Common Core: 6th Grade English Language Arts : Language
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Example Questions
Example Question #5 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses commas to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
The town located in southern Michigan, has many historic buildings.
The town, located in southern Michigan, has many historic buildings.
The, town located in southern Michigan has many historic, buildings.
The town, located in southern Michigan has many historic buildings.
The town, located in southern Michigan, has many historic buildings.
Correct Answer: The town, located in southern Michigan, has many historic buildings.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “located in southern Michigan” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence.
Example Question #2 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses commas to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
The students ran onto the playground, which was covered in snow.
The students, ran onto the playground, which was covered in snow.
The students ran onto the playground which was covered, in snow.
The students ran onto, the playground, which was covered in snow.
The students ran onto the playground, which was covered in snow.
Correct Answer: The students ran onto the playground, which was covered in snow.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “which was covered in snow” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence.
Example Question #2 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses commas to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
Marvin said, that Utah where he grew up, would be a great place to visit.
Marvin said that Utah, where he grew up, would be a great place to visit.
Marvin said that Utah, where he grew up would, be a great place to visit.
Marvin said that Utah where he grew up, would be a great place to visit.
Marvin said that Utah, where he grew up, would be a great place to visit.
Correct Answer: Marvin said that Utah, where he grew up, would be a great place to visit.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “where he grew up” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence.
Example Question #1 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses commas to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
My uncle who is seven, feet tall, played in basketball in college.
My uncle who is seven feet tall played basketball, in college.
My uncle, who is seven feet tall, played basketball in college.
My uncle who is seven feet tall, played basketball in college.
My uncle, who is seven feet tall, played basketball in college.
Correct Answer: My uncle, who is seven feet tall, played basketball in college.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “who is seven feet tall” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence.
Example Question #3 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses commas to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
Karen has been dating Justin, her boyfriend, for over a year.
Karen, has been dating Justin, her boyfriend for over a year.
Karen has been dating Justin, her boyfriend for over a year.
Karen has been dating Justin her boyfriend, for over a year.
Karen has been dating Justin, her boyfriend, for over a year.
Correct Answer: Karen has been dating Justin, her boyfriend, for over a year.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “her boyfriend” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence.
Example Question #3 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses parentheses to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
It is not necessary as I’ve (said many times) to take notes during the video.
It is not necessary (as I’ve said many times) to take notes during the video.
It is (not necessary) as I’ve said many times to take notes during the video.
It is not necessary as I’ve said many times to take notes (during the video).
It is not necessary (as I’ve said many times) to take notes during the video.
Correct Answer: It is not necessary (as I’ve said many times) to take notes during the video.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “as I’ve said many times” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence.
Example Question #11 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses parentheses to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
Claire who was 11 years (old) was presented with a medal for winning the chess tournament.
Claire (who was 11 years old) was presented with a medal for winning the chess tournament.
Claire who was 11 years old was presented with a medal for winning (the chess tournament).
Claire who was 11 years old was presented (with a medal) for winning the chess tournament.
Claire (who was 11 years old) was presented with a medal for winning the chess tournament.
Correct Answer: Claire (who was 11 years old) was presented with a medal for winning the chess tournament.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “who was 11 years old” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information to understand the sentence. Claire was presented with a medal for winning the chess tournament.
Example Question #12 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses dashes to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
The two most populated countries - China and India - are in Asia.
The two most populated countries China - and India - are in Asia.
The two - most populated countries - China and India are in Asia.
The two - most - populated countries China and India are in Asia.
The two most populated countries - China and India - are in Asia.
Correct Answer: The two most populated countries - China and India - are in Asia.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “China and India” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information for the sentence to make sense. The two most populated countries are in Asia.
Example Question #13 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses commas to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
Greg walked to the library which was far, away.
Greg walked to the library, which was, far away.
Greg, walked to the library, which was far away.
Greg walked to the library, which was far away.
Greg walked to the library, which was far away.
Correct Answer: Greg walked to the library, which was far away.
Explanation: A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “which was far away” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information for the sentence to make sense. Greg walked to the library.
Example Question #14 : Use Punctuation To Set Off Nonrestrictive/Parenthetical Elements: Ccss.Ela Literacy.L.6.2.A
Select the answer that correctly uses dashes to set off a non-restrictive or parenthetical element.
That dog will grow up and be - quite large look at the size of his paws - he will eat pounds of food!
That dog will grow up and be quite large - look at the size of his paws - he will eat pounds of food!
That dog will grow up - and be quite large - look at the size of his paws he will eat pounds of food!
That dog will grow up and be quite large look at the size of his paws - he will eat pounds of food!
That dog will grow up and be quite large - look at the size of his paws - he will eat pounds of food!
A non-restrictive or parenthetical element is a part of a sentence that can be removed without changing the sentence’s meaning. The sentence would still make sense without the parenthetical element.
In this case, “look at the size of his paws” is the non-restrictive or parenthetical element. We don’t need this information for the sentence to make sense.
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