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6.81 Gather, Evaluate, & Cite Sources Worksheet

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This Grade 6 English worksheet provides structured practice on 6.81 Gather, Evaluate, & Cite Sources. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Gather, Evaluate, & Cite Sources - Gather information from multiple sources; evaluate credibility; quote/paraphrase; avoid plagiarism; provide bibliographic info. (CCSS W.6.8; CA W.6.8; MA W.6.8; NY 6W7; TX §110.22(b)(12)(D)–(I))

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Bo sees a graphic about how to correct a citation when a URL changes. The graph labels the y-axis unclearly, so readers can’t tell what is being measured. It also does not say where the data came from.

Which evaluation is most accurate?

AIf it is shared widely, it is automatically reliable

BGraph design choices never affect meaning

CThe visual may be misleading, and without a named data source the claim should be verified with credible references

DThe visual must be true because it looks scientific

Solution & Explanation:Visuals can distort information through design choices (scale, 3D, unclear labels). Reliable visuals also cite their data so you can confirm the numbers.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

Hector is writing about how to decide if a YouTube video is a reliable source and reads a press release that quotes a company spokesperson. It reports that a company spokesperson said "completely safe for everyone".

What is the best way to use this quote responsibly?

ACite the original speaker’s study even if you did not read it

BUse the quote but cite nothing because it is already quoted

CLocate and cite the original statement if possible; if not, cite the source you read and clearly attribute the quote as reported

DRewrite the quote as if it were your own words and skip citation

Solution & Explanation:You should cite what you actually read. The strongest approach is to find the original source. If you can’t, be transparent that the quote comes from the secondary source.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

Zara is comparing two studies for a research project. Study A: a small study that excludes negative results and does not clearly explain methods. Study B: a study with a large, diverse sample that reports both positive and negative findings, explains its process, and provides full reporting.

Which study is generally more reliable for making a broad claim, and why?

AStudy A, because smaller studies are always better

BStudy B, because it has stronger methods and more representative evidence

CStudy A, because it agrees with what many people believe

DBoth are equally reliable just because they are called 'studies'

Solution & Explanation:Reliability increases when a study explains how it collected data and uses a larger or more representative sample. Lack of methods makes it hard to judge accuracy or bias.

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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.6.81 (Gather information from multiple sources; evaluate credibility; quote/paraphrase; avoid plagiarism; provide bibliographic info. (CCSS W.6.8; CA W.6.8; MA W.6.8; NY 6W7; TX §110.22(b)(12)(D)–(I))).