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Worksheets6th Grade ACAP Summative Practice Test
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 14mins
Read the sentences from the passage.
"It's like shuffling a deck and getting the exact same shuffle for 52 cards. You could shuffle every second for the entire life of the universe, and you wouldn't come close to getting two of the same.
" Which conclusion is best supported by the information in the sentences?
Snowflakes are created in a predictable time pattern.
Each snowflake has a twin that looks the same.
Snowflakes have existed for a long time.
Each snowflake has a different design.
In the passage, Dr. Kenneth Libbrecht claims that the size of snow crystals can vary. Which two excerpts from the passage provide the best evidence to support this claim?
Some are long and thin.
Others are short and thick.
Snow does not absorb sunlight.
Sometimes deep snow will appear blue.
This creates a crunchy or creaking sound.
How does the structure of the passage help the reader infer the author's purpose?
The use of cause and effect helps the reader understand that the purpose is to explain to the reader why it is so difficult to discover snow crystals and snowflakes.
The use of problem and solution helps the reader understand that the purpose is to convince the reader to study snow crystals and snowflakes.
The use of question and answer helps the reader understand that the purpose is to provide information about snow crystals and snowflakes.
The use of sequence of events helps the reader understand that the purpose is to relay the history of the study of snow crystals and snowflakes.
Which sentences from the passage best support the inference that temperature can affect how the human ear perceives snow?
Select two sentences
When they fall as snowflakes, they appear white.
Experts at the National Snow and Ice Data Center say that "the colder the snow, the louder the crunch."
As the light travels through many layers of snow, some of it is absorbed.
As the snow begins to melt, it makes no noise at all.
Ice crystals form in a cloud when the temperature in the cloud is below freezing.
Both the text of the passage and the illustration in Figure 2 provide information about snowflakes. Select whether the conclusion is supported by only the passage text or by both the text and figure 2.
Technology has allowed humans to see the intricate designs of snowflakes.
Passage Text Only
Both the Text and Figure 2
Both the text of the passage and the illustration in Figure 2 provide information about snowflakes. Select whether the conclusion is supported by only the passage text or by both the text and figure 2.
An increase in temperature causes water to change from solid to a liquid
Passage Text Only
Both the Text and Figure 2
Both the text of the passage and the illustration in Figure 2 provide information about snowflakes. Select whether the conclusion is supported by only the passage text or by both the text and figure 2.
Science explains why humans perceive snow as sometimes appearing blue.
Passage Text Only
Both the Text and Figure 2
Select the answer choice that describes the rhetorical choice options the author uses in the section "What are snowflakes?"
use of statistics
use of understatement
use of figurative language
use of anecdotes
Select the answer choice that describes how rhetorical choice helps develop a central idea options.
by describing the various shapes of snowflakes
by suggesting that some snowflakes are prettier than others
by emphasizing how weather conditions affect snowflake size
by showing why people enjoy studying snowflakes
This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A: In the last section of the passage, which rhetorical strategy does the author use?
expert opinion
figurative language
statistics
anecdotes
Part B:
How does the strategy used in the last section of the passage support the development of a central idea?
It helps the reader understand that the study of snow is one of the fastest-growing areas of scientific research.
It helps the reader understand that our personal experience with winter affects our opinions about snow.
It helps the reader understand that the study of snow can help us learn about other important ideas in science.
It helps the reader understand that the appreciation of winter leads to our recognition of the beauty of snow.
The main theme of the passage 'Blue Ribbon Power' is:
Perseverance and determination
Friendship and loyalty
Innovation and technology
Nature and environment
Who is Mr. Sutton in the passage 'Blue Ribbon Power'?
Mr. Sutton is a character in the passage 'Blue Ribbon Power'.
Mr. Sutton is the author of 'Blue Ribbon Power'.
Mr. Sutton is a fictional place in 'Blue Ribbon Power'.
Mr. Sutton is a theme in 'Blue Ribbon Power'.
Why did Mr. Sutton give out blue ribbons?
To reward good behavior
To mark attendance
To celebrate a holiday
To identify team members
What did Wyatt announce as they left to step on the sidewalk?
They were going to the park
They were heading to the store
They were visiting a friend
They were going to the library
Who did Cora thank for helping her improve her dribbling and shooting?
Coach Smith
Her brother
Her best friend
Her teammate
Based on the passage, the narrator decided to sign up for the volunteer coach position because:
they wanted to gain experience in coaching.
they were passionate about the sport.
they wanted to help the community.
they were asked by a friend.
