Because or Because Of?

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 practice choosing correctly between because and because of by completing sentences based on sentence structure and meaning. As learners read each sentence carefully, they analyze clauses, noun phrases, cause-and-effect relationships, and grammatical function to select the connector that fits accurately and naturally in context.

Learning Goals

• Conventions of Standard English (Grades 4-6): Apply correct grammar rules for cause-and-effect connectors.
• Connective Word Usage: Use because before a clause with a subject and verb and because of before a noun phrase.
• Sentence Component Awareness: Identify whether a sentence requires a clause or a noun phrase to be complete.
• Grammar in Context: Strengthen accuracy by applying rules within meaningful sentences.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource: Designed to address a common grammar confusion through clear, focused practice.
• Fill-in-the-Blank Format: Keeps attention on sentence structure and logical flow.
• Meaning-Driven Practice: Encourages students to think about how ideas connect, not just which word “sounds right.”
• Flexible Use: Suitable for grammar lessons, review activities, homework, or independent practice.

This printable worksheet supports students as they develop precision and confidence using cause-and-effect language. By choosing between because and because of based on sentence structure, learners improve grammar accuracy, reading comprehension, and clarity in writing. It is a no-prep resource that fits smoothly into both classroom and homeschool language arts instruction, reinforcing foundational connector skills.

This worksheet is part of our Because vs. Because Of Worksheets collection.