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Grade 6 Tri 3 ELA Review

Total questions: 34

Worksheet time: 2hrs 39mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which words indicate that a passage is structured in chronological order? 
a)
consequently, effect, cause, because, therefore, so
b)
next, first, finally, then, second, followed by, after
c)
the question is, problem, one answer is, solution
d)
different from, similar to, on the other hand, compared with, as well as
2.
The best definition of theme is...
a)
The lesson the author is teaching. 
b)
The message the author is sending.
c)
A word that summarizes the story.
d)
The character's main problem.
3.
What is the theme of this story?  
a)
Eat your vegetables.
b)
Don't brag. Be modest. 
c)
Don't talk to strangers. 
d)
Necessity is the mother of invention.
4.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't be greedy.
b)
Work together.
c)
Respect your elders. 
d)
Don't steal.
5.

Jefferson's face turned red and he slowly lowered his head when Ms. Dinkins showed him his formal test grade. We can infer that...

a)

Jefferson was extremely happy about his test grade.

b)

Ms. Dinkins was unhappy with Jefferson.

c)

Jefferson was disappointed in himself.

d)

Jefferson was tired from playing Fortnite the previous night.

6.

I like that store. All of the employees strive to make the customers feel welcomed.

a)

attempt

b)

content

c)

regret

d)

don't

7.

Which of the following is not a universal theme?

a)

Treat others how you want to be treated.

b)

Cheaters never win.

c)

People who are good in Math will be successful.

d)

A closed mouth doesn't get fed.

8.

James was worried that his mother would take his cell phone if he didn't get a Level 5 on his ELA EOG. However his mother just wanted him to try his best and to not give up on the tough passages.

a)

1st Person

b)

3rd Person Limited

c)

2nd Person

d)

3rd Person Omniscient.

9.

Whenever Mr. Dingle looked up while his students were working on their morning work, he noticed that Danny kept looking back at him. Mr. Dingle can make an inference that Danny is doing something __________________.

a)

suspicious

b)

sporadic

c)

thoughtful

d)

expressive

10.
Read the paragraph.
I tried watermelon with salt on it because one day my great-aunt told me she liked it that way.  It tasted very different from plain watermelon, but it was pretty good.  I still like plain watermelon best, so I will __________ eat it plain, but once in a while I will eat it with salt just for fun.  Which word best completes the sentence?
a)
finally
b)
usually
c)
therefore
d)
additionally
11.
Read the paragraph from the story.
Danya stood in the long line in the lunchroom and looked around curiously while she waited her turn.  The room was packed with students, but it looked like only those who had brought a lunch from home were eating.  There were no school lunches at the counter yet.  Danya wondered what was causing the delay.  Then she saw a lunchroom worker come through the door from the kitch, pushing a large cart full of fresh, hot food.  The room erupted with cheers.  Choose the best concluding sentence for the paragraph.
a)
Danya was really hungry!
b)
Finally the food was ready!
c)
The other students in line were growing impatient.
d)
Danya wondered what the excitement was all about.
12.

What is the author's claim in the following statement:


Many students today read information online. They use the internet as their main source for all kinds of facts and background in history, science, and other important topics. Less often they use online sources to read narratives. Narrative writing offers insight into human behavior and into issues that each of us face in our daily lives. Readers learn from characters and their triumphs over obstacles. The internet has many online magazines and other sources for narratives, including complete novels. These sources for narrative writing are worth exploring.

a)

Students often use the internet for the wrong reasons.

b)

Students should spend less time reading information online.

c)

Students should spend more time finding narratives online and reading them.

d)

Students should be aware of the false information on the internet.

13.
Which text feature helps you see what you are reading about and understand what you are looking at?
a)
diagram
b)
photo with caption
c)
title
d)
map
14.
Which text feature helps you understand a more detailed or simplified view of information?
a)
diagram
b)
photo with caption
c)
title
d)
map
15.
Hints an author gives to help define an unknown word
a)
metaphor
b)
author's perspective
c)
prediction
d)
context clues
16.
Mr. Thomas sat on the front porch of his house in a bathrobe and bunny slippers with his head in his palm. He was holding the daily newspaper. The sun shined brightly in the sky. His neighbors were coming out of their houses and getting in their cars. Mr. Thomas sighed. His neighbor Mr. Rosencrantz stepped out on his porch and saw Mr. Thomas. "Did it again, huh?" said Mr. Rosencrantz. Mr. Thomas replied, "Yep." Mr. Rosencrantz chuckled and said, "Here, Mr. Thomas, you can use my cell phone. I could even keep a key over here if you wanted." Tom thankfully grabbed the cell phone and called his wife. "Honey, I did it again." Mr. Rosencrantz heard Mrs. Thomas yelling at Mr. Thomas in a distorted high-pitched squeal. "Yes, dear. I'm so sorry. I'll see you soon," Mr. Thomas returned the phone, sighed deeply, and ran his fingers through his hair.
The reader can infer that Mr.Thomas will see Mrs.Thomas soon because - 
a)
She has to come back and give him his phone
b)
She has to come back and let him into the house.
c)
She has to come pick him up and drive him to work.
d)
She is bringing him another copy of the newspaper.
17.

