Question

grade 6 art of thinking review packet
direction: answer all 25 multiple-choice questions. choose the best an
each question. by completing this packet you will earn 10 extras credit poir
art of thinking district assessment.
this packet is due monday december 15, 2025.

1. why is it sometimes difficult (hard ) to determine truth?

a. facts are always clear and never debated.
b. statements may lack evidence or supporting details.
c. opinions never change and are always factual.
d. truth is obvious and needs no verification.

1. which statement shows bias (unfair) in writing or speech?

a. balanced language presenting multiple credible viewpoints.
b. strongly favors one side and ignores contrary evidence.
c. neutral tone summarizing facts from reliable sources.
d. objective reporting using cautious, precise wording.

1. which is an example of a rumor (gossip )?

a. verified report confirmed by two trusted outlets.
b. unproven claim spreading quickly among classmates.
c. scientific paper reviewed by expert peers.
d. official statement released by school administrators.

1. which detail is relevant (related/connected) to exercise improving health

a. regular exercise reduces heart disease risk.
b. gym shoes can be very expensive.
c. workout music sounds exciting and upbeat.
d. fitness centers paint walls bright colors.

1. which detail is relevant (related/connected) to pollution increasing asth

a. factory smoke contains particles irritating lungs.
b. new sneakers come in neon colors.
c. rainbows appear after storms some days.
d. cafeteria chairs were recently replaced.

1. which source is a primary source(original source)?

a. textbook summary of the civil war.
b. soldier’s diary describing battles firsthand.
c. encyclopedia article about major generals.
d. teacher’s slideshow reviewing key events.

Explanation:

Question 1

To determine why determining truth is difficult, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Facts are not always clear and are often debated, so this is incorrect.
• Option B: If statements lack evidence or supporting details, it becomes hard to verify their truth, which makes sense.
• Option C: Opinions are subjective and not always factual, and they can change, so this is wrong.
• Option D: Truth often needs verification and is not always obvious, so this is incorrect.

To identify bias, we look for unfairness in presenting information:

• Option A: Balanced language with multiple viewpoints is unbiased.
• Option B: Strongly favoring one side and ignoring contrary evidence shows unfairness (bias).
• Option C: Neutral tone summarizing facts is unbiased.
• Option D: Objective reporting with precise wording is unbiased.

A rumor is an unproven claim spread informally:

• Option A: A verified report is not a rumor.
• Option B: An unproven claim spreading quickly among classmates fits the definition of a rumor.
• Option C: A scientific paper reviewed by peers is a verified source, not a rumor.
• Option D: An official statement is not a rumor.

Answer:

B. Statements may lack evidence or supporting details.

Question 2