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4. 50p
Question Marks
Start

5. Tick the sentence that must end with a question mark.
Tick one.
Ask your teacher for help
When will the show finish
I didn’t know how many there were
When I get home, I will do my homework
1 mark
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6. Tick the sentence that must end with a question mark.
Tick one.
I don’t know how he did it
When I asked, there were none left
I need to ask for advice
How could that be possible
1 mark
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7. Tick one box to show where a question mark should go in this sentence.
Have you ever thought about the different birds which live in your back garden
1 mark
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8. ? Write a correctly punctuated question beginning with the word below.
When
1 mark
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9. Tick the sentence that must end with a question mark.
Tick one.
It is our turn now isn’t it
Please complete all the questions
He thought he knew the answer
Nobody was sure what had happened
1 mark
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10. Tick one box to show where a question mark should go in this sentence.
Sophie asked ‘Do you like my new bag’ when she saw me
1 mark
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11. £10,000
Determiners
Start

12. Circle all the determiners in the sentence below.
Three of my friends each gave me an idea for the group project.
1 mark
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13. Tick each sentence that contains a determiner.
You will need to bring some spare clothes.
We tried both activities during the week.
Everyone played football after school.
I don’t normally like those apples.
1 mark
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14. Underline all the determiners in the sentence below.
We didn’t want any ice cream after eating four sausages each.
1 mark
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15. £50
Prefixes and Suffixes
Start

16. (press spacebar to reveal answer)
Draw a line to match each prefix to the correct word so that it makes a new word.
Prefix
Word bi
mobile im
legitimate il
lingual de
compose
1 mark
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17. The Himalayas contains many mountains, but Mount Everest is the
Tick one box to show which word has the correct suffix to complete the sentence below.
The Himalayas contains many mountains, but Mount Everest is the
in the world.
Tick one.
higher
highest
highly
highness
1 mark
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18. (press spacebar to reveal answer)
Draw a line to match each word to the correct suffix so that it makes a new word.
Word
Suffix
pleasant
ing
stand al
hope ly
accident
fully
1 mark
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19. It was clear from the scribbles inside that the library book had been
Tick one box to show which word has the correct prefix to complete the sentence below.
It was clear from the scribbles inside that the library book had been
by the previous owner
Tick one.
misused
reused
unused
overused
1 mark
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20. Tick one box to explain the meaning of the underlined word.
He had predetermined his answer to the job offer.
Tick one.
made a decision
discussed with friends
decided beforehand
turned down
1 mark
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21. un im il mis Add a prefix to each word to give it an opposite meaning.
pleasant
probable
legible
understanding im il
mis
1 mark
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22. Contains both a prefix and a suffix
Tick one box in each row to show if the words contain a prefix, suffix or both a prefix and suffix.
Word
Contains a prefix
Contains a suffix
Contains both a prefix and a suffix
disengage
unavoidable
musician
reapplication
1 mark
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23. £10
Commas
Start

24. Tick one box to show where a comma should go in this sentence.
Although it was only his first day Sam knew his way round the building.
1 mark
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25. Write a sentence that lists all of the information given in the box below.
Remember to punctuate your answer correctly.
Packing List
Waterproof coat
Tent and tent pegs
Sleeping bag (with cover)
Pillow
You will need to pack a waterproof coat, a tent and tent pegs, a sleeping bag (with cover) and a pillow.
1 mark
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26. Explain how the use of commas changes the meaning in the two sentences.
“It’s time for us to eat, Grandpa!”
“It’s time for us to eat Grandpa!”
The first sentence shows that the person speaking is speaking to Grandpa. The second sentence suggests Grandpa is going to be eaten.
1 mark
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27. Which sentence has been punctuated correctly?
Tick one.
This door, should not be used unless in an emergency.
This door should not be, used unless in an emergency.
This door should not be used, unless in an emergency.
This door should not be used unless, in an emergency.
1 mark
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28. , Insert a comma in the correct place in the sentence below.
The ingredients for toad in the hole are eggs, flour a small amount of milk and sausages.
1 mark
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29. Explain how the use of commas changes the meaning in the two sentences.
The children who have been taught French this year passed the maths test.
The children, who have been taught French this year, passed the maths test.
The first sentence suggests only the children who have been taught French passed the maths test. The second sentence suggests all the children passed the maths test and were also taught French.
1 mark
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30. £1
Apostrophes
Start

