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WorksheetsGrammar and Sentence Structure Quiz
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 1hrs 3mins
What is the correct way to write the sentence?
Zyla barely looked up as she calmly kept walking.
Zyla barely looked up. As she calmly kept walking.
Zyla barely looked up as. She calmly kept walking.
Zyla barely looked up, as she calmly kept walking.
What change needs to be made in the sentence "One girl is from Guatemala, and one boy is vietnamese"?
Change Guatemala to guatemala
Change boy to boy’s
Capitalize vietnamese
Capitalize girl
What change, if any, is needed in the sentence "Every single day, your heart beats about 100,000 times, pumping close to 2,000 gallons of blood through your body"?
Change heart to hart
Change your to you’re
Change single to singl
Change through to threw
Draw a line through the sentence that does NOT belong in the paragraph. This paragraph is about two puppies in a box. Is this sentence about two puppies in a box? If yes, it belongs in the paragraph. If no, it should be removed.
Willa slowly lifted the box's lid.
Inside were two of the dirtiest animals she had ever seen.
Their friendly barks told her they were young puppies.
Check the box next to the choice that best combines the two sentences. Rocco ran into the woods. Eli followed Rocco into the woods.
Rocco and Eli ran into the woods.
MI (Missing info about Eli following)
Eli followed Rocco as he ran into the woods.
Rocco ran into the woods, and Eli followed him into the woods.
Rocco followed Eli running into the woods.
What is the most effective revision to make in sentence 8? Instead, the chocolate milk it went flying all over the cafeteria!
R (Repetitive because “it” represents “chocolate milk”)
MI (Leaves out “milk” and “flying...”)
Correct
PP (Punctuation Problem)
Fill in the blank with the best transition word or phrase from the box. I needed help, ______ I raised my hand.
meanwhile
therefore
however
as a result
because
The underlined word in each sentence needs to be replaced. Circle the choice that makes the sentence clearer. The students had worked on projects all week. The teacher wanted them to finish them by lunch. (the students / the projects)
the students
the projects
The underlined word in each sentence needs to be replaced. Circle the choice that makes the sentence clearer. Lakshmi’s cousin Sarabeth was coming to visit. She was very excited. (The cousin / Lakshmi)
The cousin
Lakshmi
The underlined word in each sentence needs to be replaced. Circle the choice that makes the sentence clearer. The dog buried his bone and lost his ball. Joey went outside to help find it. (the dog / the ball)
the dog
the ball
Check the box next to the choice that best combines the two sentences. Rocco ran into the woods. Eli followed Rocco into the woods.
Rocco and Eli ran into the woods.
Eli followed Rocco as he ran into the woods.
Rocco ran into the woods, and Eli followed him into the woods.
Rocco followed Eli running into the woods.
Which sentence does NOT belong in the paragraph? Willa slowly lifted the box’s lid. Inside were two of the dirtiest animals she had ever seen. Their friendly barks told her they were young puppies. Puppies eyes open at about two weeks. Willa reached in to pet the pups, and their tales began wagging.
Willa slowly lifted the box’s lid.
Inside were two of the dirtiest animals she had ever seen.
Their friendly barks told her they were young puppies.
Puppies eyes open at about two weeks.
Willa reached in to pet the pups, and their tales began wagging.
Fill in the blank with the best transition word or phrase from the box. I needed help, __________, I raised my hand.
so
because
although
however
Fill in the blank with the best transition word or phrase from the box. Toby left the water running. __________, there is water all over the bathroom floor.
as a result
however
meanwhile
in contrast
Fill in the blank with the best transition word or phrase from the box. Janice wanted an ice cream cone. __________, she didn’t have enough money.
however
therefore
meanwhile
consequently
Fill in the blank with the best transition word or phrase from the box. __________ her brother, Analisa loved fractions.
unlike
like
beside
alongside
Fill in the blank with the best transition word or phrase from the box. Alfonso got a good grade on the test __________ he had studied.
because
although
unless
despite
Which sentence should be deleted from this paragraph?
Sentence 1
Sentence 2
Sentence 4
Sentence 7
What change would improve the clarity of sentence 5?
Change off to of
Change skills to skill
Change she’d to she did
Change She to Elia
What is the best way to combine sentences 3 and 4?
