated it.

B) The book was read by the students and they discussed it.

C) The car was washed by John and he polished it.

D) The song was sung by the choir and they performed it.

Which sentence contains a shift in person?

A) One should always do your best.

B) You should try to be on time.

C) We are going to the concert tonight.

D) They have finished their project.

Choose the sentence with a shift in tone.

C) The book was boring, but the ending was amazing.

A) The movie was exciting and thrilling.

B) The speech was inspiring and motivational.

D) The music was soothing and relaxing.

Which sentence has a shift in style?

C) The novel was engaging, but the dialogue was awkward.

A) The essay was well-written and informative.

B) The report was detailed and comprehensive.

D) The article was concise and to the point.

Identify the sentence with a shift in register.

B) The manager addressed the team formally and then joked with them.

A) The professor explained the theory clearly and concisely.

C) The teacher gave instructions and answered questions.

D) The doctor provided a diagnosis and treatment plan.

Which sentence contains a shift in parallel structure?

A) She likes to swim, to run, and biking.

B) He enjoys reading, writing, and to paint.

C) They went to the store, bought groceries, and cooked dinner.

D) I like hiking, fishing, and camping.

Choose the sentence with a shift in subject.

A) The cat chased the mouse and it ran away.

B) The dog barked loudly and scared the cat.

C) The bird sang beautifully and flew away.

D) The car stopped suddenly and the driver was surprised.

Which sentence demonstrates a shift in adjective order?

A) She wore a red beautiful dress to the party.

C) They lived in a small, cozy house.

D) The garden was full of colorful, fragrant flowers.

Identify the sentence with a shift in adverb placement.

A) She quickly ran to the store and bought milk.

B) He often goes to the gym and works out.

C) They quietly entered the room and sat down.

D) I will go to the park tomorrow and play soccer.

Which sentence contains a shift in conjunction use?

B) He wanted to go to the party, yet he stayed home.

A) She likes apples, but she doesn’t like oranges.

C) They went to the beach and swam in the ocean.

D) I will study for the test, or I will fail.

Choose the sentence with a shift in preposition use.

B) He jumped over the fence and ran across the field.

A) She walked into the room and sat on the chair.

C) They drove through the tunnel and parked beside the building.

D) I will meet you at the cafe and we can talk about the project.

Which sentence demonstrates a shift in article use?

A) She bought a apple and an orange.

B) He found a book and the pen.

C) They saw an elephant and a giraffe.

Identify the sentence with a shift in determiner use.

D) Each student must bring their own pencil.

A) This book is interesting, but that one is boring.

B) These shoes are comfortable, but those are not.

C) Some people like coffee, but others prefer tea.

Which sentence contains a shift in pronoun case?

A) She gave the book to him and I.

C) They invited us to their party.

Choose the sentence with a shift in verb form.

A) She likes to dance and singing.

B) He enjoys running and swimming.

C) They love to travel and explore.

D) I prefer reading and writing.

Shift

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English

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6th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS

L.3.1A, L.2.1D, L.8.1D

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Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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25 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which sentence is an example of pronoun shift?

Many people are able to water ski if they practice.

If you want to learn a new skill, then you really need to practice.

Several Girl Scout cookies were missing from its box.

We climbed the hill and found our friends waiting.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

"My sister and I watched Tik Tok videos instead of cleaning."

Which of the following sentences has an incorrect shift that does NOT match the antecedent?

We thought they were hilarious.

We hoped we could just avoid their task.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The cat crouched down, intently watching the bird.

Which of the following sentences has an incorrect shift that does NOT match the antecedent?

You could tell they were just hoping it would come closer.

It mewed softly and crept closer.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Decide whether or not the verb tense is used correctly. As Richard ties his shoes, the telephone rang.

correct

incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1D

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Decide whether or not the verb tense is used correctly.

correct

incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1D

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which sentence is an example of pronoun shift?

A) The teacher told the students that they should study for the test.

B) If one wants to succeed, you must work hard.

C) The dog wagged its tail when it saw its owner.

D) She said that she would call me later.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Identify the sentence with a verb tense shift.

A) She was walking to the store and buys some milk.

B) He runs every morning and enjoys it.

C) They will go to the park and play soccer.

D) I have finished my homework and will watch TV.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1D

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

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Which sentence is an example of pronoun shift?

"My sister and I watched Tik Tok videos instead of cleaning."Which of the following sentences has an incorrect shift that does NOT match the antecedent?

The cat crouched down, intently watching the bird.Which of the following sentences has an incorrect shift that does NOT match the antecedent?

Decide whether or not the verb tense is used correctly. As Richard ties his shoes, the telephone rang.

Decide whether or not the verb tense is used correctly.

Which sentence is an example of pronoun shift?

Identify the sentence with a verb tense shift.

Which sentence contains a shift in point of view?

Choose the sentence with a shift in mood.

Which sentence demonstrates a shift in number?

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