31. wasn’t Write the contracted form of the underlined words in the box.
The film was not finished.
wasn’t
1 mark
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32. Which sentence uses an apostrophe correctly?
Tick one.
The professors’ invention saved many animals.
The professors invention saved many animal’s.
The professor’s invention saved many animals.
The professors invention saved many animals’.
1 mark
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33. Apostrophe used for omission Apostrophe used for possession
Tick one box in each row to show if the apostrophe in the underlined word has been used for omission or possession.
Sentence
Apostrophe used for omission
Apostrophe used for possession
Tim’s the best at drawing faces.
That picture is Sarah’s.
I’ve already bought her present.
Grandma’s birthday is next week.
1 mark
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34. The apostrophe has been used because the word ‘is’ has been omitted.
Explain why an apostrophe has been used in each sentence.
The paintbrushes have been left in Mr Holdman’s classroom.
The apostrophe has been used to show the classroom belongs to Mr Holdman.
Mr Holdman’s in charge of handing out the paintbrushes.
The apostrophe has been used because the word ‘is’ has been omitted.
1 mark
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35. ‘ Insert an apostrophe in the correct place in the sentence below.
After everyone had shared their ideas, the groups leader wrote them on two pieces of paper.
1 mark
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36. you’ll You’ve wouldn’t we’d
Replace the underlined words in these sentences with their contraction.
You have got to hurry up or you will be late.
We would not have been late if we had seen the time.
you’ll
You’ve
wouldn’t
we’d
1 mark
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37. 10p
Full Stops
Start

38. Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
Tick one.
Georgina does not like blue. She prefers green.
Georgina does not like blue! She prefers green.
Georgina does not like blue, she prefers green.
Georgina does not like blue? She prefers green.
1 mark
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39. . Insert a full stop in the correct place in the text below.
I organised a surprise party for Jenny (who was turning twelve) .
1 mark
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40. . Insert a full stop in the correct place in the text below.
‘ Now the tour is over you are free to leave ’ .
1 mark
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41. Exclamations, Questions and Statements
£1,000
Exclamations, Questions and Statements
Start

42. Draw lines to match each sentence with their most suitable punctuation mark.
Use each punctuation mark once.
Sentence
Punctuation Mark . ? !
Stay out of the kitchen
Are you cooking dinner tonight
The oven has been preheated
1 mark
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43. He switched the light off Have you changed the lightbulb
Tick one box to show which of these sentences should end with an exclamation mark.
Tick one.
Turn that light out
He switched the light off
Have you changed the lightbulb
That lightbulb is broken
1 mark
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44. Tick one box to show which of these sentences is a statement.
Is that a new bag?
Hold my bag!
She placed her bag under the table.
That’s my bag isn’t it?
1 mark
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45. £10,000
Pronouns
Start

46. Circle all the pronouns in this sentence.
We picked up all of our rubbish before leaving Kew Gardens.
1 mark
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47. What does the word most refer to in the passage below?
Traditionally, children’s toys were wooden. However today, most are made from plastic.
Tick one.
plastics
children
toys
wood
1 mark
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48. Underline the possessive pronoun in the sentence below.
Harry handed out Christmas cards to all of his friends.
1 mark
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49. Underline the relative pronoun in the sentence below.
My best friend is Jenny, who likes horse-riding.
1 mark
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50. Choose the correct relative pronoun to complete this sentence.
On the school trip we visited Warwick Castle, is over one thousand years old.
Tick one.
who
that
whichever
which
1 mark
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51. mine yours his hers theirs ours
Complete the sentence below with a possessive pronoun.
mine
That house is
yours
his
hers
theirs
ours
1 mark
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52. Replace the underlined word in this sentence with a possessive pronoun.
Are you going to Ashley’s party?
her/his
1 mark
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53. her Replace the underlined word in this sentence with a pronoun.
I handed the leaflet to Melanie.
her
1 mark
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54. Standard English and Formality£5
Standard English and Formality
Start

