Grammar Worksheet · Grades 5–8
Passed vs Past Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 5-8 on the commonly confused words passed and past. Students learn that passed is the past-tense verb of pass and past refers to time gone by or a position beyond, then complete eight fill-in items and four short questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Grammar
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
Passed vs Past, word usage
Lesson Length
25 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
Passed and past sound alike but do different jobs. This worksheet teaches that passed is the past tense of the verb ‘pass’ (moved by, handed over, succeeded), while past is a noun, adjective, or preposition about time gone by or a position beyond.
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 passed/past rule.
Fill in passed or past 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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Passed vs Past Worksheet
A printable grammar worksheet for grades 5-8 on the commonly confused words passed and past. Students learn that passed is the past-tense verb of pass and past refers to time gone by or a position beyond, then complete eight fill-in items and four short questions. A complete answer key is included.
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