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Virginia Grade 6 Science
Virginia Grade 6 Science: explore science lessons, skill quizzes, practice tests, and standards references. Use evidence and answer explanations to guide review.
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Standards source: K-12 Standards & Instruction, Virginia Department of Education.
Grade 6 Science: Learn, Practice, and Quiz
Read a short lesson, work through its example, and try a related science-area quiz. States organize these ideas differently; use your state standards to choose what matches your class.
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Virginia Science by Grade
Every Virginia science center, grade 1 through grade 8.
Start With a Practice Test
Six full, timed grade 6 science practice tests, 40 questions each, instant scoring, and a written explanation for every question. Virginia does not test science this year, so use these to find gaps early. Each one opens right here.
Virginia Grade 6 Science Practice Test 1
A full diagnostic across every science area for this grade.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science Practice Test 2
Fresh questions and new phenomena to build accuracy.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science Practice Test 3
New problems that push reading of data, models, and evidence.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science Practice Test 4
Another complete, timed exam to build pacing and stamina.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science Practice Test 5
A brand-new mixed set to test how ready you are.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science Practice Test 6
A final full-length simulation to confirm you are ready.
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Grade 6 Science Skill Quizzes
Pick one science area, answer 10 questions, and see exactly where the idea broke down. Each quiz opens right here.
Matter and Its Properties
A quick 10-question check on matter and its properties, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Forces and Motion
A quick 10-question check on forces and motion, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Energy
A quick 10-question check on energy, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Waves and Information
A quick 10-question check on waves and information, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Cells, Structures and Life Processes
A quick 10-question check on cells, structures and life processes, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Ecosystems and Heredity
A quick 10-question check on ecosystems and heredity, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Evolution, Fossils and Adaptation
A quick 10-question check on evolution, fossils and adaptation, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Earth and Space Systems
A quick 10-question check on earth and space systems, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Earth, Human Activity and Engineering
A quick 10-question check on earth, human activity and engineering, with instant scoring and a full explanation for every answer.
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Grade 6 Science Study Tools
A few minutes of review between practice tests. Both open right here.
Grade 6 Science Flashcards
All 166 terms this grade is expected to know. Search the deck, filter by science area, star the hard ones, and mark off what you have down.
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Grade 6 Science Quick Review
Every must-know idea for this grade on one page, grouped by science area, with the vocabulary for each one.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science Snapshot
Virginia Grade 6 Science Topics
This study reference lists 42 expectations for grade 6 from Virginia Science Standards of Learning, organized for study. Check the current state document for the official sequence, full wording, and any updates. Reference codes help you compare the listed expectations with the source. Confirm the current state edition and grade placement before using them as classroom requirements.
ESS Earth and Space Systems
- 6.2.aMatter Distributed Throughout Solar System
- 6.2.b6.3.b6.3.c6.3.d6.3.eSun, Moon, Earth, Stars, and Space Systems
- 6.2.cForces, Motion, and Interactions
- 6.2.dUnderstanding Solar System Developed Over Time
- 6.3.aEarth Unique Properties
E Energy
- 6.4.aEnergy in Food and Living Systems
- 6.4.bPatterns, Systems, Cause and Effect, and Change
- 6.4.cRadiation Conduction Convection Distribute Energy
- 6.4.dEnergy Forms, Transfer, and Transformation
M Matter
- 6.5.a6.5.b6.5.c6.5.d6.5.e6.5.fParticles, Atoms, Elements, and Compounds
- 6.5.gMatter Properties, States, and Classification
ER Earth Resources
- 6.6.aWater Referred Universal Solvent
- 6.6.bWater Specific Properties
- 6.6.cThermal Energy Role Phase Changes Label Parts Water
- 6.6.d6.6.e6.7.cWater Cycle, Weather, Climate, and Atmosphere
- 6.6.fWater Important Agriculture Power Generation Public Health
- 6.7.aParticles, Atoms, Elements, and Compounds
- 6.7.bAtmosphere Physical Characteristics
- 6.7.dRelationship Between Air Movement Thermal Energy Weather Conditions
- 6.7.eAtmospheric Measures Used Weather Conditions
- 6.7.fWeather Maps Give Basic Information About Fronts Systems
- 6.8.aWatershed Composed Land Drains Body Water
- 6.8.bVirginia Composed Multiple Watershed Systems Which Specific Features
- 6.8.cChesapeake Bay Estuary Many Important Functions
- 6.8.dNatural Processes Human Activities Biotic Abiotic Factors Influence
- 6.9.a6.9.b6.9.d6.9.eNatural Resources and Human Impacts
- 6.9.cMajor Health Safety Issues Associated Air Water Quality
- 6.9.fCost Benefit Tradeoffs Conservation Policies
Grouped and ordered from the state's own standards document.
