The English language - sigh. Why do we need to learn a language that we speak at home every day? Well, someone in some school system decided it was a necessary part of our curriculum and it caught on like wildfire in every English-speaking country in the world. Sixth-grade English, in particular, was quite challenging, because students were at the point where they were still young enough to be molded into proper English speakers, but old enough for it to get more challenging. So can you pass this sixth-grade English test?ÂÂ
We're not going to get crazy and test you on sentence structures and things like that. But we do want to know if you know the basics, along with a few words that every sixth-grader should know. So, can you tell us what a synonym is? Do you know what hyphens and ellipses are used for? Can you tell us what the word "cumulative" means? If you can't answer these questions, then you may not be able to pass this test, but you can surely go ahead and try. Do you think you have what it takes to beat this sixth-grade English test? Let's go ahead and find out.ÂÂ
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What is a noun?
A fear of foreigners or strangers
A person, place, thing or idea
Nouns are any words other than pronouns that refer to persons, places, things, states or qualities. They can be used as the main or standalone elements as the subject in sentences.
In its verb form, to "hoax" is to knowingly masquerade a falsehood as the truth either for comedic or malicious reasons. As a noun, a "hoax" is a deception.
Perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
Something that interests you because it is important
A basic or essential attribute shared by members of a class
A hole made by an animal, usually for shelter
Shortens words
This word has multiple meanings, but its most basic meaning that rings true to all its uses is either the shortening or compressing of something. Word contractions include "don't," "you'll" and "I'm."
Parentheses set off words that are related in some way to the main topic (like extra information). The singular form of "parentheses" is "parenthesis."
The point above the observer directly opposite the nadir
A way of describing relationships between nouns or pronouns
A preposition is used to describe the relationship between a noun or pronoun in relation to the rest of the words in a sentence. For example, "down the lane," "across the universe" or "on the table."
Language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate
"Chronological" order is an arrangement based on time of occurrence, beginning at the initial phase and progressing consecutively. It's similar in concept to alphabetical order - based on time rather than the alphabet.
The hyphen is a multi-faceted punctuation mark, written as a short dash, which is used to indicate that words have been joined or have a missing portion.
Something that interests you because it is important
A basic or essential attribute shared by members of a class
An abstract or general idea inferred from specific instances
Of the highest degree or quality
Something "superlative" is of the highest standard or quality. In grammar, it is the highest form of an adjective or adverb. The word can also mean "exaggerated praise."
A tactic by which supplies are cut off to make winning easier
A "siege" is a military operation designed to reduce the defense of a particular place by surrounding it, thereby cutting off aid and supplies to ultimately reduce resistance.
Desire strongly or persistently
The point above the observer directly opposite the nadir
Perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
An "ellipsis" is a set of dots that expresses that a list or series is inexhaustible. It is also used to indicate the omission of words, as in a long quote.
A fear of foreigners or strangers
Have in mind as a purpose
Clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
"Context" includes the circumstances surrounding an event, statement or otherwise. This can also be words directly preceding and following a statement that help in its comprehension.