6th Grade Reading CATS Review Which of these steps must be

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6th Grade Reading

• CATS Review

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Ironing Out Cereal
Iron is very important for building muscles and
getting strong, but did you know that you can
find iron in some cereals? Try this experiment
below on your favorite cereal!
Materials 2-3 cups iron fortified (added)
cereal magnet bowl spoon or other utensil
water blender (optional) 1. Pour the cereal
into a bowl or blender.2. Add enough water to
completely cover the cereal. An exact measurement
is not necessary. Iron does not dissolve in
water, so the amount is not important. 3. Mash
the cereal with a spoon or mix it with the water
using a blender. The more finely ground the
cereal is, the easier it will be to get the
iron.4. Stir the magnet through the crushed
cereal. Iron is heavy and will sink, so pay
attention to the bottom of the bowl. If you used
a blender, make sure you can get to the small
pieces of iron at the bottom of the pitcher.5.
Look for the black "fuzz" or iron on the magnet.
It's easiest to see the iron by wiping the magnet
against a white napkin or paper towel.
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Which of these steps must be done first in this
experiment?

• Mix the water and cereal.
• Stir the magnet in the water.
• Wipe the magnet on a towel or napkin.
• Look for black "fuzz" on the magnet.

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What is the purpose of the passage?

• to encourage people to eat more iron
• to tell how to use magnets and blenders
• to show how to get iron out of cereal
• to explain how iron dissolves in water

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Why is it helpful to use a white napkin or paper
towel at the end of the experiment?

• It is important to clean up after the experiment.
  
• It is easier to see the black iron on white
  paper.
• It is better to eat the cereal on a paper towel.
• It is difficult to clean magnets with cloth
  towels.

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Why is it not necessary to measure the water
exactly?

• The amount of water depends on the amount of
  cereal.
• The water does not have any effect on the
  experiment.
• The cereal tastes better with water added.
• The iron will soak up any extra water.

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Which item is most important in the experiment?

• an electric blender
• cereal with added iron
• a plastic knife
• a paper towel

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From A to Zby Tonya Becerra      Sweeping open
the heavy doors of the library, Maria felt the
rush of cool air.      Grandpa had always called
the library the best travel agent that existed.
Slowly, Maria was beginning to be convinced.
     Going to the library reminded Maria of the
way an airplane climbs at take-off. That feeling
of flight was thrilling, especially without the
nervous "butterflies" in her stomach that she got
with real airplanes. Instead, she smiled broadly,
excited about what might be in store for her.
     Where should I travel to today? she thought
to herself.     Last week, she had visited
famous presidents' faces, carved into huge stone
layers. Mount Rushmore was a place that had
always interested her. How could they have done
that? Who created them in the first place? And
why?      Not only did the library serve as a
wonderful travel agent, it also played the part
of historian and highly knowledgeable tour
guide. Her "tour book" had answered all of her
questions and explained all of the curious
details she could dream up and so much more.
     
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She also enjoyed being able to leisurely stroll
down aisles upon aisles of books. She could stop
and look at any one of them that caught her
attention.     Today, she started with Africa,
but then she stopped herself.      "Why do I
have to start with the A's? Why does it always
have to be in order or make sense? I'm on
vacation."     "Why not throw caution to the
wind?" Grandpa would say when he wanted her to
try something new or different.      So she
turned around and headed toward the opposite end
of the shelves. "Oh, the Z's. That's certainly
different," she said.                          
                   The first book spine that
caught her eye was a bold, sparkling gold print.
It read "Zimbabwe."     Maria laughed to
herself. Somehow, she had ended up in Africa
anyway. Maybe that's where she needed to travel
to today.      As she flipped through the thick
pages full of colorful fabrics, stark landscapes,
and wild animals, she was quickly convinced that
Zimbabwe would be her trek for the day.
     Maria carried the book to the checkout
counter. Renee, the librarian, smiled as she read
the title. "Ah, Zimbabwe! That's someplace I've
always wanted to visit."     "Well, you can go
there as soon as I return from my trip," Maria
said.      Renee laughed and winked, knowing all
about Maria's travels. "Yes, I will, Maria.
You'll have to tell me all about it when you
return. Bon voyage!"     Maria was eager to talk
to Grandpa about this one. Sometimes, throwing
caution to the wind brings you right back to
where you began in the first place.
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How are Maria and Renee similar?

• They both are very responsible and careful with
  time.
• They both respect Maria's grandfather and his
  ideas.
• They both have a sense of humor and adventure.
• They both really enjoy traveling to faraway
  places.

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Which sentence best describes the setting of the
story?

• The library is similar to flying in an airplane.
• The library is an interesting place to meet
  people.
• The library is full of ideas and experiences.
• The library is the best place for girls to have
  fun.

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What is the meaning of serve as used in the
passage?

• wait
• fly
• work
• offer

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How does Maria decide which book to choose?

• She thinks of the book her grandfather suggested.
  
