6th Grade SC Ready-Reading Practice

In text A, why does Jamie change the approach to the science fair project?

• Because Ms. Chen suggested a different direction

• After realizing the importance of solving real problems rather than impressing others

• To make the project easier to complete before the deadline

• Because Tyler insisted on changing the design completely

Which detail from text A explains why Jamie initially wanted to create an impressive project?

• "This year's theme is 'Sustainable Solutions."

• "Alex is building a wind turbine that powers a whole miniature town."

• "Alex always acts like I'm not smart enough for science."

• "The science fair is in three days, and I have nothing!"

Which statement best states the theme of text A?

• Working with friends makes difficult tasks easier

• Competition brings out the best in people

• True success comes from solving problems rather than seeking recognition

• Teachers should allow students to work in groups

Read the sentences from text A: "JAMIE: (frustrated) Nothing is working! My solar-powered water filter is a complete disaster." What do the words in parentheses help readers understand about the character?

• Jamie’s appearance

• Jamie’s emotional state

• Jamie’s relationship with Tyler

• Jamie’s intelligence level

Read this paragraph from text B: "Maya traced her finger along the faded lines of the map, her heart pounding with anticipation. The afternoon sun filtered through the leaves of the old oak tree in her grandmother's backyard, creating dancing patterns on the yellowed paper." The word "anticipation" contains the root "antic." Based on the use of "anticipation" in the paragraph above, what does the root "antic" mean?

• Before

• Against

• Around

• After

In text B, how does Maya feel when she discovers what's inside the metal box?

• Disappointed because there was no gold

• Confused about the items' significance

• Surprised but appreciative of the meaningful connection

• Angry that her grandmother kept secrets

Which detail from text B best supports the story's theme that true value isn't always in material things?

• "Maya traced her finger along the faded lines of the map, her heart pounding with anticipation."

• "The true treasure is not what you find at the end of a journey, but the discoveries you make along the way."

• "Maya studied the intricate details the compass rose, the careful handwriting, and the mysterious symbol marking what appeared to be the location of hidden treasure."

• "After twenty minutes of hiking, they reached Dragon's Teeth a formation of five pointed rocks jutting from the ground."

In text B, which words describe Maya's actions while also illustrating her determined personality?

• "Maya traced her finger along the faded lines of the map"

• "Maya sighed impatiently. 'We've played in these woods a million times."

• "Maya gasped as realization dawned."

• "Maya opened the journal with trembling fingers"

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then answer part B. Part A: In text A, how does the author reveal the topic of collaboration?

• Through dialogue between characters

• Through stage directions

• Through the setting description

• Through character names

Part B: In text B, how does the author reveal the topic of family heritage?

• Through intense action sequences

• Through detailed natural descriptions

• Through Maya's thoughts and discoveries

• Through conversations with neighbors