Information & Ideas
The main idea
What is a ratio?
A comparison of two quantities
What is a synonym?
A word with a similar meaning.
Solve: x+5=12
7
How long is a paragraph?
5 sentences
What are the two types of textual evidence?
Scientific and Literary
A class has 12 boys and 18 girls. What's the ratio?
2:3
What does the word contrast mean?
To explain the differences between things.
Solve: 3x=21
7
Which "there" is possesive?
Their
What is the best way to find the main idea of a text?
Summarizing the text
A shirt costs $40 and is discounted by 25%. What is the sale price?
$30
What is the purpose of an author's tone?
To show the author's attitude toward the subject.
Solve: 2x+6=18
6
What is the difference between a dependent and independent clause?
An independent clause expresses a complete thought, a dependent clause does not.
What are the 3 steps on approaching textual evidence?
Identify the argument, make a test phrase, test the choices.
A car travels 180 miles in 3 hours. What is its average speed in miles per hour?
60mph
What is an inference?
A conclusion based on clues and evidence. Or an educated guess.
If y=3x+4, what is the value of y when x=5?
19
Which sentence is grammatically correct: "She don't like math" or "She doesn't like math"?
She doesn't like math
What is quantitative evidence?
data expressed in numbers, percentages, or statistical measures.
A recipe uses 3 cups of flour for every 2 cups of sugar. If 12 cups of flour are used, how many cups of sugar are needed?
8 cups of sugar
If an author uses facts, statistics, and expert opinions to support an argument, what type of appeal is being used?
Logos/Logical appeal.
Solve the system: x+y=10 and x-y=2. What is the value of x?
6
What is the purpose of a transition word or phrase in an essay?
To connect ideas and improve the flow of writing.