Sentence Starters Practice - Grade 5 ELA
A Grade 5 ELA worksheet focusing on using various sentence starters to improve writing fluency and sentence structure.
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Sentence Starters Practice
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Read each section carefully and follow the instructions to complete the activities. This worksheet will help you practice using different sentence starters to make your writing more interesting and varied.
Use the transition words in the word bank to complete the sentences below. Each word can only be used once.
1. , I brushed my teeth and got dressed for school.
2. The weather forecast predicted rain; , we decided to bring umbrellas.
3. She wanted to go to the park; , her friend wanted to stay home.
4. Studying regularly helps you learn; , it prepares you for tests.
Rewrite each sentence twice, using a different sentence starter for each new sentence. Make sure the meaning stays the same.
1. The cat chased the mouse quickly.
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2. I love to read books about adventures.
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b)
Choose the best sentence starter to fit the meaning of each sentence.
1. the bell rang, the students rushed out of the classroom.
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Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) describing your favorite season. Use at least three different sentence starters from the list below or ones you know.
Sentence Starter Ideas: 'During...', 'When...', 'Because...', 'Although...', 'Finally...', 'Suddenly...'