PARCC Grade 6 ELA 3

Question 1

What is a metaphor?

Accepted Answer

A direct comparison without 'like' or 'as'

Answer

A metaphor compares two things directly by stating one is the other.

Question 2

Which of these is a primary source?

Accepted Answer

A diary written during an event

Answer

A primary source is an original, firsthand account such as a diary.

Question 3

What does the prefix 're-' usually mean?

Accepted Answer

Again

Answer

The prefix 're-' means 'again,' as in 'rewrite' or 'redo.'

Question 4

Which sentence has correct subject-verb agreement?

Accepted Answer

The dogs run in the yard.

Answer

Plural subject 'dogs' agrees with the plural verb 'run.'

Question 5

What is an inference?

Accepted Answer

A conclusion based on evidence and reasoning

Answer

An inference is a logical conclusion drawn from textual clues and reasoning.

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