Main Idea
What should you do first when reading a passage on a test?
Preview the questions / read actively with a purpose
What does it mean to cite text evidence?
Using quotes or details from the text to support your answer
What is an inference?
A conclusion based on text + your thinking
What is a complete sentence?
A complete thought with subject + verb
What should you do if you don’t know an answer?
Eliminate wrong answers / guess strategically
What is the difference between main idea and supporting details?
Main idea = what it’s mostly about; details = support it
Which is better: your opinion or evidence from the text?
Evidence from the text
What two things do you combine to make an inference?
Text evidence + prior knowledge
What is a run-on sentence?
Two or more sentences incorrectly joined together
Should you leave questions blank?
No, always answer every question
How can you find the main idea of a paragraph?
Look for repeated ideas, topic sentence, summarize in your own words
What are signal phrases you can use?
“According to the text…”, “The author states…”, etc.
If the answer isn’t directly stated, what skill are you using?
Inferencing
What is a fragment?
What do you do if two answers seem correct?
Choose the best answer and move on
What should you do if you don’t understand a word?
Use context clues / reread / skip and come back
What should you always include from the passage?
Evidence from the passage
What should you do if you don’t know an answer?
Eliminate wrong answers / make your best educated guess
What should your first sentence in a response include?
Restate the question / clear claim or answer
Why is it important to manage your time on a test?
So you can finish all questions
Why is it important to reread the question?
To make sure you understand what’s being asked
What makes an answer complete?
Complete answer + evidence + explanation
What do you do if two answers seem correct?
Reread and choose the best-supported answer
How many parts should a strong response have?
At least 3 parts (answer, evidence, explanation)
What is ONE strategy you will use tomorrow to do your best?
(Any reasonable strategy—reread, stay calm, take your time, etc.)