• She remembers what she enjoyed earlier and reads
  it again.
• She asks the librarian, Renee, for the most
  popular books.
• She goes to the Z's and looks for an eye-catching
  spine.

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Based on the story, what will Maria most likely
do the next time she goes to the library?

• She will find a new book for an adventure.
• She will ask Renee for a book suggestion.
• She will select another book about Africa.
• She will bring her friends to the library.

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How does Maria's grandfather advise her in this
story?

• He tells her to plan adventures by following
  library clues.
• He teaches her to be kind and respectful of other
  ways of living.
• He reminds her to be creative and open to new
  ideas.
• He explains there is a chance to learn things
  every day.

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What makes Maria go to the Z's in the library?

• She realizes how much she enjoys learning about
  different cultures.
• She gets lost in the aisles of the library but
  finds a pleasant surprise.
• She remembers Renee's comments about her trip to
  Zimbabwe.
• She remembers her grandfather's advice to try new
  things.

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Real Rock Stars
Introduction     The first real rock stars were
created more than eight decades ago.      In
1923, a South Dakota historian named Doane
Robinson had an idea to bring more people to his
beloved Black Hills of South Dakota. Why not
create a monument to four of the most famous
faces in history? Dreaming in South
Dakota     Robinson selected four former
presidents as the focus George Washington
(1732-1799), Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826),
Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), and Theodore
Roosevelt (1858-1919).     His idea seemed like
an impossible dream at the time. However,
Robinson was determined to make his dream a
reality. He persuaded Congress to grant him
permission for the task.
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Finding the Right Artist     In 1924, Robinson
asked sculptor Gutzon Borglum to turn a mountain
into a monument. Borglum agreed to help bring
Robinson's dream into reality.      Borglum had
studied art in Paris at the Académie Julian,
where he was influenced by sculptor Auguste
Rodin. Borglum was fascinated by Rodin's use of
light in his sculptures. The light was like a
magic touch of life to lifeless stone, and
Borglum was a perfect match for the task.
Dedication     After overcoming many
challenges, George Washington's face was
dedicated on July 4, 1934, perfect for
Independence Day. Thomas Jefferson was dedicated
in 1936. President Franklin Roosevelt attended
the ceremony. Roosevelt was so inspired by the
work that he gave an unprepared speech. Abraham
Lincoln was dedicated on September 17, 1937, the
150th anniversary of the signing of the
Constitution. In 1939, Theodore Roosevelt's
figure was dedicated.
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Finishing Touches     The work continued for
two more years as finishing touches were made.
However, in 1941, Borglum died suddenly. His son,
Lincoln, took over the project until money ran
out seven months later. At that time, the carving
of Mount Rushmore was stopped and the project was
completed.     The finished memorial covers
1,278 acres and rises 5,725 feet above sea level.
The giant granite sculptures have become landmark
"rock" stars, attracting two million fans a year
from all over the world.
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What is the purpose of the bold words in this
passage?

• to tell proper names
• to offer short reminders
• to give sculpture titles
• to mark new sections

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Why does the author use this organizational
pattern?

• to explain a problem and list solutions
• to contrast different U.S. presidents
• to compare the work of different artists
• to show the order the events happened

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What type of passage is this?

• nonfiction
• fiction
• letter
• poem

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What can the reader conclude about Gutzon
Borglum's son?

• He was named after the first president.
• He studied art in Paris like his father.
• He believed in his father's work.
• He did not like spending time with his father.

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 Which statement from the passage is an opinion?

• "Borglum had studied art in Paris at the Académie
  Julian, where he was influenced by sculptor
  Auguste Rodin."
• "Roosevelt was so inspired by the work that he
  gave an unprepared speech."
• "The light was like a magic touch of life to
  lifeless stone, and Borglum was a perfect match
  for the task."
• "The finished memorial covers 1,278 acres and
  rises 5,725 feet above sea level."

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What best describes the structure of this
passage?

• cause and effect
• problem and solution
• chronological order
• compare and contrast

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According to the chart, who was the most recent
president?

• Thomas Jefferson
• Theodore Roosevelt
• George Washington
• Abraham Lincoln

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Based on the passage, the author most likely

• disagrees with carving into the mountain.
• believes all art is part of America's history.
• admires the Mount Rushmore sculptures.
• thinks that all presidents should be honored.

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What is the passage mainly about?

• why people should visit South Dakota's Black
  Hills
• how historical figures can become popular stars
• the technique of creating art out of rock
  mountains
• the history of the Mount Rushmore sculptures

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Which of these best summarizes the passage?

• Rock stars are created every decade. Four famous
  stars are the presidents carved into Mount
  Rushmore. Sculptor Gutzon Borglum's studies at
  the Académie Julian in Paris trained him to make
  his longtime dream become a reality.
• Historian Doane Robinson wanted to bring more
  people to visit South Dakota. He teamed up with
  the U.S. Congress and French sculptor Gutzon
  Borglum. Together, they decided to make a
  sculpture of George Washington.
• Doane Robinson wanted to create a monument in
  South Dakota. He chose four famous presidents and
  hired artist Gutzon Borglum to create the giant
  sculptures. Eight decades later, Mount Rushmore
  continues to attract many visitors.
• Eight decades ago, sculptor Gutzon Borglum
  contacted historian Doane Robinson. He wanted to
  create a monument to four presidents. They worked
  together to convince Congress to support the
  project, and Mount Rushmore continues to draw
  crowds.

