Introductory Elements Practice

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📝 Part 1: Identifying Introductory Elements

Instructions: Circle the introductory element in each sentence. Remember, introductory elements come at the beginning of sentences and need commas after them!

1. After the storm ended the sun came out brightly.

2. When the bell rings students should line up quietly.

3. Because Maria studied hard she passed the test.

4. During lunch break the playground was crowded.

5. Since it was raining heavily the game was canceled.

✏️ Part 2: Adding Commas and Fixing Capitalization

Instructions: Rewrite each sentence with correct comma placement after introductory elements and proper capitalization of proper nouns.

6. before the movie started sarah and michael bought popcorn

7. while walking to school in chicago the students saw a parade

8. after thanksgiving dinner uncle robert told funny stories

9. when spring arrives in march the flowers bloom beautifully

🎯 Part 3: Multiple Choice Challenge

10. Which sentence correctly uses a comma after an introductory element?

Before, the concert started we found our seats.

Before the concert started, we found our seats.

Before the concert, started we found our seats.

Before the concert started we, found our seats.

11. Check all sentences that have proper nouns correctly capitalized:

When Christmas comes, we visit Grandma Jones.

After tuesday, the library will be closed.

Since moving to texas, Dad loves barbecue.

Before the Fourth of July, Mom buys fireworks.

12. Create your own sentence with an introductory element, proper comma placement, and at least one proper noun:

Introductory Elements Practice

Introductory Elements Practice

📝 Part 1: Identifying Introductory Elements

✏️ Part 2: Adding Commas and Fixing Capitalization

🎯 Part 3: Multiple Choice Challenge

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