ELA 6th Grade EOG Vocabulary

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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

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

• A fact is always true, while an opinion is always false.

• A fact is a statement that everyone agrees on, while an opinion is a statement that can be debated.

How can understanding the author's purpose enhance reading comprehension?

• It allows readers to ignore the text's details.

• It helps readers grasp the main message and intent behind the text.

• It encourages readers to read faster without understanding.

• It makes the text more entertaining and less informative.

What does it mean to analyze a character in a story?

• Examining the plot structure and themes of the story.

• Identifying the author's writing style and techniques.

• Examining their traits, motivations, and development throughout the narrative.

• Summarizing the events that happen to the character.

What is the importance of context in understanding a text?

• Context provides a summary of the text's content.

• Context helps readers understand the circumstances surrounding the text, which can influence its meaning.

• Context is irrelevant to the interpretation of the text.

• Context only refers to the author's background.

What is the definition of bias?

• Bias means favoring certain ideas or people over others.

• Bias refers to an unbiased opinion.

• Bias is the process of making decisions based on facts.

• Bias indicates a neutral stance on issues.

What does it mean to describe something in writing?

• Using details to give the listener or reader a clear image of what you are trying to say.

• To write a summary of the main points only.

• To express opinions without supporting details.

• To create a fictional story with no basis in reality.

How does point of view influence a story?

• It determines the perspective from which the story is told, affecting how readers perceive events and characters.

• It dictates the genre of the story, such as fiction or non-fiction.

• It influences the length of the story, making it either short or long.

• It has no impact on the story's outcome or character development.

What is stereotyping in literature?

• Labeling all members of a group as being the same without considering individual differences.

• A technique used to create complex characters in a story.

• The process of developing a plot through various narrative techniques.

• A method of analyzing the themes in a literary work.

How can identifying the main idea of a passage aid in comprehension?

• It allows readers to skip unnecessary details.

• It helps readers focus on the key points and understand the overall message.

• It encourages readers to read faster without understanding.

• It makes the text more complex and harder to understand.

How is the tone of a piece of literature defined?

• The tone is the overall emotion (feeling) created by the literature.

• The tone refers to the author's attitude towards the subject matter.

• The tone is the setting and time period of the story.

• The tone is the main theme or message of the literature.