When do you use fewer, and when do you use less? Learn the difference between the two words with a fill-in-the-blank worksheet that asks readers to make their choice based on the context clues in the ten sentences.

Concepts

Grammar, comparing amounts, context clues

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Include in a homework packet focused on language arts
• Use the worksheet as a warm-up before a lesson on fewer or less

Classroom Considerations

• The worksheet is designed for English learners, but pupils in mainstream classes could benefit from a refresher about the concept

Pros

• Comes with another version of the worksheet
• Provides an answer key for straightforward grading

Cons

• Some of the sentences are more nuanced, which could be confusing for beginners

Common Core

L.3.1.a L.4.1.a L.5.1.a L.6.1.a