TCAP Editing Practice ELA 5th Grade

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means a set of instructions for preparing food?

Back

recipe

Front

When should a comma be used before the word 'but'?

Back

A comma should be used before 'but' when it connects two independent clauses.

Front

What is the correct way to express that something is enjoyable and easy to make?

Back

Trail mix is also fun and easy to make for yourself.

Front

What is the correct verb form to use with 'people' in the sentence: 'The beach is packed with people who ___ come to watch the surfing competition.'?

Back

have

Front

Which punctuation mark is needed at the end of a question?

Back

A question mark (?)

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

Back

Commas are used to separate items in a list, clauses, or to indicate a pause.

Front

What is the difference between 'who has' and 'who have' when referring to multiple people?

Back

'Who have' is correct when referring to multiple people.

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence.

Front

What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

Back

A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses.

Front

What is the correct punctuation for the sentence: 'Yes thank you'?

Back

'Yes, thank you.' (A comma is needed after 'Yes').