55. I me me Complete each sentence below, using I or me.
Although it wasn’t what we expected, Sally and _____ enjoyed it.
I asked my teacher to help _____ with the homework.
Dad asked Jenny and _____ to do the washing up. me me
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56. I did / done five questions last night.
Circle one verb in each underlined pair to complete the sentences using Standard English.
I did / done five questions last night.
We’ve did / done really well this year.
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57. (press spacebar to reveal answer)
Circle one word in each underlined pair to make this passage more formal.
The restaurant had loads of / various dishes to choose from. I selected / picked a meal from the vegetarian menu which was yummy / delicious.
1 mark
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58. £10,000
Word
Families
Start

59. Complete the sentence with a noun formed form the verb achieve.
achievement
Coming second in the race was an excellent ____________ for John.
1 mark
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60. curly/curled young/youthful heroic joyful enthusiastic
Complete the table below by adding a suffix to each noun to make an adjective.
Noun
Adjective
curl
curly/curled
youth
young/youthful
hero
heroic
joy
joyful
enthusiasm
enthusiastic
1 mark
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61. What does the root ex mean in the word family below?
excavate exhale extract
Tick one.
under
out
between
breathe
1 mark
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62. We’re taking the dogs for a walk.
Write a sentence using the word walk as a noun.
We’re taking the dogs for a walk.
Write a sentence using the word walk as a verb.
You should walk sensibly around school.
1 mark
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63. Complete the sentence with an adjective formed form the verb play.
playful
The puppy was mischievous and ___________.
1 mark
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64. £500
Clauses
Start

65. Jose visits the pool three times a week so she can practice.
Tick one box in each row to show whether the underlined clause is a main clause or a subordinate clause.
Sentence
Main
clause
Subordinate clause
Jose, who is ten years old, has been taking swimming lessons for five years.
Jose visits the pool three times a week so she can practice.
Jose started swimming lessons when she was five.
1 mark
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66. Tick one box to show which part of the sentence is a relative clause.
Fred handed the pile of paperwork to George, who would know what to do with it. c
1 mark
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67. (press spacebar to reveal answer)
Tick one box to show which part of the sentence is a subordinate clause.
Cheese is my favourite food, followed closely by chocolate, but I don’t like stilton. c
1 mark
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68. The dogs, who were wagging their tails, ate the food.
Rewrite the sentence below, adding a subordinate clause.
Remember to punctuate your sentence correctly.
The dogs ate the food.
The dogs, who were wagging their tails, ate the food.
The dogs ate the food as soon as I gave it to them.
Just before we left, the dogs ate the food.
1 mark
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69. We parked the car outside the house where the party was being held.
Tick one box to show how the underlined words are used in the sentence.
We parked the car outside the house where the party was being held.
Tick one.
as a main clause
as a preposition phrase
as a relative clause
as an adverbial phrase
1 mark
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70. I knew what she was going to say as soon as she opened her mouth.
Tick one box to show how the underlined words are used in the sentence.
I knew what she was going to say as soon as she opened her mouth.
Tick one.
as a main clause
as a subordinate clause
as a relative clause
as a noun phrase
1 mark
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71. £35,000
Modal Verbs
Start

72. Underline all of the modal verbs in the passage below.
You should see this new film! I saw it yesterday but I could watch it again. It might be best if we book our tickets in advance though as it may be popular.
1 mark
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73. Modal verb indicates certainty Modal verb indicates possibility
Tick one box in each row to show how the modal verb affects the meaning of the sentence.
Sentence
Modal verb indicates certainty
Modal verb indicates possibility
It might be quicker to travel by train.
You will arrive at the station before 12 o’clock.
You could book your train ticket online.
John can meet you at the train station.
1 mark
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74. Tick one box to show which sentence contains a modal verb.
That was an impressive goal!
They have wanted to win the league for years.
I am sitting very close to the front row.
We must buy tickets to the next home game.
1 mark
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75. £200,000
Semicolons
And Colons
Start

