English Writing Skills Test Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 24: Final test: writing skills · Set 778 · 40 questions

Writing tip (Rule, then check): Decide which skill the question is testing. Use that lesson’s tip — subject and predicate, the link between ideas, the order, the topic, or the format. Read your choice aloud to check it.

1. 1.Which sentence has the words in the correct order? (a) Tara flies on the roof a kite. (b) Flies Tara a kite on the roof. (c) Tara flies a kite on the roof. (d) Tara a kite flies on the roof.
2. 2.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, write the letter.
   ___, fold it and put it in an envelope.
   Next, seal the envelope.
   Finally, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally
3. 3.Priya is writing her diary about today. Which sentence fits best? (a) Today I baked cookies with Mum. (b) Every day I bake cookies with Mum. (c) Tomorrow I will bake cookies with Mum. (d) You baked cookies with Mum today.
4. 4.Imagine this picture:
   A beach at sunset: gentle waves, a boy building a sandcastle, seagulls over the water and a small crab on the sand.
   
   Which sentence describes this picture? (a) The teacher is writing on the board. (b) A man is jogging along the path. (c) A train is pulling into the station. (d) A small crab is walking on the sand.
5. 5.Which word needs a capital letter?
   “My uncle came from chennai in July.” (a) came (b) chennai (c) uncle (d) in
6. 6.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
   
   ___
   Rohan practised kicking the ball every day.
   On the day of the match, he scored a goal.
   His team won the cup and Rohan was thrilled. (a) Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot. (b) Tara decided to build a model volcano. (c) Rohan's team had a big football match.
7. 7.Which is the best way to join “Mum cooked dal.” and “She made rotis.”? (a) Mum cooked dal because she made rotis. (b) Mum cooked dal but she made rotis. (c) Mum cooked dal and she made rotis.
8. 8.Which part is missing from this message?
   
   MESSAGE
   Dear Bhaiya,
   Uncle Ravi called. He will drop off the cake at 4 pm on Thursday.
   Kunal (a) the word MESSAGE (b) the greeting (c) the writer's name (d) the date and time
9. 9.Read the paragraph:
   1. The monsoon is my favourite season.
   2. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down.
   3. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields.
   4. Children float paper boats in puddles.
   5. Our desks are arranged in neat rows.
   
   Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 4 (c) Sentence 3 (d) Sentence 2
10. 10.Which part is missing from this message?
    
    MESSAGE
    25 April 2026, 11:30 am
    Grandma called. She will bring the books at 4 pm on Friday.
    Aarav (a) the greeting (b) the writer's name (c) the word MESSAGE (d) the date and time
11. 11.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, write the letter.
    Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    ___, seal the envelope.
    Finally, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next
12. 12.Which of these is a complete sentence? (a) The rain fell all night. (b) Collected nuts. (c) The children. (d) Before the sun set.
13. 13.Diya is writing a letter to her friend Maria. Which closing should she use? (a) Yours sincerely, (b) Yours faithfully, (c) Yours lovingly,
14. 14.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the story.
    
    Tara decided to build a model volcano.
    She shaped the volcano with clay and paint.
    At the science fair, her volcano bubbled with foam.
    ___ (a) Farhan's family decided to keep the kitten. (b) Tara's model won the first prize. (c) Now Lakshmi and Kavya are best friends.
15. 15.Which word should replace the name in the gap?
    “Zoya has a new toy car. ___ takes it to school every day.” (a) It (b) Her (c) She (d) He
16. 16.Which part is missing from this notice?
    
    Lotus Vidyalaya
    NOTICE
    15 February 2026
    A drawing competition will be held on 21 February at 3 pm in the art room. All are welcome.
    Kunal
    Secretary, Art Club (a) name and designation (b) the title (c) the word NOTICE (d) the date
17. 17.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the story.
    
