PSSA ELA Grade 6 Practice Part 1

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What is citing (textual) evidence?

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Citing textual evidence involves looking for different types of evidence, such as facts, statistics, examples, expert testimony, and logical reasoning; highlighting the text where the evidence is found or taking notes; and making a direct reference to the evidence while elaborating on how it supports the author's claim.

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What does the word 'describe' mean?

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To describe means to present a clear picture of a person, place, thing, or idea using sensory words.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a label or brief explanation that accompanies a photograph or an illustration.

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What does the term 'infer' mean?

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To infer means to read between the lines; the answer is not directly in the passage, but you derive meaning from information or clues the author provides.

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What does the term 'interpret' mean?

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To interpret means to write your understanding of the passage in your own words and give a view from your experiences and the information you find.

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What is the purpose of using textual evidence in writing?

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The purpose of using textual evidence is to support claims or arguments with concrete examples from the text, enhancing credibility and clarity.

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What are sensory words?

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Sensory words are descriptive words that appeal to the five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, helping to create vivid imagery.

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What is the difference between 'infer' and 'interpret'?

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To infer is to derive meaning from clues in the text, while to interpret is to express your understanding of the text in your own words.

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What is an example of a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, such as 'The Earth revolves around the Sun.'

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What is an example of expert testimony?

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Expert testimony is a statement made by someone with specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular area, such as a scientist discussing climate change.