76. : Insert a colon in the correct place in the sentence below.
You can choose between three sandwich fillings cheese and pickle, ham or tuna mayonnaise. :
1 mark
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77. Tick one box to show which sentence has been punctuated correctly.
My brother loves staying inside, my sister prefers spending time outside.
My brother loves staying inside; my sister prefers spending time outside.
My brother loves staying inside (my sister prefers spending time outside.)
My brother, loves staying inside, my sister, prefers spending time outside.
1 mark
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78. What is the function of the colon in the sentence below?
I took part in two activities at the adventure camp: archery and rock climbing.
Tick one.
to introduce a noun phrase
to introduce a subordinate clause
to introduce a list
to introduce an extra piece of information
1 mark
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79. What is the name of the punctuation mark used between the two main clauses below?
Joseph was in charge of making the sandwiches; everyone, including the children, loved the choice of fillings (chicken tikka, ham and cheese).
semicolon
1 mark
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80. Parenthesis And Hyphens
£75,000
Parenthesis
And Hyphens
Start

81. Insert a pair of brackets in the correct place in the sentence below.(
The tour stopped at three destinations Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey before finishing. )
1 mark
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82. Tick one box to show which sentence has been punctuated correctly.
A flock of sparrows - some of them babies - flew away.
A flock of sparrows - some of them - babies flew away.
A flock - of sparrows some of them babies - flew away.
A flock of sparrows some - of them babies flew - away.
1 mark
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83. Tick one box to show which sentence has been punctuated correctly.
A man-eating shark swam far away.
A man eating shark swam far away.
A man eating-shark swam far away.
A man-eating-shark swam far away.
1 mark
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84. What is the name of the punctuation mark used between the two main clauses below?
Sarah, who is in year nine, takes part in many team sports – she has been captain of the netball team for two years.
dash
1 mark
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85. £750
Conjunctions
Start

86. Subordinating conjunction Coordinating conjunction
Tick one box in each row to show if the underlined word is a subordinating conjunction or a coordinating conjunction.
Sentence
Subordinating conjunction
Coordinating conjunction
Peter likes to go fishing so he goes every weekend.
Peter will teach me to fish if I go with him next time.
I don’t have my own fishing rod nor do I know how to fish.
1 mark
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87. Circle all the conjunctions in the sentences below.
Although we hadn’t been there long, I could already tell the holiday would be fun.
My little brother wanted to go on the biggest slide once we arrived at the water park.
I like swimming a lot but my favourite holiday activity is hiking.
1 mark
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88. It is important to do homework after school.
Tick one box to show which sentence contains a coordinating conjunction.
Tick one.
It is important to do homework after school.
We can eat dinner now or we can wait until Mum gets home.
My library book is due back on Friday, however I returned it today.
Mr Jones is in charge of choir, although he ran basketball club last year.
1 mark
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89. £100
Synonyms and Antonyms
Start

90. Circle the two words in this sentence that are synonyms of each other.
The recipe was easy to follow because the list of ingredients was simple.
1 mark
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91. Draw lines to match each word to its antonym.
united
similar
diverse
expose
adamant
opposed
conceal
uncertain
1 mark
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92. Tick one box to show a synonym to the underlined word in the sentence.
The eagle began to soar in circles.
Tick one.
fall
spin
fly
dive
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93. The condition of the building had begun to deteriorate.
Tick one box to show an antonym to the underlined word in the sentence.
The condition of the building had begun to deteriorate.
Tick one.
collapse
decorate
decline
improve
1 mark
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94. Subject, Verb and Object
25p
Subject, Verb
and Object
Start

95. Circle the subject in each of these sentences.
Simon plays football on Saturdays.
That house was built by David.
Sarah and Jessica wrapped the present.
We walked home.
1 mark
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96. S V O Label the subject, object and verb in this sentence.
Jamie plays clarinet. S V O
1 mark
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97. Underline the verbs in the passage below.
Located in the centre of town, the cake factory produces five flavours of icing. People appear to love the chocolate icing; in fact, in a recent survey, it was the top choice.
1 mark
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98. Tick one box to show which word is the object of the sentence.
Harry gave the present to Simon.
Tick one.
Harry
gave
present
Simon
1 mark
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99. Active and Passive Voice
£250,000
Active and
Passive Voice
Start

