Mastering Writing Skills in 5th Grade

What is a complete sentence? Provide an example.

• The mat sat on the cat.

• A complete sentence is 'The cat sat on the mat.'

• The cat is on the mat.

• Cats and mats are friends.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

Identify the main idea of a short paragraph.

• The main idea of a short paragraph is the central theme or primary point conveyed by the author.

• The main idea is the author's opinion on the subject.

• The main idea is a detailed explanation of the topic.

• The main idea is a summary of all the details in the paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What punctuation mark is used to end a question?

• Comma

• Semicolon

• Exclamation mark

• Question mark

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CCSS.L.1.2B

CCSS.L.4.3B

CCSS.L.K.2B

Rewrite the following sentence to make it clearer: 'The dog ran fast.'

• The dog walked slowly.

• The dog sprinted quickly across the field.

• The dog strolled leisurely.

• The dog jumped high.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

What is the purpose of using descriptive words in writing?

• To simplify the writing process and reduce word count.

• To make the text more difficult to understand.

• To eliminate the need for editing and revisions.

• The purpose of using descriptive words in writing is to create vivid imagery and engage the reader's senses.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

List three types of literary devices and give an example of each.

• Oxymoron: 'Deafening silence.'

• 1. Metaphor: 'Time is a thief.' 2. Alliteration: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.' 3. Personification: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

• Simile: 'He runs like the wind.'

• Hyperbole: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

How can you improve the sequence of events in a story?

• Add more characters without context.

• Use random events that disrupt the flow.

• Focus solely on dialogue without action.

• Establish a clear timeline and ensure logical progression.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is a compound sentence? Create one using 'and'.

• I wanted to go for a walk, but it was too hot.

• I wanted to go for a walk, and it started to rain.

• I wanted to go for a walk, so I took a nap.

• I wanted to go for a walk, or I stayed home.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Identify the subject and predicate in this sentence: 'The cat slept on the mat.'

• Subject: The cat; Predicate: on the mat slept.

• Subject: The mat; Predicate: slept on the cat.

• Subject: The cat; Predicate: slept on the mat.

• Subject: slept; Predicate: The cat on the mat.

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CCSS.L.1.1C

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

Why is it important to revise your writing before submitting it?

• Revisions are only needed for academic papers, not for casual writing.

• Submitting without revision shows authenticity in your work.

• Revising is unnecessary if you feel confident about your writing.

• It is important to revise your writing to correct errors and improve clarity before submission.