Handwriting Practice for Year 3 English Students: Improve Legibility and Fluency

Question 1

Which of these words is written with the correct spacing between letters?

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The cat sat on the mat

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thecatsaton the mat

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The cat sat on themat

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thecat satonthe mat

Question 2

What is the correct way to hold a pencil when writing?

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Between the thumb, forefinger, and middle finger

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Between the thumb and forefinger

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Between the thumb and middle finger

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Between the forefinger and middle finger

Question 3

In handwriting, we use different types of lines to write letters and words. Which of these options describes the different line types used in handwriting?

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Straight, curved, and slanting

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Thin, thick, and dotted

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Vertical, horizontal, and parallel

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Dashed, dotted, and solid

Question 4

Why is regular practice important for improving our handwriting?

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It helps our muscles learn how to form letters and words correctly.

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Only a teacher can help us improve our handwriting.

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Writing quickly is more important than writing neatly.

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We only need to practice writing a few times to improve our handwriting.

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a sign of good handwriting?

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Smudged ink

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Clear letter shapes

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Correct spacing

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Consistent slant

Question 6

What do we call the joined-up style of handwriting?

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Joined-up

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Print

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Manuscript

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Block

Question 7

What is the special name for the way we hold our pencil when we write?

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Tripod grip

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Fist grip

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Pincer grip

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Claw grip

Question 8

Why do we use a line when we write?

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To keep our letters straight

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To make our writing too small

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To make our letters bumpy

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To help us write faster

Question 9

Why is clear handwriting important?

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It helps others read your writing easily.

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It makes your writing look tidy.

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It helps you write more quickly.

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It helps you spell words correctly.

Question 10

When writing in cursive, how much space should be between words?

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One space between each word

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Two spaces between each word

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No spaces between words

Question 11

Which of these is NOT an important part of fluent handwriting?

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It is written very carefully

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It can be easily read

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It is done quickly

Question 12

What kind of paper is best for practicing cursive writing?

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Paper with lines

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Paper without lines

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Paper with squares

Question 13

How do we correctly write the lowercase letter 'a'?

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Draw a small circle clockwise, starting from the top

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Draw a small circle counterclockwise, starting from the bottom

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Draw a straight line downwards, starting from the centre

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Draw a straight line upwards, starting from the top

Question 14

Why is it important to use a pencil grip when writing?

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To help control the pencil and write clearly

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To help us write faster

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To prevent the pencil from smudging

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To make writing more fun

Question 15

Which of the following helps us improve our handwriting speed?

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Practising regularly

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Using a thicker pencil

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Holding the pencil very tightly

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Writing on a slanted surface

Question 16

What is the key difference between cursive and manuscript handwriting?

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Cursive letters are connected, while manuscript letters are separate

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Manuscript letters are connected, while cursive letters are separate

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Cursive is for formal writing, while manuscript is for casual writing

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There is no difference between cursive and manuscript

Question 17

What is the most important reason to improve our handwriting?

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To write neatly, so that others can read it clearly

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To write quickly, so that we can finish our work faster

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To write stylishly, so that our writing looks fancy

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To write comfortably, so that our hands don't get tired

Question 18

What is it called when there is space between words?

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Gap

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Line

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Path

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Margin

Question 19

Which of these shows the letters 'th' connected correctly?

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th

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Te

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t h

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Th

Question 20

What is the name of the line that letters sit on?

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Baseline

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Middle line

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Top line

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Joining line

Question 21

Which word uses uppercase and lowercase letters correctly?

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The cat sat.

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THE CAT SAT.

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the Cat sat

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THE Cat Sat

Question 22

Which of these jobs requires people to write clearly so that others can read it easily?

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Doctor

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Teacher

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Postman

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Builder

Question 23

What is NOT important for making your handwriting easy to read?

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Getting ink on the paper

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Making letters the same size

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Leaving space between letters

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Joining letters together smoothly

Question 24

Which of these words is written correctly in cursive handwriting?

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The

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Teh

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þe

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Þe

Question 25

Which posture is best for writing in cursive?

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Sitting up straight and feet flat on the floor

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Slouching and resting elbows on the desk

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Leaning forward and holding the pen tightly

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Crossing legs and tilting head to the side

Question 26

What are the upward and downward strokes in cursive letters called?

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Ascenders and descenders

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Loops and curves

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Slants and angles

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Serifs and tails

Question 27

Which of these is NOT a feature of clear cursive handwriting?

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Too many extra decorations

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Letters that are formed correctly

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Suitable spacing between letters

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A consistent slant

Question 28

What is the main difference between cursive and print handwriting?

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Cursive letters are connected, while print letters are not

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Cursive is written with a pen, while print is written with a pencil

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Cursive is used for formal writing, while print is used for informal writing

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Cursive is only taught in the UK, while print is taught worldwide

Question 29

How should you hold a pencil for writing?

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Between your thumb and first two fingers

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In your palm, like holding a sword

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With your whole hand wrapped around it

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With just your thumb and forefinger

Question 30

What is the space between words called?

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Spacing

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Margin

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Line spacing

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Gap

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a good habit for handwriting?

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Holding the pencil too tightly

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Writing on a flat surface

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Sitting up straight

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Taking breaks to stretch

Question 32

Which of these words is spelled correctly?

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beautiful

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beautful

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beutiful

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beutifull

Question 33

Which sentence shows clear and smooth writing?

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I like to write my name.

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I like 2 write my name.

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I like writ my name.

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I lik to rite my name.

Question 34

Which of these is NOT good handwriting posture?

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Head tilted to one side

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Sitting up straight

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Feet flat on the floor

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Shoulders relaxed

Question 35

What is the correct amount of space to leave between words in handwriting?

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Enough space so that you can easily read each word without the letters running into each other.

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As much space as possible

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No space at all

Question 36

When holding a pencil for handwriting, what grip should you use?

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Tripod grip, where you hold the pencil with your thumb, index finger, and middle finger.

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Hold the pencil with only two fingers

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Hold the pencil like a chopstick

Question 37

What is one important benefit of having good handwriting?

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It helps others read and understand your writing more easily.

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Faster writing speed

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Better spelling

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Increased creativity

Question 38

Which of the following is considered good posture for handwriting?

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Sit up straight with your feet flat on the floor, and your back supported.

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Hunch over the paper

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Lean back in your chair

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Stand up and write

Question 39

What is the correct way to correct a mistake in your handwriting?

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Cross it out neatly and start writing again.

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Scribble over it

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Leave it as it is

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Erase it completely

Question 40

How do you write the letter 't' correctly?

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Draw a straight line down and cross it near the top with a straight line across.

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Draw a straight line down and cross it near the bottom with a straight line across.

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Draw a straight line down and cross it in the middle with a straight line across.

Question 41

Which of these words is written correctly?

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cat

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cattt

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caat

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cate

Question 42

Which of these words has the correct spacing?

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a big gap

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abiggap

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a biggap

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a   big   gap

Question 43

How should you connect letters when writing in cursive?

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Use smooth, flowing lines to join the letters together.

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Use sharp, jagged lines to join the letters together.

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Don't connect the letters at all.

Question 44

Why is it important to practice handwriting?

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To make your writing easier to read and smoother.

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To impress your teacher.

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To make your writing look pretty.

Question 45

Which of these is the best way to improve your handwriting?

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Practice regularly and get feedback from your teacher.

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Only practice the letters you find difficult.

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Only write when you have to.

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Use a pen that is too thick or too thin.

Question 46

What is the best way to sit when writing?

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Sit up straight with your feet flat on the floor.

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Lie down on your stomach.

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Slouch in your chair with your feet crossed.