Grammar Worksheet · Grades 7–9
Elliptical Clauses Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 7-9 on elliptical clauses. Students learn how a clause can leave out words the reader can still understand from context, 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
Elliptical Clauses, clauses
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
An elliptical clause is a clause in which one or more understood words are left out to avoid repeating them, as in She is taller than he (is). This worksheet teaches how ellipsis trims a sentence without losing meaning, 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 Phrases and Clauses and Adverb Clauses 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 Phrases and Clauses Worksheet for more practice.
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Elliptical Clauses Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 7-9 on elliptical clauses. Students learn how a clause can leave out words the reader can still understand from context, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short questions. An illustration and complete answer key are included.
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