Understanding Central Ideas and Vocabulary

Read the following sentence: "The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink." What does the word "hues" most likely mean in this context?

• Sounds

• Colors

• Shapes

• Textures

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CCSS.RI.6.4

Nora is working on a school project about environmental conservation. She needs to explain how recycling helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. What is the central idea of her project?

• Recycling is a waste of time.

• Recycling is beneficial for the environment.

• Recycling is expensive.

• Recycling is a new concept.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

In the sentence, "The classroom was a zoo during the lunch break," what is the figurative meaning of "zoo"?

• A place with animals

• A place with many people

• A place with food

• A place with noise

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CCSS.RI.6.4

Which detail from a text about the water cycle supports the central idea that water is constantly moving through the environment?

• Water is blue.

• Water evaporates from lakes and oceans.

• Water is used for drinking.

• Water is found in rivers.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

What does the phrase "break the ice" mean in the context of starting a conversation?

• To literally break ice

• To start a conversation in a friendly way

• To make someone cold

• To end a conversation

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CCSS.RI.6.4

Identify the central idea of a text that explains the process of photosynthesis in plants.

• Photosynthesis is a complex process.

• Photosynthesis is how plants make their food using sunlight.

• Photosynthesis occurs only in the dark.

• Photosynthesis is not important for plants.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

In the sentence, "He was as brave as a lion," what is the connotative meaning of "lion"?

• A large cat

• A symbol of bravery

• A wild animal

• A zoo animal

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CCSS.RI.6.4

Luna is reading a text about the importance of exercise. Which detail from the text supports the central idea that exercise improves health?

• Exercise is fun.

• Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors.

• Exercise strengthens the heart and muscles.

• Exercise requires special equipment.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

What does the word "navigate" mean in the context of "navigate through the challenges"?

• To sail a ship

• To find a way through

• To give up

• To create a map

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CCSS.RI.6.4

David and Daniel are discussing the benefits of reading regularly. Identify the central idea of their discussion.

• Reading is a waste of time.

• Reading regularly improves vocabulary and comprehension skills.

• Reading is only for entertainment.

• Reading is difficult.

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CCSS.RI.6.2