Year 7 Grammar and Punctuation Worksheet - Intermediate

Year 7 Grammar and Punctuation worksheet for Year 7 (Key Stage 3 / Year 7-9 (Ages 11-14)). Intermediate level english practice, aligned to the UK National Curriculum. Print-ready with answer key included.

English•Key Stage 3 / Year 7-9 (Ages 11-14)•Grammarintermediate

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Grammar in Action: Year 7

Key Stage 3 English • Ages 11–12 • Intermediate

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Instructions: Read each prompt carefully and write clearly in the answer spaces. Check that your sentences are complete, your punctuation is accurate and your paragraphs are organised for a reader. The answer key gives one possible response where more than one answer is valid.

Word Classes in Context

Identify the word class of the bold word in each sentence. Use a precise term such as noun, verb, adjective, adverb, pronoun, preposition or conjunction. Some words can belong to different classes in different sentences, so use the sentence to guide you.

1. The ancient bridge crossed the river.

2. Maya carefully folded the map.

3. They waited beside the library.

4. The dog barked when the gate opened.

5. We stayed indoors because the rain grew heavier.

Complete Sentences, Not Comma Splices

Decide whether each example is a complete sentence or a comma splice. For a comma splice, rewrite it correctly by using a full stop, a suitable conjunction or a semicolon. For the complete sentence, write “complete” and leave it unchanged.

1. The bus was late, we walked to school.

2. Although the wind was strong, the kite stayed in the air.

3. I finished my homework, then I packed my bag.

4. The lights went out, everyone reached for a torch.

Punctuation Proof-read

Rewrite each sentence with the punctuation corrected. Check apostrophes for possession and contractions, commas in lists and speech marks around spoken words. Keep the original meaning.

1. The explorers map was damp and torn.

2. We packed sandwiches apples water and a torch.

3. dont touch that wire warned Mr Patel.

4. Leilas brother couldnt find his coat.

Build Sentence Variety

Classify each sentence as simple, compound or complex. A compound sentence joins two main clauses; a complex sentence includes a subordinate clause. Write the sentence type in each box.

1. The gull circled above the harbour.

2. The tide rose, and the boats rocked against the pier.

3. When the bell rang, the pupils hurried inside.

4. The path was muddy, but we kept walking because the view was worth it.

Organise a Paragraph

The sentences below are jumbled. Write their numbers in an order that creates one clear paragraph: begin with the main point, add supporting detail, and finish with a concluding idea. Then write the paragraph in the large box, using suitable linking words and punctuation.

A. As a result, the courtyard became a more welcoming place to spend break time.

B. First, pupils planted herbs and flowers in the empty planters.

C. Our class improved the school courtyard this term.

D. They also collected litter and painted the old benches.

Write the sentence order:

Write the organised paragraph:

Edit for Accuracy

Rewrite the short passage as one clear paragraph. Correct the comma splice, apostrophes and speech punctuation, and make sure the sentences are complete. Keep all the events and meaning.

on friday our class visited the museum, the guide showed us a roman coin. its inscription was difficult to read. 'look at the pattern' said sam 'it might be a soldiers badge'

Rewritten paragraph:

Answer Key

Activity 1: 1. Adjective ; 2. Adverb ; 3. Pronoun ; 4. Verb ; 5. Conjunction

Activity 2: 1. The bus was late, so we walked to school. (Also accept: The bus was late. We walked to school. / The bus was late; we walked to school.) ; 2. Complete ; 3. I finished my homework, then I packed my bag. (Accept: I finished my homework. Then I packed my bag.) ; 4. The lights went out, so everyone reached for a torch. (Also accept: The lights went out. Everyone reached for a torch. / The lights went out; everyone reached for a torch.)

Activity 3: 1. The explorer’s map was damp and torn. ; 2. We packed sandwiches, apples, water and a torch. ; 3. “Don’t touch that wire,” warned Mr Patel. ; 4. Leila’s brother couldn’t find his coat.

Activity 4: 1. Simple ; 2. Compound ; 3. Complex ; 4. Complex

Activity 5: Sentence order: C, B, D, A. Example paragraph: Our class improved the school courtyard this term. First, pupils planted herbs and flowers in the empty planters. They also collected litter and painted the old benches. As a result, the courtyard became a more welcoming place to spend break time.

Activity 6: On Friday, our class visited the museum. The guide showed us a Roman coin. Its inscription was difficult to read. “Look at the pattern,” said Sam. “It might be a soldier’s badge.”