Grammar starter

1. The sentences below each have an error. The errors are underlined. Write the correction on the line underneath, making sure the verb matches the tense.

E.G. Yesterday, I have the chance to play for my local team.         .........had................

Our local café makes great cakes. We like to sit and ate them on a Saturday.

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The children are going to a shopping centre tomorrow and they had bought some new toys.

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I am putting on my shoes and I will have been for a walk in the park right now!          

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2. Write a short question beginning with the words below.

Why would __________________________________________________  2 marks

 

3. Underline the subordinate clause in each sentence below.

E.G. The dog, which was brown, growled at the cat.

Susan had a cat, which always purred.

When I grow up, I want to be a vet.

Sammy, who was nearly asleep, curled up in the chair.                                          2 marks

4. Put Ratty’s words into direct speech.

Ratty said he hoped it would be sunny later.

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_________________________________________________________   2 marks

 

Total marks (out of 7) =         .