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6.3 Words, Phrases, & Figurative Language Worksheet

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This Grade 6 English worksheet provides structured practice on 6.3 Words, Phrases, & Figurative Language. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Words, Phrases, & Figurative Language - Determine the meaning of words and phrases (including figurative and connotative) and analyze how word choice affects meaning, tone, and mood. (CCSS RL.6.4; CA RL.6.4; MA RL.6.4; NY 6R4; VA 6.RL.2B; TX §110.22(b)(9)(D),(F); FL ELA.6.R.3.1)

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Grade 6

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English

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English Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Everyone said Ms. Chen was strict, and she was. Yet when Leo dropped his books, she bent to help without a word. Her kindness was a lantern, but she kept it shuttered.

What does the metaphor in the last sentence suggest about Ms. Chen?

AShe is not kind at all.

BShe wants to become a lighthouse keeper.

CShe has kindness, but she does not show it openly.

DShe is afraid of all light.

Solution & Explanation:A lantern gives light, but shutters can hide it. The metaphor suggests Ms. Chen is kind inside, but she keeps that kindness mostly hidden behind a strict exterior.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

Before the storm, the sky turned ink-black, and the air held its breath. Even the birds fell silent, as if they knew something was coming.

Which word best describes the mood created by the author’s word choice?

AGoofy

BTriumphant

CCarefree

DForeboding

Solution & Explanation:Words like “ink-black,” “held its breath,” and “fell silent” create a sense of warning. That feeling that something bad may happen is foreboding.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

After days of not speaking, Sam slid a note across the table: “Truce?” The offer was tentative, as if it might crumble if Mira laughed.

What does the word “tentative” suggest about Sam’s offer?

AIt is harsh and demanding.

BIt is unsure and cautious.

CIt is completely confident and bold.

DIt is meant to scare Mira.

Solution & Explanation:“Tentative” means uncertain or hesitant. The note and the idea that it could ‘crumble’ show Sam is cautiously reaching out, not fully confident.

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QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 6 English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.6.3 (Determine the meaning of words and phrases (including figurative and connotative) and analyze how word choice affects meaning, tone, and mood. (CCSS RL.6.4; CA RL.6.4; MA RL.6.4; NY 6R4; VA 6.RL.2B; TX §110.22(b)(9)(D),(F); FL ELA.6.R.3.1)).