100. I was bumped into by Jenny. I was bumped into.
Rewrite this sentence so it is in the passive voice.
Jenny bumped into me.
I was bumped into by Jenny.
I was bumped into.
1 mark
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101. We were surprised by the new menu.
Rewrite this sentence so that it is in the passive voice.
The new menu surprised us.
We were surprised by the new menu.
1 mark
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102. Sentence Active voice Passive voice
Tick one box to show if the sentence is written in the active or passive voice.
Sentence
Active voice
Passive voice
The corridor light was left switched on.
Many people told me about the show.
We were warned by the tour guide to wear wellies.
Nobody held the door for me when my hands were full.
1 mark
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103. Underline the part of the sentence that is in passive voice.
After the fete was finished, I helped put away the tables that had been left out.
1 mark
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104. Grandma gave me the present.
Rewrite this sentence so it is in the active voice.
The present was given to me by Grandma.
Grandma gave me the present.
1 mark
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105. 1p
Capital Letters
Start

106. Circle each word in this sentence which should have a capital letter.
amy is going to germany in july to visit berlin. she will be staying with her grandmother.
1 mark
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107. Tick one box to show which sentence is punctuated correctly.
author Joanne Rowling is best known for her books about Harry Potter and his adventures at hogwarts.
Author joanne Rowling is best known for her books about harry potter and his adventures at Hogwarts.
Author Joanne Rowling is best known for her books about Harry Potter and his adventures at Hogwarts.
1 mark
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108. £20,000
Progressive
Tense
Start

109. We were eating strawberries.
Rewrite this sentence so it is in the past progressive.
We ate strawberries.
We were eating strawberries.
1 mark
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110. (press spacebar to reveal answer)
Underline the part of this sentence which is written in the present progressive.
Hailey likes bowling so much she goes every week and is always talking about it.
1 mark
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111. Underline the past progressive in the sentence below.
After finding out the homework was due tomorrow, I was worrying about getting it finished before I went swimming.
1 mark
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112. Everybody was told to stand up.
Tick one box to show which sentence has been written in the past progressive.
Tick one.
Everybody was told to stand up.
I like going to breakfast club before school.
He did his homework on time.
We were hoping to win the competition.
1 mark
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113. Sentence Present Progressive Present tense
Tick one box to show if the sentence is written in the present progressive or present tense.
Sentence
Present Progressive
Present tense
I am watching my brother play rugby.
I have two brothers.
We like watching rugby games every week.
They are waiting for the match to be over.
1 mark
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114. Underline the part of the sentence that is in past progressive.
I felt pleased when I discovered that most of the class were planning to vote for me in the school council elections.
1 mark
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115. We are playing with skipping ropes at break time.
Rewrite this sentence so it is in the present progressive.
We play with skipping ropes at break time.
We are playing with skipping ropes at break time.
1 mark
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116. Tick one box to show which sentence contains the present progressive.
I like playing football.
Everybody is invited.
We are joining the local library.
You are first on the list.
1 mark
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117. £5,000
Prepositions
Start

118. Subordinating conjunction
Tick one box in each row to show whether the underlined word is a preposition or a subordinating conjunction.
Sentence
Preposition
Subordinating conjunction
We have been looking forward to this day since Friday.
It will be my turn after Stephanie has finished.
Nobody wanted to take part until the prize was mentioned.
1 mark
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119. as a prepositional phrase as a subordinate clause
Tick one box to show the function of the underlined part of this sentence.
We were surprised to be going through to the finals after the performance.
Tick one.
as a relative clause
as a main clause
as a prepositional phrase
as a subordinate clause
1 mark
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120. Circle the preposition in the sentence below.
“Put the biscuits back in the cupboard before I eat the whole packet!” said Mum.
1 mark
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121. Tick the box next to any sentence containing a preposition.
Tick one.
He did the homework after school.
We played football until dinner.
We will go shopping before Jeremy leaves.
She is hiding behind the tree.
1 mark
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122. Subjunctive and Perfect
£100,000
Subjunctive and Perfect
Start

