Past Simple 'Be' Worksheet
A Grade 5 ELA worksheet focusing on the correct usage of the past simple form of the verb 'to be' (was/were) in sentences.
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Past Simple 'Be' Practice
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will help you practice using the past simple form of the verb 'to be' (was/were).
Complete the sentences with 'was' or 'were'.
1. Yesterday, I at the park.
2. They very happy to see us.
3. The weather cloudy this morning.
4. My friends playing soccer.
5. She tired after a long day.
Choose the correct past simple form of 'to be' for each sentence.
6. We excited about the field trip.
was
were
is
are
7. My dog sleeping on the couch.
was
were
is
are
Read each sentence. Decide if the usage of 'was' or 'were' is correct. Mark True or False.
8. My sister and I was at the beach last summer.
True
False
9. You were very quiet during the movie.
True
False
10. Write two sentences about what you did last weekend. Make sure to use 'was' or 'were' correctly in each sentence.
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