Worksheets6th Grade Oklahoma ELA State Test Review (6.4.1-6.6.R.3)
Total questions: 55
Worksheet time: 3hrs 45mins
In paragraph 1, the author uses descriptive details in the setting to develop the
characterization.
plot.
point of view.
solution.
In paragraph 2, the author uses onomatopoeia and interjection to
add other characters to the story.
add suspense to the story.
help the reader relax while reading the story.
add new vocabulary words to the story.
Identify the point of view the author used in this story.
first person by the narrator
first person by a friend watching
third person by a friend watching
third person by an unknown narrator
The author uses the unknown sound that was like a sigh to
be more descriptive.
introduce the protagonist.
scare the reader.
foreshadow the friend’s trick.
The author most likely wrote this story to
persuade the reader.
direct the reader.
entertain the reader.
inform the reader.
In the selection, the word autobiography, as well as words like biography and biology, come from the Latin word for
love.
life.
riches.
help.
Understanding the meaning of the prefix pre- and combining it with the word publication, the reader can determine that the word prepublication in the selection refers to
before the book was published.
during the time the book was published.
after the book was published.
never having the book published.
Based on the Latin prefix micro-, meaning small, the word microwave means
large waves.
hot waves.
some heat.
little waves.
In the selection, the word phonetic, as well as words like telephone and phonics, come from the Greek word for
word.
eyes.
sound.
insect.
In the selection, the word composing comes from the Latin word pose, meaning
to put.
to be self-assured.
to destroy.
to be empty.
Which best shows the meaning of indigo as it is used in the selection?
copies
pencil
dark blue
designs
Which meaning is the best definition of architectural as it is first used in the selection?
medical
sketches
paper
building
Which meaning is the best definition of tails as it is used in the selection?
medical wire
picture on a coin
man's suit
end of an object
Which phrase best reflects the meaning of neurosurgery as it is used in the selection?
delicate
nerve operation
dangerous
associational
What is the meaning of the word pentagon as it is used in the selection?
government
five sides
armed forces
hospital
What does the homograph bass mean the first time it is used in paragraph 2?
bait
fish
present
vocal range
What is a synonym for the word variety in paragraph 3?
assortment
small
group
diseased
Which of these words in paragraph 5 is an example of a homograph?
corner
shirt
mishap
tear
Complete the analogy.
Writers are to books as Brian is to___________
shirts.
lessons.
misadventures.
school.
What is an antonym for the word different in paragraph 7?
small
large
usual
casual
festival
noun fes·ti·val
Simple Definition of festival
1. a special time
2. event when people gather to celebrate something
3. an organized series of performances
In paragraph 3, which definition best describes the word festival as it is used in the selection?
definition 1
definition 2
definition 3
definition 4
If you wanted to find the pronunciation for the word transforms, which resource would you use?
glossary
thesaurus
dictionary
almanac
Which resource would you use to find a synonym?
glossary
thesaurus
dictionary
almanac
When is a glossary most helpful?
when needing to find a particular definition
when needing a particular synonym
when needing syllabication
when needing pronunciation
Which resource would you use to find the syllabication of the word exhibits in paragraph 4?
almanac
thesaurus
glossary
dictionary
Some students can make good grades without studying.
Usually, the best students work hard.
Select the best way to combine the above sentences into one sentence.
Some students can make good grades without studying because successful students work hard.
Usually the most successful students work hard, or students who don’t study can’t make good grades.
Some students can make good grades without studying, but usually the most successful students work hard.
Students who make good grades without studying work hard.
The teachers were happy because it was their last day of school.
The teachers were happy, and it was the last day of school.
The above sentences express similar ideas using different conjunctions. How does changing the conjunction change the meaning of the sentences?
The first sentence explains why the teachers were happy. The second sentence explains it was the last day of school.
The first sentence explains why the teachers are happy. The second sentence explains why the teachers are leaving the school.
The first sentence explains why it was the last day of school. The second sentence explains why the teachers were happy.
Changing the conjunction does not change the meaning.
The evening air turned brisk, so Maria left the party to get her sweater.
What is the role of the conjunction in the above compound sentence?
It shows the similarities between the ideas on either side of the conjunction.
It shows that the second idea is an option for the first idea.
It shows that the second idea is in contrast to the first idea.
It shows that the second idea is a result of the first idea.
Select the compound sentence.
He picked up his daughter from her school, and they went to the store.
After he picked up his daughter, they went to the store.
He picked up his daughter from school. Then they drove to the store.
Before he went to the store, he had to pick up his daughter from school.
Which of the following sentences uses a conjunction to show a contrast or contradiction?
The fourth of July is one of Scott’s favorite holidays, but he doesn’t like extremely loud noises.
Scott doesn’t like extremely loud noises, so he avoids celebrations on the fourth of July.
The fourth of July is one of Scott’s favorite holidays since he doesn’t like extremely loud noises.
Scott doesn’t like extremely loud noises, the fourth of July is one of his favorite holidays, and he loves the summer vacation.
Juan and Miguel ride their bikes to school every day.
What can be determined from the verb tense in the sentence above?
They currently get to school by riding their bikes.
They have ridden their bikes to school a few times in the past.
They will ride their bikes to school at some point in the future.
They rode their bikes to school this morning.
Advanced technology has allowed friends living in separate states to communicate like never before.
The verb tense in the sentence indicates that
When technology improves, friends living in separate states will be able to communicate better.
At one time, friends living in separate states were able to communicate like they never had before because of advanced technology.
