Grammar and Language Workbook

246 Grammar and Language Workbook, Grade 6

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C 10. Robert Frost wrote poems; L. Frank Baum wrote books.

11. The last episode was great;the next will be even better.
    C 12. Say “thank you” in Spanish as follows: “Gracias.”


12. The following dogs received honorable mention:Spot, Blaze, Nathan, and
    Maggie.
    C 14. Be here by 7:10 so we’ll have plenty of time.


13. The spelling test will focus on these words:spectacles, decimal, shrill,and
    fantastic.
    C 16. Dear Dr. Washington:
    C 17. This store is sold out of batteries; we’ll have to look elsewhere.


14. Ladybugs are helpful insects;so are bees.


15. The show starts at 7:30;we should try to get there earlier.
    C 20. Lionel is a good writer; he draws well, too.
    C 21. Put a stamp in the upper right corner; put your return address in the upper left.
    C 22. These students please report to the office: Sally, Geno, and Basil.
    C 23. The movie only costs $2.25; you gave him $2.50.


16. My mom’s not home;please call back later.
    C 25. The cat has green eyes; the dog’s are brown.
    C 26. Cuba is a warm country; Canada is colder.


17. For drinks we have the following:milk, juice, water, and soda.
    C 28. The baby eats mashed potatoes, carrots, and bananas.


18. This is a picture of my mom;my dad is standing behind her.
    C 30. One of the twins has short hair; the other twin’s hair is long.
    C 31. Read this book about pirates; it’s the best I’ve come across.


19. This fruit juice is delicious;you should try it.
    C 33. I can’t reach the top shelf; it’s too high.


20. The wastebasket is full;please empty it.