Spelling
Say the letters in the correct order.
smlla
Word bank: before small paper leave family quick water again
small
Say the sentence to the correct end mark: full stop (.), question mark (?) or exclamation mark (!)
What time does the bus arrive
What time does the bus arrive?
Identify the list items and each comma.
a) We bought apples, bread, milk and cheese.
apples, bread, milk and cheese and , after each.
Identify whether the statement is the past, present, or future beside each sentence.
I walk to class. __________________
past
Use each word once: first, next, then, after that, finally.
__________, wash your hands.
__________, collect what you need.
__________, follow the first step.
__________, check your work.
__________, clean up.
First
Then
After that
Finally
Choose ie or ei to complete each word. Remember that words after c often use ei when the sound is like “ee”.
re__ve
receive
Find the punctuation problem in each sentence and say it correctly.
My brother lives in melbourne.
My brother lives in Melbourne.
Underline the extra information between the commas.
a) Ava, my next-door neighbour, walks to school.
Underline my next-door neighbour.
Today: Which statement uses the correct present tense?
A. We eat lunch. B. We will eat lunch.
We eat lunch.
Number the parts 1–4 to show the best order for a short job application letter.
_____ I look forward to hearing from you.
_____ I have worked in shops before and have helped customers and used a cash register.
_____ I am writing about the retail assistant job advertised by your company.
_____ I believe I am suitable for the job because I have retail experience.
____4_I look forward to hearing from you.
____3_ I have worked in shops before and have helped customers and used a cash register.
____1_ I am writing about the retail assistant job advertised by your company.
____2_ I believe I am suitable for the job because I have retail experience.
Say the correct plural. Add s or es?
hero
es = heroes
Identify the sentence(s) that uses punctuation correctly.
☐ The manager asked where the report was?
☐ The manager asked where the report was.
☐ Are the results ready?
☐ Are the results ready.
☐ What an impressive performance!
☐ What an impressive performance?
☑ The manager asked where the report was.
☑ Are the results ready?
☑ What an impressive performance!
Add a comma where a clear pause separates the final information.
a) The rain became heavier flooding the path.
The rain became heavier, flooding the path.
Identify the correct verb that agrees with the subject.
Each participant (complete / completes) a short review.
completes
Say A, B or C beside the purpose. A = introduction,
B = content, C = conclusion.
_____ Gives details and develops the topic.
B
Add the suffix and say it. Remember: a silent e is often dropped before a suffix beginning with a vowel.
separate
ing = separating
Identify the suitable end punctuation to the words being spoken.
The coach shouted, "Move back ___"
The coach shouted, "Move back."
Add a comma before the joining word only when it connects two complete ideas.
a) I wanted to stay but I had another appointment.
I wanted to stay, but I had another appointment.
Say the sentence in the future tense without changing its main meaning.
I am completing the application.
I will complete the application.
The writer is planning an article about cycling. Identify P for pro or C for con.
_____ A bike can be quick for short trips.
P
The notice below contains FIVE spelling errors. Say them out loud.
Please remmember to complete the maintenence form before leaving the workshop. Check that all equiptment is stored safely and that the area is accessable. Report any dammage to your supervisor.
remember
maintenance
equipment
accessible
damage
Correct the punctuation so the ideas are clear and accurate.
Training for a fun run takes planning you need a realistic schedule how often can you train remember to include rest days don't try to do too much too quickly
Training for a fun run takes planning. You need a realistic schedule. How often can you train? Remember to include rest days. Don't try to do too much too quickly.
Add commas to introduce or interrupt direct speech where needed.
a) The supervisor said “Please submit the form today.”
a) The supervisor said, “Please submit the form today.”
Correct the passage so tense changes occur only when the time changes.
Last month our class begins a community project. We collected information and interview local residents. Next week we presented our findings to the group.
Last month our class began a community project. We collected information and interviewed local residents. Next week we will present our findings to the group.
Identify introduction, content or conclusion beside the extract.
“Let me start by explaining why learning to drive matters to me.”
Introduction