Grade 6 English Revision Pack Worksheet for 12-Year-Olds: Comprehension, Grammar, Prepositions, and Narrative Writing

Instructions

1. Read Carefully: Start by reading the comprehension text about Mars exploration twice to ensure you understand the details.
2. True or False: Mark the statements based on the facts provided in the text.
3. Written Answers: Use your own words for the short answer section. Focus on full sentences and clear explanations.
4. Grammar Review: Read the notes on Infinitives and Gerunds before attempting the practice questions.
5. Fill in the Blanks: Choose the correct preposition from the provided list to complete the sentences.
6. Creative Writing: Use the story starter to write a narrative essay. Try to use some of the grammar points you practiced today!

Section 1: Reading Comprehension

The Curiosity Rover: A Robotic Explorer

In August 2012, a car-sized robotic rover named Curiosity landed on Mars after a harrowing journey through space. Curiosity was sent by NASA to explore Gale Crater, a massive impact site with a large mountain in the center. The rover’s primary mission was not to look for Martians, but to determine if Mars ever had the right environmental conditions to support small life forms called microbes. To do this, Curiosity carries advanced tools like lasers to zap rocks and a drill to collect powder from the planet’s surface.

Since its landing, Curiosity has made several groundbreaking discoveries. It found evidence of ancient streambeds, suggesting that liquid water once flowed across the Martian surface. The rover also detected organic molecules, which are the building blocks of life. Despite the harsh radiation and freezing temperatures, Curiosity continues to climb Mount Sharp, sending high-definition photos back to Earth. Each photo helps scientists understand the history of the Red Planet and prepares humanity for the possibility of sending astronauts there in the future.

Part A: True or False

Circle the correct answer based on the text.

1. Curiosity landed on Mars in the year 2010. (True / False)
2. The rover is roughly the size of a car. (True / False)
3. Curiosity’s main mission was to find living Martians. (True / False)
4. Scientists found evidence that liquid water once existed on Mars. (True / False)
5. The rover uses lasers as one of its scientific tools. (True / False)

Part B: Short Answer Questions

Answer the following questions in your own words. Use the lines provided.

1. Why is it significant that Curiosity found organic molecules on Mars?

2. Describe the tools Curiosity uses to study the Martian surface and what they do.

3. How does Curiosity’s mission help prepare for future human exploration?

Section 2: Grammar - Infinitives and Gerunds

Learning Notes

Part C: Gerund vs. Infinitive Practice

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb in parentheses (either the Gerund or the Infinitive).

Example: I enjoy reading (read) science fiction books.

1. I hope __ (visit) the Kennedy Space Center next year.
2. __ (exercise) daily is important for your health.
3. She decided __ (buy) a new telescope.
4. We finished __ (paint) the classroom walls.
5. Do you mind __ (close) the window?
6. They agreed __ (meet) at the library.
7. My brother is good at __ (solve) puzzles.
8. I want __ (learn) how to code.
9. Avoid __ (make) too much noise in the hallway.
10. He promised __ (help) me with my homework.
11. __ (travel) to Mars would take several months.
12. I can't imagine __ (live) on another planet.
13. She practiced __ (play) the piano for two hours.
14. We chose __ (eat) pizza for dinner.
15. Don't forget __ (lock) the door.
16. My parents suggested __ (go) to the beach.
17. It is difficult __ (understand) this math problem.
18. Stop __ (talk) while the teacher is speaking!
19. I am interested in __ (join) the art club.
20. He managed __ (fix) his broken bike.

Section 3: Prepositions

Part D: Fill in the Blank

Complete each sentence using one of these prepositions: in, up, for, with, about.

1. I am waiting __ the bus to arrive.
2. She is very happy __ her new shoes.
3. We walked __ the stairs to the second floor.
4. Are you worried __ the upcoming test?
5. My birthday is __ October.
6. He is looking __ his lost keys.
7. Please share your toys __ your sister.
8. I woke __ early this morning.
9. We talked __ our summer vacation plans.
10. There is a tall tree __ the garden.
11. I am looking __ a gift for my mom.
12. Will you come __ me to the park?
13. The cat climbed __ the tree to catch a bird.
14. He told me a story __ a brave knight.
15. Put the milk back __ the refrigerator.
16. I am famous __ making the best cookies.
17. Pick __ your trash and put it in the bin.
18. I am angry __ the mess in my room.
19. What do you know __ black holes?
20. I live __ a small town near the ocean.

Section 4: Narrative Writing

Instructions

Write a story (at least 150 words) using the following opening sentence. Be descriptive and try to build suspense!

"The old, wooden door at the end of the hallway had been locked for eighty years, but today, I found the key sitting on the kitchen table..."

Challenge Goal

Try to include at least two Gerunds and two Infinitives in your story! Check them off here: [ ] Gerund 1 [ ] Gerund 2 [ ] Infinitive 1 [ ] Infinitive 2

Answer Key

Section 1: Comprehension

1. False (2012)
2. True
3. False (To look for conditions for microbes)
4. True
5. True

Short Answer Guidance:

1. Organic molecules are the building blocks of life; finding them suggests Mars could have supported life.
2. Lasers (zap rocks) and Drills (collect powder/samples).
3. It maps the terrain, identifies water/safety, and takes photos to help scientists plan human missions.

Section 2: Grammar

1. to visit | 2. Exercising | 3. to buy | 4. painting | 5. closing | 6. to meet | 7. solving | 8. to learn | 9. making | 10. to help | 11. Traveling | 12. living | 13. playing | 14. to eat | 15. to lock | 16. going | 17. to understand | 18. talking | 19. joining | 20. to fix

Section 3: Prepositions

1. for | 2. with | 3. up | 4. about | 5. in | 6. for | 7. with | 8. up | 9. about | 10. in | 11. for | 12. with | 13. up | 14. about | 15. in | 16. for | 17. up | 18. about | 19. about | 20. in