Worksheet: Error Correction in Informal Letters
English
Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
1 views0 downloads
About This Worksheet
A worksheet focused on identifying and correcting errors in informal letter writing for Grade 8 students.
Topics covered:
Worksheet Preview
Full preview • 9 questions
Worksheet: Error Correction in Informal Letters
Subject: EnglishGrade: Grade 8
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz
Untitled Worksheet
Grade Grade 8
A
Introduction to Informal Letters
Hey Sarah, I hope your doing well! I wanted to tell you about my trip last weekend. It was really fun, I went hiking with my friends and we saw some amazing views. Can’t wait to tell you more about it when we meet next week. Hope to see you soon! Best wishes, Alex.
1.
Identify and correct the grammatical errors in the passage.
2.
Rewrite the salutation and closing to make the letter more appropriate for informal tone.
[2 marks]3.
What punctuation errors are present in the passage? Correct them.
B
Common Errors in Informal Letters
Hey John! I was so happy to hear from you. Sorry I haven't wrote back sooner, I've been really busy lately. Anyway, I wanted to tell you about the concert I went to last weekend. It was amazing! I think you'd have loved it. When you're free, let me know! Cheers, Emma.
1.
Identify and correct the errors related to verb tense, spelling, and punctuation.
2.
Rewrite the sentence: 'Sorry I haven't wrote back sooner' with correct grammar.
[2 marks]3.
List the punctuation corrections needed in the paragraph.
C
Creative Error Correction
Hi Mike, I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to share some exciting news: I got a new job! I am really happy about it, and I think it will be a great opportunity for me. Can't wait to tell you more about it in person. Let me know when you're free. Take care! Best, Lisa.
1.
Correct the errors in this draft to improve clarity and tone, and rewrite the letter accordingly.
D
Identify Stylistic Errors
Read the paragraph and identify any stylistic errors or awkward phrases in the informal letter.
1.
Identify any stylistic or grammatical issues and suggest improvements.
E
Punctuation Practice
Rewrite the following paragraph with correct punctuation, especially focusing on commas and periods.
1.
Correct all punctuation errors in the paragraph.
Unlock Full Worksheet & Answers
Get instant access to the complete worksheet, answer keys, and 1,899 others
Unlimited answer keys for all worksheets
Download clean, formatted PDFs
Customize and remix any worksheet
Cancel anytime • No commitment • Start today
Quick Actions
What is Remix?
Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.
- • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
- • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
- • Add more questions (10 → 15)
- • Adjust difficulty
Details
- Created
- 1/1/2026
- Updated
- 1/1/2026
- Type
- worksheet