6th Grade ELA Benchmark Review

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What does the word 'impervious' mean?

Back

Resistant; not allowing something to pass through.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What does the word 'habitat' mean?

Back

Environment; the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What inference can be drawn about water movement in cities?

Back

Natural waterways are overloaded with rainwater.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

How does a diagram help understand streams in natural vs urban landscapes?

Back

By showing how a stream looks in each setting.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

Which quotation supports the understanding of water movement in urban areas?

Back

'. . . flowing under sidewalks. . . .'

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the definition of 'infiltration' in the context of water movement?

Back

The process by which water enters the soil from the surface.

Front

What is the significance of stream banks in urban areas?

Back

They provide habitat for various species and help manage water flow.

Front

What is a key difference between natural and man-made waterways?

Back

Natural waterways are formed by nature, while man-made waterways are constructed by humans.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What role do urban landscapes play in water management?

Back

Urban landscapes can lead to increased runoff and flooding due to impervious surfaces.

Front

What is the meaning of 'environment' in ecological terms?

Back

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5