Virginia Grade 6 Science Standards
A science standards reference for grade 6, with codes and learning expectations from Virginia Science Standards of Learning. If your Virginia classroom or report card mentions a code, you will find it here.
ESS Earth and Space Systems
- 6.2.aMatter Distributed Throughout Solar SystemMatter is distributed throughout the solar system
- 6.2.bSun, Moon, Earth, Stars, and Space SystemsPlanets have different sizes and orbit at different distances from the sun
- 6.2.cForces, Motion, and InteractionsGravity contributes to orbital motion
- 6.2.dUnderstanding Solar System Developed Over TimeThe understanding of the solar system has developed over time
- 6.3.aEarth Unique PropertiesEarth has unique properties
- 6.3.bSun, Moon, Earth, Stars, and Space SystemsThe rotation of Earth in relationship to the sun causes day and night
- 6.3.cSun, Moon, Earth, Stars, and Space SystemsThe movement of Earth and the moon in relationship to the sun causes phases of the moon
- 6.3.dSun, Moon, Earth, Stars, and Space SystemsEarth's tilt as it revolves around the sun causes the seasons
- 6.3.eSun, Moon, Earth, Stars, and Space SystemsThe relationship between Earth and the moon is the primary cause of tides
E Energy
- 6.4.aEnergy in Food and Living SystemsThe sun is important in the formation of most energy sources on Earth
- 6.4.bPatterns, Systems, Cause and Effect, and ChangeEarth's energy budget relates to living systems and Earth's processes
- 6.4.cRadiation Conduction Convection Distribute EnergyRadiation, conduction, and convection distribute energy
- 6.4.dEnergy Forms, Transfer, and TransformationEnergy transformations are important in energy usage
M Matter
- 6.5.aParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsAtoms consist of particles, including electrons, protons, and neutrons
- 6.5.bParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsAtoms of a particular element are similar but differ from atoms of other elements
- 6.5.cParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsElements may be represented by chemical symbols
- 6.5.dParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsTwo or more atoms interact to form new substances, which are held together by electrical forces (bonds)
- 6.5.eParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsCompounds may be represented by chemical formulas
- 6.5.fParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsChemical equations can be used to model chemical changes
- 6.5.gMatter Properties, States, and ClassificationA few elements comprise the largest portion of the solid Earth, living matter, the oceans, and the atmosphere
ER Earth Resources
- 6.6.aWater Referred Universal SolventWater is referred to as the universal solvent
- 6.6.bWater Specific PropertiesWater has specific properties
- 6.6.cThermal Energy Role Phase Changes Label Parts WaterThermal energy has a role in phase changes
- 6.6.dWater Cycle, Weather, Climate, and AtmosphereWater has a role in weathering
- 6.6.eWater Cycle, Weather, Climate, and AtmosphereLarge bodies of water moderate climate
- 6.6.fWater Important Agriculture Power Generation Public HealthWater is important for agriculture, power generation, and public health
- 6.7.aParticles, Atoms, Elements, and CompoundsAir is a mixture of gaseous elements and compounds
- 6.7.bAtmosphere Physical CharacteristicsThe atmosphere has physical characteristics
- 6.7.cWater Cycle, Weather, Climate, and AtmosphereProperties of the atmosphere change with altitude
- 6.7.dRelationship Between Air Movement Thermal Energy Weather ConditionsThere is a relationship between air movement, thermal energy, and weather conditions
- 6.7.eAtmospheric Measures Used Weather ConditionsAtmospheric measures are used to predict weather conditions
- 6.7.fWeather Maps Give Basic Information About Fronts SystemsWeather maps give basic information about fronts, systems, and weather measurements
- 6.8.aWatershed Composed Land Drains Body WaterA watershed is composed of the land that drains into a body of water
