Grammar Worksheet · Grades 7–9
Cleft Sentences Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 7-9 on cleft sentences. Students learn how a cleft sentence splits one idea into two parts to stress what matters, as in It was Maria who called, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short questions. An illustration and complete answer key are included.
Subject
Grammar
Grades
Grades 7–9
Skill Focus
Cleft Sentences, sentence structure
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A cleft sentence splits one idea into two clauses so a writer can emphasize a particular part, as in It was Maria who called instead of Maria called. This worksheet teaches the it-cleft and what-cleft patterns, with an illustration.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines eight terms with examples. Section A has eight clue-matching items. Section B on page 2 has four short questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Sentence Variety and Active and Passive Voice worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the terms.
Match each clue to a term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Sentence Variety Worksheet for more practice.
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Cleft Sentences Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 7-9 on cleft sentences. Students learn how a cleft sentence splits one idea into two parts to stress what matters, as in It was Maria who called, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short questions. An illustration and complete answer key are included.
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