6th grade ELA 4th 9 weeks Assessment

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A claim is a statement that asserts a belief or opinion that can be supported with evidence.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What does the word 'transformation' mean?

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Transformation refers to a gradual modification or change in form, appearance, or nature.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What does 'illustrate' mean in writing?

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To illustrate means to explain or make something clear by providing examples or visual representations.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in an essay?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea or claim of the essay.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or argument of an essay.

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What is the role of a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis, often providing a final thought or call to action.

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What is a synonym for 'fun'?

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Enjoyable.