Math
Which is larger?
3 or -3
3
Are things made of cells alive?
Yes
What is the difference between latitude and longitude?
Latitude lines are horizontal, like the equator.
Longitude lines are vertical, like the prime meridian.
Name two different genres (not sub-genres).
Fiction, Nonfiction/Informational, Poetry, Drama, Folklore
What major trip will occur in May for sixth grade?
6th Grade Camp
A ratio is similar to a fraction. Find an equivalent ratio for the following:
2/4
1/2
4/8
6/12
7/14
Are things made of atoms alive?
Monarchies, theocracies, dictatorships or democracies are all types of what?
Governments
What is the difference between first, second, and third person?
First - person telling the story is in the story (uses I, me, we, us)
Second - author uses you or your
Third - an outsider is telling the story (uses he, she, they)
There is a day in sixth grade where you work outside to beautify the landscaping around the school. What is this day called?
Work Day :)
What is 2/3 divided by 3/4?
8/9
What properties of minerals can be tested? (name one)
color
streak
cleavage/fracture
hardness
Name one of the early civilizations you will study next year.
India
Egypt
China
Mesopotamia
What are two sub-genres of fiction?
Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Mystery
What major event will happen in 2026?
High School Graduation
What number should be where the x is?
2x + 5 = 13
x = 4
What is at the center of ALL atoms and cells? (Hint: starts with a N)
Name two religions you will learn about next year.
Buddhism
Christianity
Hinduism
Islam
Judaism
Which literary device is this an example of?
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.
Alliteration
What are your three location choices to attend seventh grade?
Fredericksburg
John R. Lea
Beacon Hill
What is the difference between an expression and an equation?
Expression example: 15 - s
Equation example: 5 + x = 25
An expression does NOT have an equal sign.
An equation DOES have an equal sign.
What is the difference between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks?
Igneous - made from volcanic material
Metamorphic - rocks that have been changed by heat and/or pressure
Sedimentary - made from sediments
The fundamental questions of economics include what to _______, how to _______ and for whom to _______. (all three blanks are missing the same word)
Produce
Which literary device is this an example of?
Lightning danced across the sky
Personification
What are the names of all three of Mrs. Miller's cats?
Moomer
Olaf
Flynn