๐ Topic Summary
A period (.) is a punctuation mark that shows a sentence has come to an end. It's like a full stop! We use periods at the end of statements, which are sentences that tell us something. For example, 'The dog barks.' ends with a period. Using periods correctly makes our writing clear and easy to understand. This worksheet will give you some practice recognizing where periods belong.
๐ง Part A: Vocabulary
Match the vocabulary word with its definition.
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Sentence |
A. A punctuation mark that ends a statement. |
| 2. Period |
B. A group of words that expresses a complete thought. |
| 3. Statement |
C. To come to an end. |
| 4. Finish |
D. Clear and easy to understand. |
| 5. Clear |
E. A sentence that tells you something. |
Match the correct definitions to the words:
- 1 - B
- 2 - A
- 3 - E
- 4 - C
- 5 - D
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words.
My name is Lily ____ I like to play with my cat ____ My cat is very fluffy ____ We have a lot of fun together ____
Answer:
- .
- .
- .
- .
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to use periods in our sentences?
Answer:
Periods help us understand when a sentence is finished. Without them, sentences might run together and become confusing. Periods make our writing clear and easier to read. They also help us write more accurately.