Beginning or Ending Match

Students are presented with pairs of sentences and asked to determine which belongs at the beginning and which at the end of a story. This activity sharpens their ability to differentiate between introductory and concluding tones and ideas. By pairing sentences, the worksheet highlights the contrast in narrative function between opening and closing lines. It encourages students to think about how stories are introduced and concluded.

This exercise enhances analytical skills as students consider the function of different sentences within a story’s framework. Comparing pairs helps them develop a clearer sense of tone and structure, useful for understanding how stories progress from start to finish. This worksheet also supports critical thinking by encouraging students to interpret sentences in relation to their narrative context. Recognizing these differences improves their story analysis and comprehension skills.