Cambridge Primary English · 0058 · First language
The mixed-up message
The festival notice has caused a surprising misunderstanding. A small change in a sentence can make a big difference.
English · Stage 4 · 4 lessons · About 2 guided lesson hours · 55 practice questions
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Unit 07
The mixed-up message
The festival notice has caused a surprising misunderstanding. A small change in a sentence can make a big difference.
Use grammar and punctuation to make meaning clear.
Lesson 1 · 30 minutes
Punctuate messages so meaning is clear
Use sentence punctuation, list commas and apostrophes accurately.
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Lesson 2 · 30 minutes
Match subjects, verbs and quantities
Use subject–verb agreement and suitable words for quantities.
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Lesson 3 · 30 minutes
Choose adverbs and adverbial phrases
Use words and phrases that tell how, when or where an action happens.
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Lesson 4 · 30 minutes
Write direct speech clearly
Punctuate direct speech and make changes of speaker clear.
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