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Worksheets6th TN state test prep
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 1hrs 11mins
A. Make a list of questions about your topic.
B. Decide upon a natural disaster topic.
C. Find information about your topic.
D. List what you already know about your topic.
What MUST be included in a summary of an informational text ?
Beginning, middle and end
Central idea and two or more important details
all details
What is the central idea of a passage?
the most important point the writer is trying to make, and sometimes referred to as theme
interesting and entertaining ideas
the details
the most difficult idea the author is trying to explain
Facts, examples, reasons and descriptions that expand on the central idea are called?
main ideas
table legs
supporting details
interesting details
Sometimes you can figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word or phrase by looking at its ____.
main idea
guessing
prefix, suffix and/or context clues
Determine whether this character is dynamic or static:
Although Mary began the year as a rude, drama stricken teen, by the end of the year, she cared more about her future and furthering her own happiness.
Dynamic Characterization
Static Characterization
The root spec means look. What does the word inspect mean?
to draw something very carefully
to look at something very closely
to listen to something very carefully
to run very carefully
Read the following poem:
Rain Sizes By John Ciardi
Rain comes in various sizes.
Some rain is as small as a mist.
It tickles your face with surprises,
And tingles as if you’d been kissed.
Some rain is the size of a sprinkle
And doesn’t put out all the sun.
You can see the drops sparkle and twinkle,
And a rainbow comes out when it’s done.
Some rain is as big as a nickel
And comes with a crash and a hiss.
It comes down too heavy to tickle.
It’s more like a splash than a kiss.
When it rains the right size and you’re wrapped in
Your rainclothes, it’s fun out of doors.
But run home before you get trapped in
The big rain that rattles and roars.
Which description of the rain is a simile?
Rain comes in various sizes. (line 1)
Some rain is the size of a sprinkle (line 5)
And a rainbow comes out when it’s done. (line 8)
Some rain is as big as a nickel (line 9)
Read the following poem:
Rain Sizes By John Ciardi
Rain comes in various sizes.
Some rain is as small as a mist.
It tickles your face with surprises,
And tingles as if you’d been kissed.
Some rain is the size of a sprinkle
And doesn’t put out all the sun.
You can see the drops sparkle and twinkle,
And a rainbow comes out when it’s done.
Some rain is as big as a nickel
And comes with a crash and a hiss.
It comes down too heavy to tickle.
It’s more like a splash than a kiss.
When it rains the right size and you’re wrapped in
Your rainclothes, it’s fun out of doors.
But run home before you get trapped in
The big rain that rattles and roars.
Which image appeals to your sense of hearing?
Some rain is as small as a mist. (line 2)
You can see the drops sparkle and twinkle. (line 7)
And comes with a crash and a hiss. (line 10)
It comes down too heavy to tickle. (line 11)
Which is NOT a transition word/phrase to explain similarities (compare)?
both
also
although
likewise
Which is NOT a transition word/phrase to explain differences (contrast)?
on the other hand
additionally
unlike
differently
What is the purpose of a comparison essay?
Focus on explaining specific information about a topic, idea, or character.
Focus on the ways certain things or ideas - usually two - are similar and different from one another.
Defend one side of an argument by providing reason, facts, and details as to why it is the better option.
The root miss means send. What does the word mission mean?
a task or job where you measure something
a task or job you are pushed into completing
a task or job you are sent to do
a task or job that is completed in a lazy manner
The cat was coming up the dirt path toward the dining hall. This time, other campers saw it, too.
"A cat! Maybe it's hungry," someone said. Another person brought a bowl of leftovers from the dining hall.
"Don't feed that cat!" Dan boomed as he came striding down the path.
"But it's hungry," one camper pleaded. As if on cue, the cat whined pitifully.
What does the word pitifully mean as used in the text?
miserable or hopeless
angry or annoyed
friendly or welcoming
none of the above
A few days before the first competition, Kofi was eating dinner with his family.
"How's Math Team?" Kwabena asked between mouthfuls.
"Good," Kofi said. "The first competition is Saturday."
