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ELA 6 Testlet 005 - Research Writing

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Question 1
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A student is investigating why birds migrate through Missouri. Which research question would best guide the student’s research?

Question 2
2.

A student is researching the benefits of physical activity during the school day. The student found sources for the essay. Which two sources would provide the most relevant information about the topic?

Question 3
3.

Question 4
4.

Question 5
5.

A student is gathering information for a persuasive essay.

Claim: The Internet has transformed the way people purchase and listen to music.

Which research question would best guide the student's research?

Question 6
6.

Plagiarized
Question 7
7.

Question 8
8.

A study in a research magazine about how exercise affects brain functioning
An advertisement for sporting equipment posted to a popular video sharing app
A list in a medical journal about exercises that can increase attention
A social media post by a student discussing popular recess games
A student is writing a report to show that homework assignments benefit students. After taking notes, the student must decide which information to include in the report. Place a check mark beside each note in the table to show whether it supports the topic.
Supports the topic
Does not support the topic
Students learn responsibility from managing a homework schedule.
When students do homework regularly, they reduce test preparation time.
Some teachers allow for flexibility when assigning deadlines for projects.
Most sixth-grade students have around ninety minutes of homework each night.
Homework allows students to more thoroughly explore topics learned during the day.
Few schools offer tutoring programs for students in which they can complete homework.
Read a student’s plan for a research report.

The student needs to find credible sources with relevant information. Which sources would
most likely have credible and relevant information? Choose two answers.
An interview with a health professional about consuming energy drinks
A social media video of an influencer sampling an energy drink
How much does an artist earn from streaming services?
A student is researching the importance of flowers for insect survival. Read the source the student found.

Flowers have a lot more to offer than just looking pretty. They provide food and vital
habitats for insects. When flowers bloom in the spring, insects are more actively searching
for flowers. Pollinators, such as bees, eat the nectar and pollen that plants create. Many
common flowers, such as dandelions and clover, are vital to the survival of insects. These
plants grow easily in people’s yards, but people often mow over them or pull them out of
the ground. To help improve insect populations, many people participate in a movement
called “No Mow May.” During the month of May, participants allow their yards to grow
naturally so bees and other insects can have more plants to pollinate.

The student took notes based on the source. Place a check mark to indicate whether each
sentence is plagiarized or paraphrased.
Paraphrased
Many people let their lawns grow without mowing during the month of May.
Many of the weeds that grow in lawns are important for pollination.
Insects, such as bees, eat the nectar and pollen that plants create.
Dandelions and clover are vital to the survival of insects.
Flowers have more to offer than just looking pretty.
A student wrote a paragraph about Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri.

Forest Park is home to many activities for people of all ages. Children will enjoy visiting the St. Louis Zoo and seeing animals from around the world. The St. Louis Science Center features a planetarium, science exhibits, and a replica of a life-sized T-Rex skeleton. The park also features an art museum and a history museum. All these locations are connected by trails that cross the entire park. During the summer, families can enjoy musicals and plays at the Muny and St. Louis Shakespeare Festival. Forest Park offers many fun, free ways for families to enjoy spending time in Missouri.

The student would like to fact-check the paragraph. Which two materials would be best to use to confirm the information?
A study of the wildlife in Forest Park
A map of the St. Louis area
A student is researching the advantages of daylight saving time. Read the source the student found.

1The majority of countries in Africa and Asia do not participate in daylight saving time. 2Some
states, such as Hawaii and Arizona, do not participate either. 3These states and countries may opt out because of the health problems associated with daylight saving time. 4However, there are some reasons that daylight saving time is beneficial. 5When daylight extends later in the day, there is less of a need for lighting in homes and businesses, so energy is conserved. 6When the sunlight lingers into the evening, people can exercise and spend time outdoors at night. 7Still, daylight saving time remains controversial.

Select the sentence numbers of the two sentences that best support the student’s topic.
Sentence 6
Sentence 7
Sentence 1
Sentence 5
Sentence 3
Sentence 4
Sentence 2