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English Skills Assessment for 6th Grade

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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1.

Read the following paragraph and summarise it in two sentences: 'The sun was setting over the hills, casting a warm glow across the fields. The birds were singing their evening songs as the day came to a close.'

a)

The sun sets behind the mountains, and the stars begin to twinkle in the sky.

b)

The sun rises over the hills, illuminating the fields as night falls.

c)

The sun is high in the sky, and the birds are silent during the day.

d)

The sun sets over the hills, creating a warm glow, while birds sing their evening songs.

2.

Edit the following sentence for grammar: 'She go to the shop yesterday to buy some milk.'

a)

She go to the shop to buy some milk yesterday.

b)

She gone to the shop yesterday to buy some milk.

c)

She went to the shop yesterday to buy some milk.

d)

She goes to the shop yesterday to buy some milk.

3.

Summarise this text in one sentence: 'The book tells the story of a young girl who discovers a hidden talent for painting and how it changes her life.'

a)

A young girl struggles with her painting skills but finds joy in other hobbies.

b)

The book is about a young boy who becomes a famous musician.

c)

A young girl discovers her talent for painting, transforming her life.

d)

A girl learns to play the piano, which changes her life.

4.

Correct the grammar in this sentence: 'He don't like to play football on rainy days.'

a)

He don't likes to play football on rainy days.

b)

He doesn't likes to play football on rainy days.

c)

He doesn't like to play football on rainy days.

d)

He not like to play football on rainy days.

5.

Read the passage and summarise it: 'In the heart of the city, there is a small park where children play and families gather for picnics. It is a peaceful place amidst the hustle and bustle of urban life.'

a)

A small park in the city where children play and families gather for picnics, offering peace in a bustling environment.

b)

A busy shopping mall with various stores and restaurants.

c)

A quiet library where people read and study.

d)

A large amusement park filled with rides and attractions.

6.

Edit the following sentence: 'The cat chased it's tail around the garden.'

a)

The cat chases its tail around the garden.

b)

The cat chased its tail around the garden.

c)

The cat chased its tails around the garden.

d)

The cat chased it's tail around the garden.

7.

Summarise the following text: 'Every summer, the local community holds a festival to celebrate the harvest. There are games, food stalls, and live music for everyone to enjoy.'

a)

An autumn celebration featuring Halloween costumes and trick-or-treating.

b)

A summer festival celebrating the harvest with games, food, and music.

c)

A winter festival with ice skating and hot chocolate.

d)

A spring event focused on planting flowers and gardening.

8.

Correct the grammar in this sentence: 'They was excited to go on holiday next week.'

a)

They are excited to go on holidays next week.

b)

They is excited to go on holiday next week.

c)

They were exciting to go on holiday next week.

d)

They were excited to go on holiday next week.

9.

Read the text and provide a brief summary: 'The scientist conducted an experiment to test the effects of light on plant growth. The results showed that plants grow taller when exposed to more sunlight.'

a)

Plants require water to grow taller.

b)

Plants grow taller with more sunlight.

c)

Light has no effect on plant growth.

d)

Plants grow faster in the dark.

10.

Edit this sentence for proper grammar: 'The teacher ask the students to complete their homework by Friday.'

a)

The teacher asked the students to complete their homework by Friday.

b)

The teachers asks the students to complete their homework by Friday.

c)

The teacher ask the student to complete their homework by Friday.

d)

The teacher asks the students to complete their homework by Friday.