Identifying Simple Predicates
A Grade 6 ELA worksheet focused on identifying simple predicates in sentences, aligning with CCSS standards.
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Identifying Simple Predicates
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Read each sentence carefully. Identify the simple predicate (the main verb or verb phrase) and follow the instructions for each section.
Underline the simple predicate in each sentence.
1. The quick brown fox over the lazy dog.
2. My best friend a new book every week.
3. The students quietly during the test.
4. Birds in the early morning.
5. She an amazing painting.
Choose the correct simple predicate for each sentence.
6. The old house stood on a hill.
house
stood
old house
on a hill
Determine if the underlined word is the simple predicate of the sentence.
7. The dog <span style="text-decoration: underline;">barked</span> loudly at the mailman.
True
False
8. Write two sentences. In the first sentence, underline the simple predicate. In the second sentence, circle the simple predicate.