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from The Golden Birdby The Brothers
Grimm      A king had a beautiful garden with a
golden apple tree. These golden apples were
counted every day. Once they began to ripen, one
golden apple went missing every night. The king
became very angry and ordered the gardener to
keep watch all night.      The gardener's eldest
son set watch, but before midnight, he fell
asleep, and in the morning another apple was
missing. Then the second son tried, but he too
fell asleep, and another apple was gone. Then the
third son offered to try, but the gardener
refused. At last, he consented, and the young man
kept watch under the tree.      At midnight, he
saw a golden bird snapping at an apple. He jumped
up and shot an arrow at it. The bird escaped but
dropped a golden tail feather.
                                                  
  
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  The golden feather was brought to the king. All
of his council agreed it was worth more than all
the kingdom's wealth, but the king said, "One
feather is not enough. I must have the whole
bird."     Then the eldest son set out, thinking
he would find the golden bird easily. When he had
gone just a little way, he came to a wood where
he saw a fox. He started to shoot at it. Then the
fox said, "Do not shoot me, for I will give you
good counsel. I know you want to find the golden
bird. You will reach a village with two inns. One
is very pleasant and beautiful, but do not go
there. Stay in the other, though it may appear
very poor and mean."     But the son thought,
"What can a fox know?" So he shot at the fox. He
missed, and it ran into the wood. Then he
continued and came to a village with two inns. In
one, people were singing, dancing, and feasting,
but the other looked dirty and poor. "I should be
very silly," said he, "if I went to that shabby
house." So he went into the smart house, ate,
drank, and forgot about the bird.     Time
passed, and the eldest son did not return, and no
tidings were heard of him. The second son set
out, and the same thing happened to him. He met
the fox, who gave him the same advice. When he
came to the two inns, his eldest brother called
him to join the merrymaking. He could not resist,
so he went in and forgot about the golden bird.
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 Time passed, and the youngest son wanted to seek
the golden bird, but his father refused. He was
afraid something terrible might happen.
Eventually, he agreed, and the third son came to
the wood where he met the fox and heard the same
advice. But he was thankful to the fox and did
not try to hurt him. So the fox said, "Sit upon
my tail, and you will travel faster." So he sat
down, and the fox sped through the
wood.     When they came to the village, the son
followed the fox's advice and stayed at the
shabby inn. In the morning, the fox said, "Go
straight, until you reach a castle, where
soldiers will be asleep. Ignore them, go into the
castle, and find the room with the golden bird in
a wooden cage. Nearby is a golden cage, but do
not try to put the bird into it. Otherwise you
will regret it." Then the fox stretched out his
tail, the young man sat down, and away they
went.     At the castle, all was as the fox had
said. The son entered and found the golden bird
in the wooden cage. Nearby was the golden cage.
He said, "It will be shameful to carry such a
fine bird in this shabby cage." So he put the
golden bird into the golden cage. But the bird
screamed loudly and woke the soldiers, who took
him prisoner.
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Which sentence best supports the idea that the
eldest brother would rather have fun than work?

• "At midnight, he saw a golden bird snapping at an
  apple."
• "But he was thankful to the fox and did not try
  to hurt him."
• "Then he continued and came to a village with two
  inns."
• "So he went into the smart house, ate, drank, and
  forgot about the bird."

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What is the theme of the story?

• People should not trust nature.
• Good advice should be followed.
• Wild foxes are unwise and tricky.
• ings like to eat golden apples

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 How does the king first try to find out what
happened to his apples?

• He asks the fox to help him catch the golden
  bird.
• He wakes up the sleeping soldiers at the castle.
• He orders the gardener to watch the tree at
  night.
• He watches over the tree himself all night long.

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 From whose point of view is the story told?

• an unnamed narrator
• the concerned gardener
• the gardener's youngest son
• the clever and wise fox

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Why does the fox carry the third son on his tail?

• because the third son does not try to hurt the
  fox
• because the third son finds the golden bird
• because the third son will later join his
  brothers
• because the third son returns home to his father

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Which pair of words best describes the king?

• selfish and greedy
• bored and careless
• innocent and calm
• powerful and fair

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Read this sentence from the passage."He said,
'It will be shameful to carry such a fine bird in
this shabby cage.' "What is the meaning of the
suffix -ful in the word shameful?

• full of
• less than
• balanced
• without

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Why does the king become angry?

• The gardener's sons are too lazy and tired to
  work.
• His council advises him to count his golden
  apples.
• His golden apples are stolen from his garden.
• Large groups of golden birds fly into his garden.