Everyone was standing up and they were placing their trash in the trash can and lining up.
Everyone was standing up and lining up.
Everyone was standing up, placing their trash in the trash can, and lining up.
Everyone was standing up, everyone was placing their trash in the trash can, and everyone was lining up.
What is the most effective revision to make in sentence 8?
Instead, the chocolate went flying!
Instead, the chocolate milk went flying all over the cafeteria!
Instead the chocolate, milk went flying all over the cafeteria!
Instead, the chocolate milk spilled all over the cafeteria!
Which sentence should go between sentences 1 and 2 to improve the flow of the paragraph?
It’s easy!
Did you know you can make many things at home?
Teachers often use stickers in the classroom.
Stickers are made with paper and glue.
Sentence 2 gives a direction that is unclear. Which of the following sentences would help clarify the instructions?
Designing stickers is easy and fun.
Use markers or colored pencils to draw your own pictures on plain white paper.
Kids love stickers that have silly designs.
Store-bought stickers can be expensive.
What transition should be added at the beginning of sentence 3?
Actually,
Third,
Eventually,
Second,
Which two sentences should be combined?
Sentences 1 and 2
Sentences 3 and 4
Sentences 5 and 6
Sentences 8 and 9
Circle the more precise word within each pair.
What did Sarah do after finishing her homework?
She went to play.
She started another assignment.
She watched TV.
She went to sleep.
What are the two options mentioned in the sentences?
Going to the party
Staying home
Going to the park
Staying at work
Complete each sentence with then or than. My dog is bigger ______ yours.
than
then
that
them
Complete each sentence with then or than. Eat your peas, ______ clear your plate.
then
than
when
and
Complete each sentence with then or than. It is colder here ______ in California.
than
then
when
where
Complete each sentence with then or than. I got more ______ I needed.
than
then
when
where
Complete each sentence with then or than. He will get your table set up, and ______ you can be seated.
then
than
when
where
Circle the choice that makes each sentence more clear. Mom really wants me to wash (the car / it).
Circle the choice that makes each sentence more clear. Beth and Janine watched (her / Janine’s) little sister.
Circle the choice that makes each sentence more clear. Ramah told Lourdes that (Lourdes / she) wasn’t nice.
Circle the choice that makes each sentence more clear. The dogs and cats fought over (the cats’ / their) food.
Which sentence does NOT belong in the paragraph about Chihuahuas?
Chihuahuas are small dogs with a lot of attitude.
Weighing less than 10 pounds, Chihuahuas are some of the littlest dogs around.
My grandmother has a Chihuahua.
You can recognize Chihuahuas by their little round heads, huge eyes, and pointy ears.
Draw a line through the sentence that does NOT belong in each paragraph.
They had been working since 8:00 that morning.
He knew he should check his answers, but he felt exhausted.
It was 1:00 now.
Xi finished his test early and put his pencil down.
Ms. Allsup had given them mint gum.
What introductory phrase should begin sentence 1?
At first,
One day,
Once upon a time,
In the beginning,
What transition best goes at the beginning of sentence 3?
Unfortunately,
Luckily,
Actually,
So,
Which sentence should be removed from the paragraph?
Sentence 2
Sentence 3
Sentence 6
Sentence 8
Which of the following words is overused in the paragraph?
sadly
prince
king
unkind
What is the best way to combine sentences 7 and 8?
The king was worried because he didn’t trust his unkind son to rule the kingdom.
The king was worried and he trusted his unkind son to rule the kingdom.
The king was worried, and the king didn’t trust his unkind son to rule the kingdom.
The king was worried, and he didn’t trust his son.
What change would clarify sentence 1?
Insert really after who
Change the question mark to a period
Change those to the
Change them to snakes
Which sentence does NOT belong in the paragraph?
Sentence 3
Sentence 4
Sentence 5
Sentence 6
Sentence 6 would be improved if the word good were replaced with –
excellent
decent
slimy
happy
Read the following sentence. Just think about the cat’s litter box that needs changing or the frequent walks dogs need. This supporting detail should be added after –
sentence 4
sentence 5
sentence 6
sentence 7
How could sentences 7, 8, and 9 be combined to make the paragraph flow better?