123. were Complete the sentence below so it uses the subjunctive form.
If he to practice everyday, he would improve.
1 mark
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124. Underline the subjunctive form in the passage below.
You are not required to attend all of the sessions in the day but we ask that you be present for the final speech of the afternoon.
1 mark
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125. Underline the verb form that is in the present perfect.
My class did a topic on Peru last term. I have wanted to visit Machu Picchu ever since learning about it and I know lots of members of my class feel the same way.
1 mark
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126. Tick one box to show which sentence contains the present perfect.
We were reading the last chapter.
He has read the whole series already.
After reading the ending, I felt sad.
Would you like to read this after me?
1 mark
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127. Noun and Adverbial Phrases
£2,000
Noun and Adverbial Phrases
Start

128. Underline the longest possible noun phrase in this sentence below.
I nearly tripped over the chair with the broken leg.
1 mark
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129. The young boy ran as fast as he could. During PE, the young boy ran.
Rewrite this sentence, adding an adverbial phrase. Make sure to punctuate your sentence correctly.
The young boy ran.
The young boy ran as fast as he could.
During PE, the young boy ran.
The young boy ran with green trainers on.
1 mark
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130. Sentence Adverbial phrase Subordinate clause
Tick one box to show if the underlined part of the sentence is an adverbial phrase or a subordinate clause.
Sentence
Adverbial phrase
Subordinate clause
With a fearful expression, the girl ran as fast as she could.
I handed the books out, making sure to keep mine out.
Unfortunately for us, we were selected to go last.
The enormous whale swam towards the helpless krill.
1 mark
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131. Underline the longest possible noun phrase in the sentence below.
Jeremy removed the brand new, shiny flute from its red case.
1 mark
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132. £15,000
Commands
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133. Underline the command in this sentence below.
Help Mr Parsons carry that heavy bag.
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134. Tidy the pencil pots. Rewrite this sentence as a command.
I would like you to tidy the pencil pots.
Tidy the pencil pots.
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135. Tick a box next to each sentence that contains a command.
Answer the phone, please.
You can sit down now.
Stop what you are doing.
Don’t leave without taking a letter.
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136. Speech and Inverted Commas
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Speech and Inverted Commas
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137. Mary said, ‘I can’t attend homework club,’
Rewrite the sentence below using direct speech. Make sure to punctuate your sentence correctly.
Mary told the teacher she couldn’t attend homework club.
Mary said, ‘I can’t attend homework club,’
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138. Toby asked how many pages we should read.
Rewrite this sentence using reported speech. Make sure to punctuate your sentence correctly.
‘How many pages should we read?’ asked Toby.
Toby asked how many pages we should read.
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139. He asked me, ‘Would you like to join in?’
Rewrite the sentence below using direct speech. Make sure to punctuate your sentence correctly.
He asked if I would like to join in.
He asked me, ‘Would you like to join in?’
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140. £200
Adjective and Adverbs
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141. Sentence Adverb Adjective
Tick one box to show if the underlined part of the sentence is an adverb or an adjective.
Sentence
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Adjective
That is my old laptop.
The flight landed early.
We went for a long walk.
He climbed high to the top of the tree.
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142. Underline the adverb in the sentence below.
We have travelled far to reach our exciting destination.
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143. Underline the adjective in this sentence.
The gripping story kept me entertained for hours.
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144. Categories 1 question marks (50p) 2 determiners (£10,000)
3 prefixes and suffixes (£50)
4 commas (in a sentence, in a list (bullet points) and to avoid ambiguity) (£10)
5 apostrophes for omission and possession (£1)
6 full stops (10p)
7 exclamations, questions and statements(£1,000)
8 pronouns (incl possessive and relative pronouns) (£3,000)
9 standard English and formality (£5)
10 word families (noun to verb to adjective and root words) (£50,000)
11 relative clause/main clause/subordinate clause (£500)
12 modal verbs (£35,000)
13 semi colons and colons (between independent clauses and to introduce a list) (£200,000)
14 parenthesis (dashes and brackets) and hyphens (to avoid ambiguity) (£75,000)
15 conjunctions (£750)
16 synonyms and antonyms (£100)
17 prepositions (£5,000)
18 subject verb object (25p)
19 active and passive voice (£250,000)
20 capital letters (1p)
21 progressive tense (£20,000)
22 tense of verbs, subjunctive and perfect (£100,000)
24 noun and adverbial phrases (£2,000)
23 commands (£15,000)
25 direct and reported speech and inverted commas (£250)
26 adjectives and adverbs (£200)