Grade 6 · ELA / English
Claim, reasons, and a clear thesis — a top Grade 6 search. Written in American English for students, parents, and teachers in the United States.
Open a card to see the answer. These are original practice items for US elementary students — not a state test copy.
Answer: the main claim you will prove
The thesis tells readers what you believe.
Answer: support the claim with a clear why
Reasons back up the claim.
Answer: a fact, quote, or example
Show proof, do not only say “because I think.”
Answer: Schools should start later so teens sleep more.
A claim takes a side.
Answer: the other side of the argument
Name the opposing view, then answer it.
Answer: restate the claim in a fresh way
End by reminding readers of your point.
Answer: link a reason to the claim
Because answers “why.”
Answer: My cousin said so at dinner.
Personal hearsay is weak proof.
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