The Test Itself
How many days is the EOC
2
Repeating the same letter sound at the beginning of many words in a row
Alliteration
Language that appeals to the senses
Imagery
What's the first thing you do in a Constructed Response?
Restate, and then answer the question
How many points do you get for having an effective claim?
1
The test is what percent of your grade?
20%
Using statistics or data in an argument is this kind of rhetorical appeal
Logos
Force against the main character
Antagonist
How many sentences should you write in a constructed response?
5-7
How long does an argument have to be?
Long enough to completely and full answer the prompt. OR 5 paragraphs is an acceptable answer.
What do you have to score to be proficient?
80%
A statement that initially seems false or impossible, but upon reflection makes sense
Paradox
The opposite of what is expected
Irony
What do you need to prove your answer in a constructed response?
Cite evidence, or provide textual support
What goes in an argumentative thesis?
A clear statement of your position on the issue, and the claim(s) you are going to argue
How many Constructed Response Questions are there?
9
A part of something used to represent the whole
Synechdoche
An observing narrator who knows all thoughts of all characters
Omniscient
How many points is a constructed response worth?
2
What is a counterargument/refutation?
What the other side says and why they are wrong
How many multiple-choice questions are there?
48
An extended metaphor that applies to an entire poem
Conceit
The background information that you usually learn at the beginning of a story
Exposition
What is the final step in answering a constructed response?
Summarize your argument, and make a connection (text to self, text to text, or text to world)
How many points is the argumentative essay worth?
7