Snakes are clean, easy to take care of, and fun to watch.
Snakes are clean and they are easy to take care of and fun to watch.
Snakes are clean, easy, and fun.
Snakes which are clean, are easy, and they are fun to watch.
What is the best way to combine sentences 1 and 2?
Akachi was working and she was working on a kid cave in her backyard.
Akachi was working with her parents on a kid cave in the backyard.
Akachi was working in her back yard.
Akachi was working on creating a kid cave in her backyard.
Which of the following details should replace sentence 3 to clarify the paragraph?
Akachi’s parents had said she could clean out the old woodshed and turn it into whatever she wanted.
Her parents said she could use the shed.
Akachi’s parents told her to clean out the old woodshed.
Akachi would have to work hard since her parents said she could clean out the shed.
What transition word should go at the beginning of sentence 7?
Eventually
Next
Finally
So
What is the best way to avoid the repetition of the word started in sentences 4 and 6?
Change started to working in sentence 4
Change started to starting in sentence 4
Change started to began in sentence 6
Remove started from sentence 6
Complete the sentences with the appropriate transition from the box: finally / to begin / then / followed by ______, we’ll have cheese sticks as an appetizer ______ a salad. ______, we will have the pork chops as our main course. ______, we’ll enjoy the pudding for dessert.
To begin, followed by, then, finally
Finally, then, followed by, to begin
Then, to begin, finally, followed by
Followed by, finally, to begin, then
Complete each sentence with then or than. I ate my taco ______ my fries. We’ll get our suits on and ______ go down to the water. My sister is older ______ me. Are red cars faster ______ white ones? I wish I had known her______.
then, then, than, than, then
than, than, then, then, than
then, than, then, than, then
than, then, than, then, than
Identify the sentence with repetition: In the beginning there were many problems at first. He wished and hoped there would be cake at the party. I wonder if it is going to rain, I asked myself. Finally at the end we had ice cream. The baby duck walked after behind its mother.
In the beginning there were many problems at first.
He wished and hoped there would be cake at the party.
I wonder if it is going to rain, I asked myself.
Finally at the end we had ice cream.
The baby duck walked after behind its mother.
Draw a smiley face next to the best revision of the following sentence. After recess, the students watched a movie and that was in the gym.
After gym, and after recess, the students watched a movie.
After recess, the students watched a movie, in the gym.
The students watched a movie in the gym after recess.
The students watched a movie in the gym.
After gym, the students watched a movie at recess.
Which sentence does NOT belong in a paragraph about how to eat more healthily?
Experts suggest eating brightly-colored vegetables.
It’s okay to enjoy sweets every now and then.
My mom loves kale.
French fries are delicious, but fried food is not good for you.
It’s important to get a variety of nutrients in your diet.
What is the most effective introduction for the paragraph?
Wow! You should come to Texas!
Kayakers can kayak in Texas if they want because there are lots of places to kayak.
There are many reasons to come to Texas, including kayaking.
Kayakers looking for a great day of paddling will find plenty of choices in Texas.
Which of the following details would best go after sentence 3 to support the idea that the Brazos River is good for fishing?
The Brazos River is the 11th longest river in the United States.
The Brazos has large populations of catfish, carp, and bass.
The Brazos River runs through Waco, Texas.
The Brazos River is a great river for wildlife watching.
Which transition should go at the beginning of sentence 5?
Of course,
Therefore,
Finally,
Actually,
What change would improve sentence 7?
Change Caddo Lake to Caddo lake
Change People to persons
replace People who do bird watching with Birdwatchers
Make no change
Where should this detail be added to the paragraph? "Audri’s aunt and uncle had moved to Anchorage last September."
At the very beginning
After sentence 2
Between sentences 3 and 4
Before sentence 7
What is the best way to combine sentences 4 and 5?
Audri had to admit that it had been an amazing summer.
Audri had to admit that the summer, it had been great.
The summer, it had been great, and Audri had to admit that it had been.
Audri had to admit it the summer had been great.
What’s the best revision for sentence 6?
They had seen so much on the road. In a month.
They had, during the month they had been on the road, seen so much in that time.
During the month they had not been seeing so much on the road.
They had seen so much in the month they had been on the road.
