Revise for Clarity

Grade 4 Writing Worksheet - Challenge Me

Circle the revision that says it most clearly.

1. 1.

   Which revision gives a reader the clearest picture? "The sky looked weird before the storm."

   • The sky looked very weird before the big storm.
   • The sky was different before the storm came in.
   • The sky looked strange and odd before the storm.
   • The sky turned a dark greenish gray before the storm.
2. 2.

   Which revision gives a reader the clearest picture? "The soup tasted bad."

   • The soup tasted wrong and unpleasant.
   • The soup tasted very bad and awful.
   • The soup tasted burnt and bitter.
   • The soup tasted not good at all.
3. 3.

   Which revision gives a reader the clearest picture? "The room was a mess."

   • The room looked really bad and untidy.
   • The room was very messy and not tidy at all.
   • The room was a big mess with lots of stuff.
   • Wet towels, torn paper, and one muddy sneaker covered the floor.
4. 4.

   Which revision gives a reader the clearest picture? "The dog was happy to see me."

   • The dog wagged its tail and bounced around me when I came home.
   • The dog was glad and cheerful when it saw me.
   • The dog seemed really excited to see me.
   • The dog was very, very happy to see me.