English Vocabulary · Grade 6 Live Review Preview
6th Grade Vocabulary Words
Sixth-grade readers move beyond recognizing important words to examining how precise language shapes evidence, argument, literature, science, mathematics, history, and civic discussion. This level emphasizes context clues, Greek and Latin word parts, multiple meanings, source evaluation, and vocabulary that supports clear analytical speaking and writing.
This independently authored 500-word beta curriculum is arranged in twenty pages of twenty-five words each. Words 1–300 include five cloze questions per page; words 301–500 remain fully visible and editable as list pages while the expanded practice layer is developed. Each row includes a subject-field label and an editable word-study note about a transparent affix, compound structure, capitalization, or dictionary base form. References calibrated level and coverage only; all learner-facing definitions and sample sentences are original KSSR copy.
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| # | Word | Details | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126 | subplot | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: subplot is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a smaller story that develops alongside the main plot | A subplot follows the cook's attempt to solve the same mystery. |
| 127 | transition | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Suffix focus: -ition commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | a word, phrase, or passage that connects ideas or sections | The transition “in contrast” signals that the next idea will differ. |
| 128 | turning point | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Term structure: turning + point. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | an event that causes an important change in a situation | Finding the hidden letter is the turning point of the mystery. |
| 129 | unity | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: unity is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the quality of forming a clear and connected whole | Repeated images of water give the poem unity. |
| 130 | viewpoint | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: viewpoint is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the position or opinion from which something is considered | The novel shows the conflict from each sibling's viewpoint. |
| 131 | annotate | verb StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: annotate is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | to add notes that explain or respond to a text | Readers annotate the article by marking claims and unfamiliar terms. |
| 132 | caption | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: caption is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | words that explain a picture, chart, or photograph | The caption identifies the people in the historical photograph. |
| 133 | heading | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: heading is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a title that introduces a section of text | The heading tells readers that the next section concerns migration. |
| 134 | index | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: index is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | an alphabetical list showing where information appears in a book | Use the index to locate every page that discusses volcanoes. |
| 135 | sidebar | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: sidebar is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a short section beside the main text that provides related information | The sidebar explains how the photographer captured the image. |
| 136 | subheading | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: subheading is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a smaller title that divides a section into parts | A subheading introduces the paragraph about renewable energy. |
| 137 | text feature | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Term structure: text + feature. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | an element that organizes or explains information in a text | A timeline is a text feature that shows events in order. |
| 138 | thesis | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: thesis is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the main claim that a piece of argumentative writing develops | The essay's thesis argues that the wetland should be protected. |
| 139 | topic sentence | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Term structure: topic + sentence. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | a sentence that states the main idea of a paragraph | The topic sentence announces that bees support many food crops. |
| 140 | visualize | verb StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Suffix focus: -ize commonly forms a verb meaning to make, become, or apply. | to form a mental picture of something | Sensory details help readers visualize the crowded harbor. |
| 141 | cohesion | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Suffix focus: -sion commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | the quality of parts fitting together in a clear, connected way | Pronouns and transitions give the paragraph cohesion. |
| 142 | concision | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Suffix focus: -sion commonly forms a noun naming an action, process, or result. | the quality of expressing ideas clearly in few words | Removing repeated phrases improved the report's concision. |
| 143 | draft | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: draft is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | an early version of writing that will be revised | Her first draft contains strong ideas but needs clearer organization. |
| 144 | edit | verb StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: edit is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | to correct and improve writing for meaning, structure, or accuracy | Partners edit each other's explanations for clarity. |
| 145 | fluency | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: fluency is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the ability to read, speak, or write smoothly and effectively | Daily practice improved his reading fluency. |
| 146 | revise | verb StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: revise is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | to improve a text by changing its ideas or organization | Writers revise the introduction after receiving feedback. |
| 147 | style | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: style is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | the distinctive way a person uses language or creates art | The author's style combines short dialogue with vivid description. |
| 148 | narrative voice | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Term structure: narrative + voice. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | the personality and perspective through which a story is told | The playful narrative voice makes the serious topic approachable. |
| 149 | word choice | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Term structure: word + choice. Study the complete expression as one field-specific unit. | the particular words selected to express meaning | Precise word choice helps readers picture the rough coastline. |
| 150 | workshop | noun StudyField: Grade 6 language and literature word Word study: Base-form focus: workshop is the dictionary headword; compare its inflected or derived forms in context. | a session in which people practice and improve a skill together | During the writing workshop, students shared their revised leads. |
Vocabulary reading and practice
Page 6 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 6.
English reading
Reading passage is being prepared.
Translation
Vocabulary quiz
Complete 5 review questions for this page.
1. The ___ announces that bees support many food crops.
Answer: topic sentence
2. The ___ “in contrast” signals that the next idea will differ.
Answer: transition
3. Sensory details help readers ___ the crowded harbor.
Answer: visualize
4. Finding the hidden letter is the ___ of the mystery.
Answer: turning point
5. Pronouns and transitions give the paragraph ___.
Answer: cohesion
Vocabulary chart page
This page focuses on the word chart. Reading passages appear once in each three-page group, while cloze quizzes remain in the established enhanced range for this level.
Sources and curriculum references
These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.
- Vocabulary.com: Grade 6 Essential Vocabulary
- Flocabulary: 6th Grade Vocabulary Word List
- WikDict downloadable bilingual dictionaries
- Kaikki.org / Wiktextract machine-readable Wiktionary data
- Language-Learning-decks public flashcard datasets
- SBBIC English-to-Khmer Dictionary
- English–Khmer Dictionary Dataset (machine-generated Khmer fallback; human review required)
- PanLex meanings snapshot (direct CC0 gap candidates; human review required)
- Cambridge bilingual dictionaries (individual editorial sense checks)
- Collins English–Hindi Dictionary (individual editorial checks)
- Hindwi and Rekhta dictionaries (individual Hindi/Urdu checks)
- National Institute of Korean Language: Basic Korean Dictionary
- JMdict/EDRDG Japanese dictionary project
- CC-CEDICT Chinese dictionary project
- VDict Vietnamese Dictionary (individual editorial check)
- Google Translate (machine-assisted lesson-reading draft; fluent review required)
- Kuperman et al.: Age-of-acquisition ratings for 30,000 English words
- Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, Vocabulary Power: Grade 6, ISBN 0-07-826224-0 (bibliographic calibration only).

