Worksheet

Choose Precise Words

Grade 5 - Writing - Challenge Me

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  1. Which revision uses more precise words than "The announcement was better."?

    • The museum displayed letters, tools, maps, and photographs.
    • The announcement was organized, brief, and easy to remember.
    • The project was sturdy, useful, and neatly labeled.
    • The garden was productive and carefully organized.

  2. Which word best describes the purpose of this sentence: The road is narrow and crowded during park events.

    • misspelled
    • specific
    • vague
    • unrelated

  3. Which sentence is too vague for a Grade 5 draft about library makerspaces?

    • A survey found that 64 students wanted access to building tools and coding kits.
    • Makerspaces often include shared tools, recycled materials, and design challenges.
    • The project was good.
    • The project was sturdy, useful, and neatly labeled.

  4. Why is "The project was sturdy, useful, and neatly labeled." stronger than "The project was good."?

    • it changes the topic
    • it is shorter
    • it avoids all details
    • it gives clearer information about the topic

  5. Which revision goal fits precise word choice?

    • remove every adjective
    • replace general words with exact words
    • add unrelated facts
    • change all sentences into questions
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