If all this extra water is diverted directly into a stream channel, several important changes will occur.


What is the meaning of the word diverted as it is used in the sentence?

a)

pushed

b)

sped forward

c)

brought together

d)

redirected

18.

Based on the information in paragraph 8, what inference can be drawn about water movement in cities?

a)

Natural waterways have disappeared.

b)

Natural waterways are overloaded with rainwater.

c)

There are fewer natural waterways now than in the past.

d)

Flooding is caused when man-made waterways overflow.

19.

Which quotation from the passage supports the idea that the Mole and the Rat are unfamiliar with each other?

a)

"Then the two animals stood and regarded each other cautiously."

b)

"'Hello, Mole!' said the Water Rat. "Hullo, Rat!' said the Mole."

c)

"'Oh, it's all very well to talk,' said the Mole rather pettishly..."

d)

"The Rat sculled smartly across and made fast."

20.

Read the sentence from paragraph 2.


In fact, in some American Indian tribes women held much of the power.


How does this sentence support the idea in the passage that women were important?

a)

It shows the consistency of the role of women in colonial America.

b)

It explains why some women help power in society while others did not.

c)

It contrasts the power of women in one culture as opposed to the women in another culture.

d)

It describes how American Indian women inspired colonial women to accept a greater role in society.

21.
Parents can help their children succeed in school by getting involved in their studies.  They should get to know their children’s teachers by attending school activities as often as possible.  They should also talk about what their children are learning in school.  Another good idea is to look over children’s homework before they hand it in, and help them with any questions or problems.
a)
In short, parents need to be engaged in their child’s studies in order to ensure success.
b)
b)        These are just a few ways parents can be part of their child’s education, and the child is sure to benefit.
c)
By doing these relatively simple things, parents can make a huge difference.
d)
Parents must get involved in their children’s studies if they want them to succeed.
22.

Which is the best concluding sentence?

a)

I'm glad you read all about the sun, have a good night.

b)

The sun certainly is a fascinating part of our solar system.

c)

The sun has eruptions called solar flares.

23.
For the walls, Jenny thought she would use a bright yellow paint. She would pick a border that had mostly bright red and green colors, and maybe a little bit of blue. She already had found some curtains that were sky blue with streaks of red, blue and yellow that she thought would go great with the walls. And finally, she had picked a carpet that was mostly blue with specks of red and yellow. Jenny couldn't wait till she was done decorating her room. It was really going to look awesome.
 The Summary of this passage is:
a)
Jenny likes bright colors.
b)
Jenny was going to paint her room.
c)
Jenny was picking out colors and materials to decorate her room.
d)
Yellow is a good color to paint your walls.
24.

He had hoped to be the next American Idol. _____________ he was not a very good singer.

a)

Unfortunately,

b)

Furthermore,

c)

For instance,

d)

Additionally,

25.

I have eighty-eight baseball cards in my collection.

____________ I also have seventy-three football cards.

a)

For example,

b)

In addition,

c)

In other words,

d)

Furthermore,

26.

She didn’t enjoy running the confidence course. ________ she always did her best.

a)

For example,

b)

However,

c)

Instead,

d)

Even so,

27.

He was an outstanding President. _______ he may have been the best President of them all.

a)

However

b)

In fact

c)

Then

d)

For instance

28.
What is a thesis statement?
a)
A general idea of what the essay is about
b)
A summary of the main idea
c)
A statement that explains the main idea of an essay
d)
A suggestion that you should read the essay
29.
Where should a thesis statement appear?
a)
first paragraph
b)
anywhere in the essay
c)
last paragraph
d)
the first sentence of every paragraph
30.
Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?
a)
Violent video games are harmful for young people to play.
b)
Violent video games are harmful to young people, and it should be stopped.
c)
Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because  it promotes a sedentary lifestyle, encourages violence, and can cause children to become desensitized to death.
d)
Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.
31.
Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly, low maintenance, and have great personalities.
a)
First, cats are affectionate creatures.
b)
Next, cats are inexpensive.
c)
In addition, it is not hard to take care of a cat.
d)
Finally, every cat has a unique personality.
32.
Read the claim and the supporting evidence.Claim: Tori is an exceptionally organized person.Evidence: Last month, Tori flawlessly prepared and served a meal for thirty guests.Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
a)
Tori also takes cooking courses at the community college
b)
Only an organized person can successfully manage such a project
33.
You need to find out some general information about the Communist Revolution in Russia.  Which resource would you use to find that information?
a)
dictionary
b)
thesaurus
c)
encyclopedia
d)
almanac
34.

"Recess is a great thing to have at school! It gives students a break where they can move around. They are able to eat a snack and breathe fresh air. Maybe a longer recess should be considered!"

The author's view point about recess is that...

a)

recess is good for children

b)

recess is boring

c)

we should not have recess

d)

recess is a bad idea