- 6.8.bVirginia Composed Multiple Watershed Systems Which Specific FeaturesVirginia is composed of multiple watershed systems which have specific features
- 6.8.cChesapeake Bay Estuary Many Important FunctionsThe Chesapeake Bay is an estuary that has many important functions
- 6.8.dNatural Processes Human Activities Biotic Abiotic Factors InfluenceNatural processes, human activities, and biotic and abiotic factors influence the health of a watershed system
- 6.9.aNatural Resources and Human ImpactsNatural resources are important to protect and maintain
- 6.9.bNatural Resources and Human ImpactsRenewable and nonrenewable resources can be managed
- 6.9.cMajor Health Safety Issues Associated Air Water QualityMajor health and safety issues are associated with air and water quality
- 6.9.dNatural Resources and Human ImpactsMajor health and safety issues are related to different forms of energy
- 6.9.eNatural Resources and Human ImpactsPreventive measures can protect land-use and reduce environmental hazards
- 6.9.fCost Benefit Tradeoffs Conservation PoliciesThere are cost/benefit tradeoffs in conservation policies
Source: Virginia Standards of Learning: Grade Six: Our world; our responsibility. Always check the current official document before relying on a code for placement or reporting.
Virginia Grade 6: Math and English Too
Science is one of three Virginia grade 6 centers. Same format, same standards-first approach, for the other two subjects.
Virginia Grade 6 Math
Six full practice tests, printable worksheets, step-by-step lessons, and every Virginia grade 6 math standard.
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Reading, writing, and language standards for Virginia grade 6, broken into short skill targets with practice for each one.
Open the English center →Virginia Grade 6 Science FAQ
Does Virginia test science in grade 6?
No. Virginia gives SOL Science in grades 5 and 8, so grade 6 students do not sit a state science test this year. Virginia also gives a high school biology end-of-course test. The standards on this page are still the ones grade 6 teachers teach, and they are what the next science test builds on.
Which standards does grade 6 science in Virginia follow?
Virginia follows the Virginia Science Standards of Learning, published by the Virginia Department of Education. All 42 of this grade's standards are listed further down the page with their official codes.
How long are the practice tests?
Each of the six practice tests has 40 questions and a 70-minute timer. The timer auto-submits at zero and you get your score, a breakdown by science area, and a written explanation for every question.
Is any of this free?
Yes, every practice test, quiz, and flashcard set on this page is free and needs no login. Your progress is saved in your own browser and nowhere else.
What is the fastest way to use this page?
Take practice test 1 cold. Look at the topic breakdown, pick the weakest science area, and do that skill quiz. Then read the quick review for that area and come back for practice test 2.
Grade 6 Science in Other States
Standards, practice tests, and quizzes for grade 6 science in every state and Washington, D.C.
Start With One Practice Test
Grade 6 is a building year for science in Virginia. Take a timed test, see which area is thinnest, and fix that one before it compounds.
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Virginia Grade 6 Science: study questions
How should I choose a Grade 6 science study target?
Start with the course or standards reference for this state. Explain one idea before doing its related practice, then use the feedback to decide what needs another example.
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These are independently published learning resources. A practice score does not predict or replace an official state score. Use the directions in each activity and consult your school for official testing and accommodation rules.
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