Grammar Worksheet · Grades 5–8
Lose vs Loose Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 5-8 on the commonly confused words lose and loose. Students learn that lose is a verb meaning to misplace or not win and loose is an adjective meaning not tight, then complete eight fill-in items and four short questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Grammar
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
Lose vs Loose, word usage
Lesson Length
25 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
Lose and loose are mixed up because of their spelling, but they sound and work differently. This worksheet teaches that lose is a verb (to misplace or not win) and loose is an adjective (not tight).
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains the rule with examples. Section A has eight fill-in-the-blank items. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with other commonly confused words worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and the lose/loose rule.
Fill in lose or loose for each item 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 Then vs Than Worksheet for more confused words.
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Lose vs Loose Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 5-8 on the commonly confused words lose and loose. Students learn that lose is a verb meaning to misplace or not win and loose is an adjective meaning not tight, then complete eight fill-in items and four short questions. A complete answer key is included.
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