Print Grammar and sentences · Year 4 English

Question 1

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that gives a reason: We moved indoors ____ the storm was approaching.

because
before
although
unless

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Question 2

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that means at the same time: I held the funnel ____ Leo poured the water.

because
after
while
unless

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Question 3

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that puts packing first: ____ we packed the tent, we began the walk home.

Unless
Although
Before
After

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Question 4

time cause and condition · core

Choose the conjunction that means except if: We will walk to school ____ it rains heavily.

because
after
unless
while

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Question 5

time cause and condition · core

Choose the conjunction that shows an unexpected contrast: ____ the track was steep, Ava reached the top.

Because
If
Although
Before

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Question 6

time cause and condition · core

Choose the conjunction that gives a condition: You may use the library computer ____ you have permission.

after
because
while
if

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Question 7

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that explains why: The plant wilted ____ it had not been watered.

because
until
while
although

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Question 8

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that names a stopping point: Wait here ____ the lights turn green.

because
until
unless
although

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Question 9

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that puts washing first: Wash your hands ____ you prepare the food.

after
because
before
although

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Question 10

time cause and condition · support

Choose the conjunction that marks a time: The crowd cheered ____ the runner crossed the finish line.

when
although
unless
because of

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Question 11

time cause and condition · core

Which joining word makes a complex sentence giving a reason? The bird sheltered ____ the wind was strong.

because
and
or
but

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Question 12

time cause and condition · core

Which sentence says the lights went out first?

Before the lights went out, we found a torch.
We found a torch before the power failed.
After the lights went out, we found a torch.
We found a torch while the lights were still on.

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Question 13

time cause and condition · core

Which sentence says the two actions overlapped in time?

Mia read the recipe before Arun weighed the flour.
Arun weighed the flour once Mia had finished reading.
Mia read the recipe after Arun weighed the flour.
While Mia read the recipe, Arun weighed the flour.

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Question 14

time cause and condition · core

Which sentence makes drying the paint a condition for hanging the picture?

Although the paint was wet, we hung the picture.
The paint dried after we hung the picture.
We hung the picture and the paint was wet.
If the paint is dry, we can hang the picture.

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Question 15

time cause and condition · support

Choose the connective showing the next step: First fold the paper. ____, press the crease flat.

Instead
Otherwise
However
Next

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Question 16

time cause and condition · core

Choose the connective that introduces a different result from the expected one: The path was muddy. ____, our boots stayed dry.

Therefore
Next
For example
However

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Question 17

time cause and condition · core

Choose the connective showing a result: The tap was left running. ____, the bucket overflowed.

Meanwhile
For example
As a result
In contrast

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Question 18

time cause and condition · core

Choose the connective that means at the same time: The adults prepared lunch. ____, the children set the table.

Eventually
Instead
Meanwhile
Therefore

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Question 19

time cause and condition · core

Choose the connective introducing an example: Many animals are active at night. ____, possums often feed after dark.

As a result
Beforehand
Nevertheless
For example

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Question 20

time cause and condition · support

Choose the connective showing the final step: Stir the batter and pour it into the tin. ____, place the tin in the oven.

Meanwhile
Earlier
Finally
Instead

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Question 21

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which part can stand alone as a complete sentence in: Although it was cold, we ate outside?

Although it was cold
was cold
Although it
we ate outside

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Question 22

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which is the dependent clause in: We took a shortcut because we were late?

because we were late
took a shortcut
we were late
We took a shortcut

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Question 23

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which is the independent clause in: When the bell rang, everyone lined up?

lined up
When the bell
When the bell rang
everyone lined up

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Question 24

independent and dependent clauses · support

Which group of words is a complete sentence?

The puppy slept beside the heater.
While the puppy slept.
Because the puppy was tired.
After the puppy's walk.

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Question 25

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which addition completes the fragment: Before the visitors arrived, ____?

after the door opened
because the room was empty
we arranged the chairs
while the clock ticked

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Question 26

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which addition completes the fragment: Although the box looked small, ____?

before we opened it
because it was cardboard
while we watched
it held twelve books

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Question 27

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which sentence contains a dependent clause giving a reason?

We wore hats and carried water.
Our hats were wide and colourful.
The bright sun shone above our hats.
We wore hats because the sun was bright.

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Question 28

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which sentence is complex, with a dependent time clause?

When the tide fell, we explored the rocks.
The tide fell and we explored the rocks.
We explored the wet, slippery rocks.
The tide was low and calm.

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Question 29

independent and dependent clauses · core

Which word makes this clause dependent: unless the coach calls?

unless
the
calls
coach

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Question 30

independent and dependent clauses · extension

Which independent clause best completes the meaning: If the rope breaks, ____?

the bucket will fall
because the bucket is heavy
while we hold it
unless the bucket falls

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Question 31

independent and dependent clauses · extension

Which option combines these ideas into a complex sentence without changing their cause: The floor was wet. I slipped.

Although I slipped, the floor became wet.
I slipped and the floor dried.
I slipped because the floor was wet.
The floor was wet because I slipped.

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Question 32

independent and dependent clauses · extension

Which option keeps the same meaning as: Because the gate was locked, we used another entrance?

The gate was locked because we used another entrance.
We used another entrance because the gate was locked.
We used another entrance before the gate was locked.
We locked the gate after using another entrance.

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Question 33

independent and dependent clauses · extension

Which option keeps the same meaning as: Before we left, we checked the windows?

We left while someone else checked the windows.
We checked the windows after we left.
We left before checking the windows.
We checked the windows before we left.

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Question 34

independent and dependent clauses · extension

Which clause tells why in: Since the bridge was closed, the bus took a different route?

Since the bridge was closed
the bus took a different route
a different route
the bridge

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Question 35

independent and dependent clauses · extension

Which sentence needs an independent clause added to complete it?

We watched the painters work.
The painters cleaned their brushes.
The painters worked carefully.
While the painters cleaned their brushes.

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Question 36

editing for clear meaning · core

Which edit completes the sentence: Because the lid was loose?

Add: very loose.
Add: and because the jar was full.
Add: the paint spilled.
Delete lid.

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Question 37

editing for clear meaning · core

Which edit best connects these ideas as cause and result: The battery was flat. The torch would not work?

The battery was flat before the torch was yellow.
The torch would not work because the battery was flat.
The torch would not work but the battery was full.
The battery was flat although the torch would not work.

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