Grades 9-12
Free High School Language Arts Worksheets
33 Language Arts worksheets for grades 9 through 12. Topics include literary analysis, rhetoric, research writing, and AP-level reading skills.
Advanced Grammar, Mechanics and Syntax
Refining punctuation, sentence structure, and clarity
15 problems
AP Language, Argument Essay Strategies
Building defensible claims, evidence, reasoning, and commentary
15 problems
AP Language, Rhetorical Analysis
Analyzing rhetorical choices, audience, purpose, and effect
15 problems
AP Literature, Analyzing Poetry
Close reading of poetic language, structure, and meaning
15 problems
AP Literature, Drama and Tragic Structure
Analyzing tragedy, dramatic form, and literary meaning
15 problems
Language Arts, Allegory and Extended Metaphor
Identifying symbolic meaning and sustained comparison in texts
12 problems
Language Arts, AP Language, Synthesis Essay Skills
Building defensible claims, using sources, and writing commentary
12 problems
Language Arts, AP Literature, Analyzing Prose Fiction
Close reading of narration, style, characterization, and theme
15 problems
Language Arts, Author Study, Langston Hughes and the Jazz Age
Exploring poetry, identity, music, and the Harlem Renaissance
10 problems
Language Arts, Author Study, Shakespeare's Sonnets and Devices
Analyzing structure, imagery, figurative language, and themes in Shakespearean sonnets
10 problems
Language Arts, Bibliography and MLA Citation Practice
Practice creating MLA Works Cited entries and in-text citations
12 problems
Language Arts, College Essay Writing
Planning, drafting, and revising a personal college essay
15 problems
Language Arts, Debate, Cross-Examination and Rebuttal Practice
Building clear questions, strategic answers, and effective rebuttals
15 problems
Language Arts, Expository Essay Writing
Organizing clear explanations with evidence and structure
10 problems
Language Arts, Journalism, Writing the Inverted Pyramid
Lead with the most important facts and organize news clearly
10 problems
Language Arts, Literary Analysis
Analyzing theme, character, tone, structure, and evidence
15 problems
Language Arts, Literary Theory, Marxist and Historical Criticism
Analyzing literature through class, power, and historical context
15 problems
Language Arts, Mythology and Allusion
Recognizing and interpreting references from myth
12 problems
Language Arts, Nonfiction Argument and Evidence
Identifying claims, reasons, and supporting evidence in nonfiction texts
12 problems
Language Arts, Parallel Structure and Sentence Variety
Improving balance, rhythm, and clarity in writing
15 problems
Language Arts, Persuasive Essays
Building clear claims, strong reasons, and effective evidence
15 problems
Language Arts, Research Writing and Citation
Using sources, paraphrasing, and citing evidence clearly
15 problems
Language Arts, Rhetorical Devices
Identifying and explaining persuasive language techniques
15 problems
Language Arts, SAT and ACT Vocabulary, High-Frequency Roots
Build vocabulary by analyzing common word roots, prefixes, and suffixes
14 problems
Language Arts, Symbolism in Literature
Identifying and interpreting symbols in texts
12 problems
Language Arts, Syntax Style and Diction
Analyzing sentence structure, word choice, and tone
15 problems
Language Arts, Technical Writing and Instructions
Writing clear steps, directions, and procedural texts
10 problems
Language Arts, Tone and Mood in Literature
Identifying how authors create feeling and attitude
12 problems
Language Arts, Writing for Different Audiences and Purposes
Adapting tone, style, evidence, and structure to fit a communication goal
12 problems
Literary Theory, Applying Feminist Criticism
Analyzing gender, power, voice, and representation
15 problems
Reading Comprehension
Analyze an informational passage for central ideas, evidence, author's purpose, and vocabulary.
8 problems
Shakespearean Language and Sonnets
Understanding early modern English, sonnet form, and poetic meaning
12 problems
Vocabulary, Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes
Using word parts to understand complex vocabulary
15 problems
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