Reading Standards
"Everything here is hushed, as if the town itself is holding its breath." What does the phrase "holding its breath" infer about the town?
A. It is a lively and bustling place.
B. It is preparing for something significant.
C. It is filled with anxiety and fear.
D. It is an unremarkable location.
B. It is preparing for something significant.
Which of the following examples would best support an analysis of how Squishmallows appeal to different age groups?
A. Squishmallows are mostly popular because they are inexpensive and easy to find in stores.
B. Squishmallows are often used in children's movies to create a sense of fun and adventure.
C. Squishmallows come in many different designs and sizes, making them suitable for both children and adults.
D. Squishmallows are primarily marketed towards teens who enjoy collecting limited-edition items.
C. Squishmallows come in many different designs and sizes, making them suitable for both children and adults.
The first sentence of a strong paragraph is the _________________
argument
What are the 3 paragraph components to an essay?
Introduction, Body Paragraphs, and Conclusion
An argument should restate and answer the prompt.
TRUE
These are what you need to check for when proofreading. *100 Points per correct answer, up to 600!!*
What are punctuation, capitalization, spelling, sentence structure/variety, format/organization, and citations?
Letter from Someone Fifty Years from Now: What does the phrase "the winds carried your words away" most likely symbolize?
A. Changing priorities
B. Natural disasters
C. Futility of warnings
D. Advancement of technology
C. Futility of warnings
Discuss the role of determination in Batman's character and how it shapes his actions and relationships. Which would be the best examples to support this prompt?
A. a description of Batman's suit and gadgets
B. a quote about Batman's resolve to never kill
C. an autopsy of the death of Batman's parents
D. a comparison of Batman's and Superman's fighting styles
B. a quote about Batman's resolve to never kill
These are the 3 traits an argument should be.
specific, arguable, clear
These are what get summarized in the conclusion paragraph.
What are body paragraphs?
You should include specific evidence in each paragraph of your essay.
FALSE Specific evidence should be in the body paragraphs only, not in the intro or con
These are two ways you can restate your thesis in the conclusion.
Use synonyms, flip sentence structure
It’s No One’s Fault When It’s Everyone’s Fault "Blame spreads like water over a flat plain, seeping into every corner but pooling nowhere." What is the author’s perspective on assigning blame?
A. Assigning blame is essential for justice.
B. Blame is ineffective when shared widely.
C. Blame should focus on individual accountability.
D. Blame is irrelevant in modern discussions.
B. Blame is ineffective when shared widely.
Reducing meat consumption can decrease greenhouse gas emissions, improve global food security by freeing up agricultural land for crops, and reduce health risks associated with processed meats. What are the TOPIC and OPINION of the argument?
TOPIC: Meat Consumption
OPINION: Reduced
These are the question words to help provide context for evidence.
Who, What, When, Where, Why, How
These are the 3 parts of an introduction paragraph.
What is hook, background, and thesis?
The thesis in the introduction and the thesis in the conclusion should be perfectly identical.
FALSE: In the conclusion it should be restated in a different manner using synonyms or a different sentence structure.
Copying and using someone else's words or work, googling the answer, and using AI to write are all examples of cheating, also called p__________________.
plagiarism
"The classroom buzzed with silent agreement, a single nod enough to sway the whole room." How does the phrase contribute to the tone of the text?
A. It emphasizes tension and hesitation.
B. It creates a sense of peaceful unity.
C. It highlights the power of unspoken conformity.
D. It suggests rebellion beneath the surface.
C. It highlights the power of unspoken conformity.
This is the topic of the following essay prompt.
Consider how the relationship between Dipper and Mabel in Gravity Falls develops the story. Write an essay discussing how specific interactions between the two characters influence key events in the series.
What is Dipper and Mabel's relationship?
Correctly name and order the parts of a strong paragraph.
Argument, context, evidence, explanation, link
A thesis is a ________ + ___________ + 3 ______________
topic, opinion, reasons
It is recommended to use a personal anecdote (story or memory) instead of a quote, statistic, or question to hook your reader's attention.
TRUE
In-text MLA citations should have these two things inside parenthesis.
What are author's last name and paragraph number?
Trophic Cascade "When wolves returned to the park, the rivers changed their course." What theme does this line most clearly reflect?
A. The resilience of individual species
B. The destructive power of humanity
C. The dominance of predators in nature
D. The interconnectedness of ecosystems
D. The interconnectedness of ecosystems
Recycling programs in urban areas should be expanded to reduce the volume of waste in landfills, lower the energy required for manufacturing, and prevent harmful pollutants from contaminating ecosystems. What are the TOPIC and OPINION in this argument?
TOPIC: Recycling programs
OPINION: should be expanded
The final explanation should always ________________________
Link back to the argument
These 5 parts should be in every body paragraph.
What are argument, context, evidence, explanation, and transition?
This example provides context for the evidence. In the text it states, “Its wings and body didn’t move. It looked dead but its heart was still beating” (17).
FALSE
To change from one idea or paragraph to the next