How could the clarity of sentence 8 be improved?
Change only to just
Change couple to two
Change it to school
No change is needed
Circle the correct form of the verb in each sentence. Mira and Leon both (study / studies) before every quiz.
study
studies
Circle the correct form of the verb in each sentence. He usually (take / takes) a shower in the morning.
take
takes
Circle the correct form of the verb in each sentence. Where did Sama (put / puts) the box of crayons?
put
puts
Circle the correct form of the verb in each sentence. They (is / are) still trying to find our jackets.
is
are
Fill in the blanks with a correct verb. My sister and brother _______ cereal for breakfast every day.
eat
eats
eating
ate
Fill in the blanks with a correct verb. I like to eat my broccoli before my chicken nuggets, but my brother _______ to eat his chicken nuggets first.
likes
like
liked
liking
Fill in the blanks with a correct verb. Mercury and Venus are rocky planets, but Saturn and Jupiter _______ made of gas.
are
is
was
were
What is the correct way to write sentence 2?
He was waiting for Zyla his sister she always walked by here on her way to the river.
He was waiting for his sister Zyla she always. Walked by here on her way to the river.
He was waiting for his sister Zyla, that is why she always walked by here on the way to he river.
He was waiting for his sister Zyla. She always walked by here on her way to the river.
What change, if any, should be made in sentence 3?
Change heard to hears
Remove the comma after her
Change before to because
Make no change
What change should be made in sentence 4?
Change Crouching to Crouches
Delete the comma after lower
Change were to was
Change to to too
What is the correct way to write sentences 8 and 9?
Zyla barely looked up as she calmly kept walking.
Zyla barely looked. Up as she calmly kept walking.
Zyla barely looked up as she. Calmly kept walking.
Zyla barely looked, up as she calmly kept walking.
Underline the phrase that will make each sentence complete. The brown bear _______ by the tree near the river.
looked for food in the forest.
was sleeping peacefully.
climbed up the tree.
ran away quickly.
Underline the phrase that will make each sentence complete. Pink, purple, and blue _______ are her favorite colors.
are her favorite colors.
is her favorite color.
was her favorite color.
were her favorite colors.
Underline the phrase that will make each sentence complete. After several hours, _______ we decided to leave.
went by.
we stayed.
it rained.
we talked.
Underline the phrase that will make each sentence complete. Juan’s father _______ and Maria’s aunt.
made the cookies.
is a doctor.
went to the market.
loves to read.
Was outside laughing and running.
subject
predicate
object
adverb
Jesus and Jackson, two friends from math class.
subject
predicate
object
adjective
Got up in the middle of the night when it was raining.
subject
predicate
object
adverb
Millie (doesn’t / don’t) know when the project is due.
doesn’t
don’t
Let’s leave after Alicia (finish / finishes) practicing.
finish
finishes
We (was / were) going to the movies.
was
were
Sometimes it (take / takes) a long time to get it right.
take
takes
I’ll (sleep / sleeps) later.
sleep
sleeps
The sodas and candy.
The sodas and candy are on sale.
The sodas and candy are expired.
The sodas and candy are in the fridge.
The sodas and candy.
She’s funny.
She’s serious.
She’s boring.
She’s dull.
She’s funny.
Ms. Ramirez’s blue shoes.
Ms. Ramirez’s red shoes.
Ms. Ramirez’s green shoes.
Ms. Ramirez’s yellow shoes.
Ms. Ramirez’s blue shoes.
By the time we get there.
By the time we arrive.
Before we reach.
After we leave.
Once we are there.
Stop playing with those.
Stop playing with these.
Continue playing with those.
Stop playing with them.
Stop playing with those.
The sound hurt my head.
The sound was soothing.
The sound was pleasant.
The sound was calming.
The sound hurt my head.
Shane, my older cousin.
Shane, my younger cousin.
Shane, my older brother.
Shane, my friend.
Shane, my older cousin.
What can she buy now?
A car
A house
A book
A phone
This is cool very hair.
This is very cool hair.
This hair is very cool.
This is cool very hair.
Very cool is this hair.
Which is bigger, yours or my dog?
Yours
Mine
Both are the same size
Neither
What sound does Benjamin make?
Barks
Meows
Purrs
Growls