The blue ribbon played a significant role in the narrator's decision-making process by:
influencing the narrator's emotions
serving as a reminder of past events
acting as a symbol of hope
being a token of appreciation
The narrator felt that certain people deserved the blue ribbon because:
They were kind and supportive.
They achieved great success.
They were family members.
They were famous personalities.
The narrator felt about coaching Cora, and it had an impact on them.
The narrator felt indifferent and it had no impact on them.
The narrator felt frustrated and it had a negative impact on them.
The narrator felt inspired and it had a positive impact on them.
The narrator felt overwhelmed and it had a mixed impact on them.
The significance of Mr. Sutton in the narrator's life, according to the passage, was:
a mentor and guide.
a distant relative.
an antagonist.
a childhood friend.
"I'm thinking of giving my ribbon to my brother, "Max," Wyatt announced as well fell into step on the sidewalk. "He spent a zillion hours helping us with projects."
How does the use of a literary device in the phrase "a zillion hours" support a specific interpretation of the sentences?
The use of imagery shows that Wyatt appreciates Max's efforts to be on time when helping with projects.
The use of symbolism suggests the ribbon represents the time that Max has spent helping Wyatt.
The use of irony suggests that Wyatt is irritated with Max's disinterest in helping with projects.
The use of hyperbole emphasizes how supportive Max has been in helping Wyatt.
Read the sentence from the passage.
"You kept pestering me until I agreed to attempt my own masterpiece, but my painting looked like a cartoon forest-my little sister, Stella, still has it hanging in her bedroom !"
How does the author's use of dialogue between Matthias and Wyatt in this sentence contribute to the passage?
It suggests that Matthias is a more talented artist than Wyatt.
It introduces the setting for the contest that Matthias enters with Stella.
It shows that Wyatt is a supportive friend to Matthias.
It creates a conflict between Matthias and his younger sister Stella.
Read the sentence from the passage.
Before I knew it, her hand flew out from their hiding place and awarded me a blue ribbon.
I had considered volunteering to help with the elementary basketball program, but I was uncertain of myself. Now that blue ribbon melted away those doubts.
As I walked down the street to knock on Wyatt's door, I held the ribbon reverently in my hand.
How do these events from the plot contribute to the meaning of the passage? Choose two answers.
They suggest that showing gratitude is not an important value for everyone.
They reveal that receiving gratitude makes people want to show gratitude to others.
They indicate that friends are sometimes even more valuable than family members.
They show that being a good friend is difficult and requires showing kindness.
They demonstrate that feeling appreciated can bolster a person’s sense of confidence.
Read the sentence from the passage.
With a goofy grin plastered on my face, I sauntered down the hallway and hung the blue ribbon on my bedroom mirror.
How does the phrase "goofy grin plastered" support a specific interpretation of the sentence?
It suggests that Matthias is confused about receiving the ribbon.
It suggests that Matthias is happy about receiving the ribbon.
It suggests that Matthias is determined to keep the ribbon safe.
It suggests that Matthias is eager to show the ribbon to others.
Part A: How does the author’s characterization of Mathias change from the beginning to the end of the passage?
In the beginning, the author portrays Mathias as not giving much thought to his reason, but after Cora gives Mathias a reason, the author portrays him as seeing value in giving his reason to someone.
In the beginning, the author portrays Mathias as wanting to coach basketball, but after Cora gives Mathias a reason, the author portrays him as deciding not to coach basketball.
In the beginning, the author portrays Mathias as thinking that Wynn is his only friend, but after Cora gives Mathias a reason, the author portrays him as realizing that he has more friends than he thought.
In the beginning, the author portrays Mathias as not wanting to enter the art contest, but after Cora gives Mathias a reason, the author portrays him as wanting to enter the art contest.
Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer in part A?
My mouth gaped open like a fish as Cora spoke.
Slowly, I shut the front door, leaned against it, and stared at the blue ribbon in my hands.
With a spark of excitement, I decided to sign up in the morning as a volunteer coach.
The time, I seriously reflected on the people who supported me.
How does the point of view shape the passage?
The first-person point of view through Matthias lets the reader understand how he changes as the plot develops.
The third-person point of view through all the characters lets the reader understand each character's beliefs.
The third-person point of view through Wyatt lets the reader understand why Wyatt is friends with Matthias.
The first-person point of view through Cora lets the reader understand her opinions about Matthias.
