A good writer knows who is doing the action and whom the action affects.
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A good writer knows who is doing the action and whom the action affects. ──●◎●──
Grade Level: 7–8 (Upper Middle School)
Difficulty Level: Medium (Differentiated)
Skill Focus: Using who and whom correctly in questions and dependent clauses by identifying grammatical function (subject vs. object).
Standards Alignment:
CCSS (ELA – Grade 7–8): (L.7.1 / L.8.1) Demonstrate command of standard English grammar and usage.
CEFR: (B1–B1+) Uses relative pronouns accurately in familiar and some complex structures.
ACARA (Australian Curriculum): Understand how grammatical features shape meaning, including relative clauses.
Cambridge English: Accurate use of relative pronouns in clauses and embedded questions (B1–B2 range).
This worksheet helps Grade 7–8 learners master the correct use of who and whom in questions and relative clauses. It includes a clear grammar explanation, standards alignment (CCSS, CEFR, ACARA, Cambridge), and three differentiated practice sections—Try This, Challenge Yourself, and Push Your Limits—with varied question types such as multiple choice, sentence completion, and error correction. A complete answer key is provided for independent practice or classroom use.

