Worksheet on Determiners: Quantifiers

English
Grade 6
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This worksheet explores the use of quantifiers as determiners, encouraging analysis and annotation skills in Grade 6 students.

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Worksheet on Determiners: Quantifiers

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Grade Grade 6
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Introduction to Quantifiers as Determiners

In many stories, authors use quantifiers like 'some,' 'many,' 'few,' or 'every' to provide more detail about the nouns they describe. For example, in the sentence 'Many children enjoy playing outside,' the word 'many' helps us understand how numerous the children are. Quantifiers can be used to express approximate amounts or entire groups, and they play a vital role in clarifying meaning and emphasis.

1.
Identify the quantifiers used in the passage and explain their purpose.
[3 marks]
2.
Why do authors choose to use quantifiers in their writing?
[2 marks]
B

Question 1: Analyzing Quantifier Usage

There are few trees in the backyard after the storm.

Read the sentence below and identify the quantifier used. Explain how it affects the meaning of the sentence.
1.
What is the quantifier in this sentence?
[1 mark]
2.
How does the quantifier 'few' influence the reader's understanding of the scene?
[2 marks]
C

Question 2: Multiple Choice

Choose the sentence where the quantifier correctly emphasizes a large amount.

Select the best answer.
1.
Which sentence correctly uses a quantifier to indicate a large amount?
Aa) She has some friends over for dinner.
Bb) There are few stars visible tonight.
Cc) They saw many birds at the park.
Dd) He found every answer correct.
D

Question 3: Annotating Text

Every student must submit some homework by Friday. A few assignments are still incomplete, but many students have finished their work. The teacher expects everyone to participate fully to ensure the class progresses smoothly.

1.
Identify the quantifiers in the paragraph and describe their role.
[3 marks]
E

Question 4: Creative Writing Prompt

Write a short paragraph describing a scene at a festival. Use at least five different quantifiers to specify amounts or quantities. Follow the checklist below:
1.
Create your paragraph following the instructions and include at least five quantifiers such as 'some,' 'many,' 'few,' 'all,' or 'every.' Make sure your paragraph is descriptive and clear.
[10 marks]
F

Question 5: Fill in the Blank

There are _______ cookies left in the jar after the party.

Fill in the blank with an appropriate quantifier from the options below.
1.
Options: a) some, b) few, c) all, d) every
Aa) some
Bb) few
Cc) all
Dd) every
G

Question 6: Analyzing Effect

Only a few students completed the assignment on time.

Explain how the use of the quantifier in the sentence influences the tone or emphasis.
1.
Describe the effect of the quantifier 'a few' in this sentence.
[2 marks]
H

Question 7: True or False

Every dog in the park was playing happily.

Determine whether the statement is true or false based on the sentence.
1.
The quantifier 'every' suggests that all dogs in the park are included.
[1 mark]
I

Question 8: Critical Thinking

She bought several books from the store yesterday.

Why might an author choose to use a specific quantifier here? Write a short explanation.
1.
Explain why the author might have used 'several' instead of 'some' or 'many' in this sentence.
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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