Grade 5 · Writing · Building Confidence
Free Writing Prompts worksheet - version 2
Grade 5 writing prompts matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 6 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Writing Prompts
Grade 5 · Building confidence · 6 questions · Version PG-1KHRVJ0-1LM8
1.Propose a fair classroom rule and defend it.
2.Write a mystery whose clues lead to a fair solution.
3.Design an experiment and explain its variables.
4.Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.
5.Argue whether homework should have a weekly time limit.
6.Explain how an author builds suspense.
Answers and teaching notes
Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.
Show answers for version 2
- Propose a fair classroom rule and defend it.Answers will vary.
- Write a mystery whose clues lead to a fair solution.Answers will vary.
- Design an experiment and explain its variables.Answers will vary.
- Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.Answers will vary.
- Argue whether homework should have a weekly time limit.Answers will vary.
- Explain how an author builds suspense.Answers will vary.
Worked example
Plan a beginning, supporting details, and a clear ending.
Common mistake
Starting before deciding the main idea.
Helpful hint
Jot down three details before writing.