Wh-Cleft Sentences

Worksheet Description

The worksheet focuses on the concept of Wh-cleft sentences, also known as pseudo-cleft sentences, which are used to emphasize different parts of a sentence. It provides a base sentence, “Mary loves it when the leaves fall in the autumn,” and directs students to rewrite this sentence as a Wh-cleft sentence four separate times, each time placing the emphasis on a different element: “Mary,” “leaves fall,” “autumn,” and “loves.”

This worksheet teaches students how to shift emphasis within a sentence by using the Wh-cleft structure. Each task is designed to make students think critically about which part of the sentence they are highlighting and how the structure changes when different elements are focused upon. This practice reinforces their understanding of sentence construction and the nuances of English syntax. By completing the exercise, students enhance their ability to craft sentences that precisely convey their intended emphasis, an important skill in both writing and oral communication.