Worksheet on Simple Sentences: When to Use
English
Grade 8
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~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the usage of simple sentences within a historical setting, aimed at helping Grade 8 students understand proper application and creative writing techniques.
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Worksheet on Simple Sentences: When to Use
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Introduction to Simple Sentences in Historical Contexts
In the year 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed. The colonies declared their freedom. The world watched closely. Leaders spoke passionately. Many believed in liberty. The colonies fought bravely. The era marked a new beginning for America.
1.
Identify two sentences in the passage that are simple sentences.
[2 marks]2.
Why is the sentence 'The era marked a new beginning for America' an example of a simple sentence?
[2 marks]3.
Choose the best option: Which sentence illustrates a simple statement of fact?
Aa) Many believed in liberty.
Bb) Leaders spoke passionately about freedom during the revolution.
Cc) The colonies fought bravely in the war.
Dd) The world watched closely as history unfolded.
4.
Explain why the sentence 'The colonies fought bravely' is effective in historical narration.
[3 marks]5.
Identify a sentence that could be combined with another to form a compound sentence, without losing clarity.
[2 marks]6.
Describe how simple sentences contribute to clarity in historical storytelling.
[3 marks]7.
Create a short paragraph of five sentences about a historical event, using only simple sentences. Ensure each sentence adds a new piece of information.
8.
What is one advantage of using simple sentences in historical descriptions?
[2 marks]9.
Identify any sentence in the passage that could be rewritten as a question to enhance engagement.
[2 marks]10.
In the context of historical storytelling, propose a creative writing prompt that involves using simple sentences to describe a key event.
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