    Dev forgot his umbrella one cloudy morning.
    On the way home, heavy rain began to fall.
    Dev got wet and shivered all the way home.
    ___ (a) Mum gave Dev hot soup and dry clothes. (b) Omkar was glad that no water was wasted. (c) At last Aisha reached Shimla, cool and happy.
18. 18.Read the paragraph:
    1. Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli.
    2. First we draw the pattern with white chalk.
    3. We place small lamps around the design.
    4. Red roses grow along the fence.
    5. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
19. 19.A formal letter begins with “Dear Dr Reddy,”. Which closing is correct? (a) Yours sincerely, (b) Yours lovingly, (c) Yours faithfully,
20. 20.In a diary entry, what comes just before your name? (a) the time (b) the day and date (c) “Dear Diary,” (d) the entry (body)
21. 21.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school sports day was full of fun. The day began with a march past. Our house won the tug of war. The winners got shiny medals. (a) Our Classroom (b) Sports Day (c) Making Rangoli (d) Grandma's Garden
22. 22.Fill the gap with the best joining word:
    “I brushed my teeth ___ I washed my face.” (a) because (b) and (c) but
23. 23.Read the paragraph:
    1. Ants are tiny but very hard-working.
    2. They live together in an anthill.
    3. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform.
    4. Ants can carry food heavier than themselves.
    5. Ants walk one behind the other in a line.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 2 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 3
24. 24.You are writing an email to ask a friend for the class notes. Which subject line is best? (a) Class notes for Monday (b) Hello!!! (c) Maths homework for today (d) Request to renew a book
25. 25.Which is the best way to join “Arjun practised every day.” and “He won the prize.”? (a) Arjun practised every day because he won the prize. (b) Arjun practised every day so he won the prize. (c) Arjun practised every day but he won the prize.
26. 26.You are writing an email to your teacher, Mr Khan. Which opening is best? (a) Hey Khan!!! (b) Dear Mr Khan, (c) Khan, listen up (d) Yo teacher,
27. 27.Which sentence is punctuated correctly? (a) “I have finished my homework,” said Dad. (b) I have finished my homework,” said Dad. (c) “I have finished my homework” said Dad. (d) “I have finished my homework.” said Dad.
28. 28.You are writing to the Principal, Dr Fernandes. Which greeting is correct? (a) Dear Dr Fernandes, (b) Dear, Dr Fernandes (c) Hi Fernandes! (d) Dear Dr Fernandes.
29. 29.Imagine this picture:
    A farm: a farmer ploughing with two bullocks, hens pecking near a hut, a well beside the field and green fields far away.
    
    Which sentence describes this picture? (a) There is a well beside the field. (b) Rain is falling on the road. (c) Ducks are swimming in the water. (d) Students are sitting at their desks.
30. 30.In an informal letter, what comes just after the body? (a) your name (b) the date (c) the closing (d) the greeting
31. 31.Fill the gap with the best joining word:
    “The test was hard ___ Zoya got full marks.” (a) because (b) but (c) so
32. 32.Kavya is writing a letter to her father. Which closing should she use? (a) Yours sincerely, (b) Yours lovingly, (c) Yours faithfully,
33. 33.Which sentence describes the elephant best? (a) Tenzin saw an elephant. (b) Tenzin saw a huge elephant. (c) Tenzin saw a grey elephant. (d) Tenzin saw a huge grey elephant.
34. 34.Which mark should end this sentence?
    “Where is Meera playing cricket” (a) exclamation mark (!) (b) question mark (?) (c) full stop (.)
35. 35.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday. Diya painted a birthday card for him. Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow. Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (a) The Clean Park (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The New Girl
36. 36.What kind of sentence is this?
    “Pooja cooks rice for lunch.” (a) question (b) exclamation (c) statement (d) command
37. 37.Which is the best way to join “Tara likes to paint.” and “She likes to draw.”? (a) Tara likes to paint and she likes to draw. (b) Tara likes to paint but she likes to draw. (c) Tara likes to paint because she likes to draw.
38. 38.Which of these is NOT a complete sentence (a fragment)? (a) A small mouse hid under the bed. (b) The wind blew the leaves away. (c) Since it was late. (d) The children sang a song in the hall.
39. 39.Which question has the words in the correct order? (a) Who Ishaan is calling? (b) Is who Ishaan calling? (c) Ishaan is who calling? (d) Who is Ishaan calling?
40. 40.This notice has no title. Which title fits it?
    
    Little Flower School
    NOTICE
    4 March 2026
    A yoga session will be held on 12 March at 2 pm on the school ground. All are welcome.
    Nisha
    Sports Captain (a) Yoga Day (b) Story-Telling Contest (c) Dance Workshop

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