Before the advance of technology, friends living in separate states were able to communicate like they never have since.
Friends living in separate states are currently able to communicate better than ever before because of advanced technology.
After school the girls are going to get frozen yogurt from the shop around the corner.
What can be determined from the verb tense in the sentence?
The girls always go to the frozen yogurt shop around the corner.
The girls will go to get frozen yogurt after school.
The girls got frozen yogurt after school yesterday.
The girls have never gone to get frozen yogurt before.
When reading a history selection, it would most likely be in which tense?
Present perfect
present
past
future
Having experienced only a few luxuries in his lifetime, Grandpa will enjoy his fancy new car.
The verb tense in the sentence above indicates that
Grandpa hasn’t experienced many luxuries before, but he is going to enjoy his fancy new car when he gets it.
Grandpa will have luxuries, so he will enjoy his new car when he gets it.
Grandpa enjoyed luxuries in the past, and he also enjoyed his fancy new car when he got it.
Grandpa enjoys all luxuries, including the new car he will receive.
In the duel between two politicians, Alexander Hamilton were shot by Aaron Burr.
Identify the correct subject and verb in the sentence above.
politicians/were
Hamilton/were
Hamilton/was
duel/was
Eliza Hamilton, one of seven siblings, _______ a mother to eight children.
Select the verb that best fits in the sentence above.
were
was
be
are
Most of the worst decision in my life was made on impulse.
What change, if any, should be made to the sentence above?
no change
Most of the worst decisions in my life is made on impulse.
Most of the worst decision in my life wasn't made on impulse.
Most of the worst decisions in my life were made on impulse.
While some people like cats and others prefer dogs, there are a few who has no preference between the two types of pets.
What change, if any should be made to the sentence above?
No change.
While some people like cats and others prefers dogs, there are a few who has no preference between the two types of pets.
While some people like cats and other prefer dogs, there are a few who has no preference between the two types of pets.
While some people like cats and others prefer dogs, there are a few who have no preference between the two types of pets.
All of the following sentences have correct subject/verb agreement except:
General Washington were the commander of the colonies’ armies.
John Laurens was an abolitionist.
George Eaker shot and killed Phillip Hamilton.
Angelica Schuyler was the daughter of Phillip Schuyler.
If you were writing a report about sports injuries, which of the following would be the best research question?
What sports are played indoors?
What sport is most likely to result in injuries to players?
What are the requirements for becoming a sports trainer?
What is the difference between college and professional sports?
If you were writing a report about George Washington, which of the following would be the best research question?
What were George Washington’s greatest accomplishments?
How many schools have been named after George Washington?
Did George Washington have any children?
Who was George Washington’s vice-president?
Which of these questions would be the least helpful in learning about the Belvidere Mansion in Claremore, OK?
When was the Belvidere Mansion built?
How is the Belvidere Mansion different now than it was when it was first built.
How much does it cost to rent a room in the Belvidere Mansion for a party?
How many rooms are in the Belvidere Mansion?
Which of the following questions would be the least helpful in finding information about the Sahara Desert?
What movies have been filmed in the Sahara Desert?
What is the average temperature in the Sahara Desert?
What types of animals live in the Sahara Desert?
How big is the Sahara Desert?
Which of these questions would be the least helpful in finding information about the impact of pollution in America?
What causes pollution?
Does pollution hurt a person’s health?
What cities in America have the most pollution?
Do students learn about pollution in school?
Which of the following is the best method for recording information found on a topic?
summarizing the information and noting sources for later reference and use
copying all the information word for word
bookmarking the pages where you found the information
making copies of the pages where you found the information
For information about pollution which of the following would be considered a secondary source?
an encyclopedia entry about pollution
an interview with a person who lives in an area with pollution
a doctor who treats people with breathing problems caused by pollution
a photograph of pollution in a city
On a report about How Pollution Impacts Humans’ Lives, which of the following would be considered a primary source?
an encyclopedia entry about pollution
an interview with a doctor who treats people with breathing problems caused by pollution
a newspaper article about doctors who treat people with breathing problems caused by
pollution
a report that summarizes recent studies about the impact of pollution on humans
One of the best ways to organize information you need to write is by using
a worksheet.
direct quotes.
chapters.
an outline.
When you include a direct quote in your research, you are
writing down your own ideas about a topic.
paraphrasing information you have found about a topic.
writing down someone else’s words exactly as said.
summarizing information you have found about a topic.
Which of the following would be the most reliable source of information when learning about chocolate?
a television commercial for a candy bar
a book entitled From the Cocoa Bean to the Chocolate Bar
a movie called Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
an interview with a chef
Which of the following statements is an opinion?
George Washington’s brother died of tuberculosis.
George Washington became commander of all Virginia troops when he was just 23.
George Washington’s biggest failure was when he applied for a commission with the
British army and was turned down.
George Washington married Martha Dandridge Custis.
Which source title would be most likely to help the reader find information about Jackie Kennedy’s influence on fashion in America?
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis: The Untold Story
Jackie Kennedy: The Biography
American Queen: The Life of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Jackie Kennedy: The Clothes of Camelot
Which source title would be most likely to help the reader learn about the most recent flu preventions and treatment?
local news reports on the number of flu cases diagnosed
a book, Flu Pandemic of 1918
Department of Health and Human Services web site, www.dhhs.gov/flu-season_2016
an interview with someone recovering from the flu
Which of the following statements is a fact?
Elijah is a tall basketball player.
Darren is the tallest basketball player on his team.
Larry is a serious basketball player.
Sean is the most serious basketball player on the team.
