WorksheetsPlanning the second recount paragraph of a journalistic report about the Titanic | Exit Quiz | Oak National Academy
Total questions: 6
Worksheet time: 5mins
Match the keywords to their definitions.
clear, exact and particular information
specific information
a group of words that contains a verb and makes sense
main clause
a subordinate clause starting with a progressive (-ing) verb
non-finite (-ing) clause
a sentence formed of a main clause and a non-finite clause
non-finite complex sentence
a tense that denotes ongoing action over a period of time
progressive tense
Match each part of the recount paragraph to its function.
introduces the reader to what the paragraph will be about
introductory sentence
gives the reader detailed facts about aspects of the event
specific information
links on to the next paragraph
linking sentence
Which word is a verb in the progressive tense?
dance
dancer
dancing
danced
A non-finite (-ing) complex sentence includes which of these?
a verb written in the progressive tense
a main clause
a non-finite subordinate clause
two actions happening simultaneously
a relative clause
Identify the verb in the following non-finite clause: 'Occupying a large space on the starboard side, a vast indoor swimming pool is accessible to first-class passengers.'
occupying
starboard
pool
accessible
passengers
Which of these sentences is a non-finite (-ing) complex sentence?
Although the ship's design is impressive, many have applauded her interiors.
First class passengers' bedrooms, which are on the top deck, enjoy ocean views.
Costing approximately $7.5 million, the ship's design has had no expense spared.
