Reading & writing · Grades 6–9
The quiet room · reading guide
An original passage with comprehension, reasoning and a marking guide.
The quiet room
The student council proposed turning an unused room into a quiet study space. Supporters pointed to a survey of students who struggled to concentrate at lunch. Others noted that the drama club already used the room for storage. The council agreed to test the study space for two weeks while keeping a labelled storage area.
Read, think and respond
- How long would the test last?
- Identify the compromise.
- What evidence should the council collect during the trial?
Suggested answers and marking notes
How long would the test last?
two weeks
Identify the compromise.
Rubric: Explain that the room would be tested for study while a labelled section remained available for drama storage.
What evidence should the council collect during the trial?
Rubric: Suggest relevant measures such as use, noise, access or effects on storage. Explain how the evidence could guide the final decision.
Learning preview · teacher review required. Grade bands are approximate, not official curriculum alignment.