Be Verb Basics: Mastering Is & Are Usage for Class 5 

This Grade 5 English worksheet focuses on helping students correctly use “is” and “are” in sentences. Through a variety of structured exercises, learners build a strong understanding of subject-verb agreement and improve their ability to form grammatically correct sentences in everyday communication.

Why Is & Are Matter in Grammar? 

Understanding the correct use of “is” and “are” is essential for building clear and accurate sentences. For Grade 5 learners, this topic is important because: 
1. It helps match singular and plural subjects correctly. 
2. It strengthens foundational grammar skills. 
3. It improves sentence clarity in writing and speaking. 
4. It builds confidence in forming correct statements. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

This worksheet includes five grammar-rich activities that build fluency with “is” and “are”:

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option (a/b)                                                                                          Students select the correct sentence with proper usage of “is/are”. 

Exercise 2 – True or False
Students identify whether “is/are” is used correctly in each sentence. 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks
Students complete sentences using the correct form of “is” or “are”. 

Exercise 4 – Sentence Rewriting
Students correct incorrect sentences using proper “is/are” usage. 

Exercise 5 – Passage Completion
Students complete a descriptive passage using “is” and “are” to build contextual grammar understanding. 

Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option (a/b)
1. b – The boys are waiting near the bus stop 
2. a – The milk is boiling on the stove 
3. a – These pencils are sharp and clean 
4. b – My sister is preparing lunch now 
5. a – The roads are wet after the rain 
6. b – That child is drawing a picture 
7. b – The players are entering the field 
8. b – My bag is kept under the desk 
9. a – Those trees are very tall here 
10. b – The shop is opening early today 

Exercise 2 – True or False
1. True 
2. False 
3. True 
4. False 
5. False 
6. True 
7. True 
8. False 
9. True 
10. False 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
1. are 
2. are 
3. is 
4. is 
5. are 
6. is 
7. are 
8. is 
9. are 
10. are 

Exercise 4 – Sentence Rewriting 
1. There are shops near the signal. 
2. The apples are fresh in the basket. 
3. My shoes are dirty after the rain. 
4. The mangoes are sweet and juicy. 
5. This painting is very beautiful. 
6. The classroom is clean and tidy. 
7. The stars are bright in the sky. 
8. A bird is sitting on the wall. 
9. That child is very noisy today. 
10. This laddoo is fresh from the shop. 

Exercise 5 – Passage Completion
In the evening, Riya is at the nearby park with her cousin. Many children are playing on the swings and slides. A vendor is selling snacks near the gate. The trees are full of green leaves, and the paths are clean after the rain. A dog is running behind a ball, and two boys are laughing loudly. The sky is turning orange, the birds are returning to their nest, and the air is fresh and pleasant as families enjoy their time together. 

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