Practice Test 3 - 6th Grade Writing
20 questions. Answer them in any order, then submit to see your score and every explanation.
- Based on the information given, which revision best corrects the vague pronoun "which" in the first sentence?
- To clarify the contrast relationship in this passage, which transition fits best: "Solids keep their shape. ___ liquids take the shape of their container"?
- Read the passage opening: "Animals that migrate move from one place to another at certain times of year. Scientists group migration into seasonal migration, daily migration, and one-way migration. Each kind happens for a reason, such as finding food, safer weather, or a place to raise young. This text will describe each kind and give examples of animals that use it." Which organizational strategy does the author use to organize the introduction?
- What is the MAIN weakness in how Carlos has used evidence in this paragraph?
- Which opening best engages and orients the reader with a clear hook, setting, and natural sequence? Opening 1: I like soccer. My friend is funny. School is okay. Sometimes things happen. Opening 2: "Don't open that locker!" Kira whispered on Friday afternoon in the crowded seventh-grade hallway. I'm Ben, and I had just transferred to Maple Ridge Middle that week, so I thought she was joking. Then the locker door rattled from the inside, and everyone nearby went silent.
- When evaluating sources about the American Revolution, which source is most credible?
- Read the sentence. That Chromebook charger on the desk is ___. Which pronoun correctly completes the sentence?
- Text 1 (traditional tale excerpt): "A traveler shared his last piece of bread with a hungry stranger. The stranger revealed he was the Mountain Spirit and offered a single wish. The traveler wished for a warm meal for every home in the valley." Text 2 (modern realistic summary): A student starts a 'spare snack' box in the classroom for anyone who forgets breakfast. At first, some kids joke about it, but soon many classmates quietly add food and thank the student. Both texts address kindness/compassion. What is the main difference in how the lesson is delivered?
- Emma has only one math teacher. Which sentence correctly sets off the nonrestrictive appositive "Mr. Chen" with commas?
- A student is revising for word choice. Which revision best replaces the repetitive word good with more specific language? Student draft (revising stage): "Reading is good for your brain. It is a good way to learn new words."
- What key differences in register and tone make one speech more effective than the other for this formal setting?
- Chen wants to know the part of speech for contract in "They will contract with a builder." Which reference material should he consult?
- David needs to strengthen his argument by improving the connection between his evidence and claim. Which revision best demonstrates logical reasoning and clear relationships?
- Amir sees this entry: con•tract /kənˈtrakt/ v. To enter into an agreement. What does v. tell him?
- For a short historical investigation, a student plans to use 4 sources to answer: "Why did settlers choose Jamestown's location?" Which source set best fits the project's need for several credible sources?
- Look at the sentences from a formal history essay for the school website. Which revision keeps the style and tone consistent? 1) The Industrial Revolution changed how goods were produced. 2) Factory work increased as machines replaced many hand tools. 3) Workers were, like, totally stressed out by the new schedules. 4) Many factories had unsafe conditions and long hours.
- Read the argument: Our school should add more crossing guards because traffic is heavy at dismissal, younger students need help crossing, and it would reduce near-miss accidents. Which conclusion best explains the broader significance of the reasons?
- In the passage, a student writes, "Earth's spinning causes day and night." Which domain-specific term is more precise than spinning?
- A student claims the Dust Bowl happened mainly because of poor farming practices and drought. Which evidence is a credible, relevant source to support this historical claim?
- Compare the two passages about adding a recycling program at school. Passage 1: "The school should establish a recycling program because it would reduce waste and enhance responsibility." Passage 2: "We really want recycling because it's good and it'll make school better." Which best describes the style difference?