"This Saturday?" Kwabena bit his lip and grimaced. "Oh no! We're running drills all day. Regionals are coming up. I wish I could go, Kofi, really."
Their father looked up from his plate. "Kwabena, you should really come to support your brother.
What does the word grimace mean based on the context clues?
to show happiness on your face
to show pain or disgust on your face
to show hunger on your face
none of the above
In school, many of Victor's friends told him they had watched the video. By lunchtime, kids he didn't even know were coming to the lunch table to talk about it.
Victor could see that Mateo was elated at all the attention. Victor was also glad that people liked it. But he could barely eat his lunch. He felt as if everyone was looking at him.
What does the word elated mean as used in the text?
nervous and uncomfortable
happy and excited
stuck- up and boastful
none of the above
Sam looked down the trail and saw Dara waving.
"Come down!" she yelled. "Be careful!"
The rocks and boulders were slippery and treacherous. Sam and Anushree climbed down slowly. Sam was shaking, and his legs felt like jelly by the time they reached Dara.
What does the word treacherous mean as used in the text?
humble
secure
immense
dangerous
When making an inference, you must consider what two things?
background knowledge + text evidence
central idea + interesting details
background knowledge + the summary
text evidence + interesting details
What's the narrator's point of view?
They worked together for an hour or more without speaking. Ellen was grave and absorbed in the anxious thoughts of that spring; Jethro was accustomed to adapting himself to the behaviors and moods of older people, and he found enough in the world about him to occupy his interest as he worked.
first person
second person
third person
none of the above
What point of view does the narrator use in this passage?
You can walk the length of Division Avenue, if you've got all day. . . . You come here for the first time, and you think all your hopes and dreams have come true. Your life will end happily ever after.
first person
second person
third person
none of the above
What point of view does the narrator use in this passage?
Hungry Joe was crazy, and no one knew it better than Yossarian, who did everything he could to help him. Hungry Joe just wouldn't listen to Yossarian. Hungry Joe just wouldn't listen because he thought Yossarian was crazy.
first person
second person
third person
none of the above
Which sentence is more formal?
Most of the apartments in New York City cost an arm and a leg.
Most of the apartments in New York City are extremely expensive.
Which sentence is more formal?
Employees should respond to emails at their earliest convenience.
Employees should respond to emails ASAP.
Complete the sentence so that it uses personification.
The frozen waffles, now deliciously warm and brown, ___________ from the toaster.
popped up
leaped
none of the above
Complete the sentence so that it uses personification.
The smoke detector, which had long been silent, suddenly ______ with a loud ring.
awoke
went off
simile
none of the above
Read the following paragraph. How can the writer best improve his or her organization?
In the 1800s, egrets were hunted in the United States for their long white plumes (feathers). As a result, the birds were nearly wiped out completely. Thankfully, conservation measures were put in place, and the birds were protected. In fact, in recent years, egrets have expanded their range northward, moving beyond their original habitat in the American South. The egret is a large white bird that lives near marshes, lakes, ponds, and other wetland areas.
by providing descriptions of egrets when they are first introduced
by removing the sentence about the egrets' expanded range
by removing the date
by including the textual evidence
Read the following paragraph. How can the author improve his or her word choice?
If I could invent something, I would create a really nice bicycle. My bike would have a good seat and great tires so that I could ride it anywhere. It would also have a bell and special pockets for carrying things. A special top would be wonderful, so I could ride it in the rain but also enjoy the sun. I would choose a fun color to reflect my personality. Inventing a new bike would be cool.
by reducing repetitive language
by using more specific language
by reducing wordiness
none of the above
Read the following paragraph. How can the student improve his or her grammar and mechanics?
Everyone agree that recess is important for children in elementary school, but what about middle school students? I believe that students in middle school needs time to relax and have fun during the school day. A period of free time in the afternoons give students the opportunity to go outside and enjoy some fresh air. Studies shows that exercise benefits students' attention spans. Exercise can also reduce stress, which many middle school students face on a daily basis. Therefore, middle school students in our country deserves recess, too.
removing the wordiness
adding a thesis statement
by fixing the subject-verb agreement
by adding missing commas
