Vocabulary
What is the definition of "theme" and "central idea"?
A main message in the story/what the whole text is about.
When an author hints that something will happen later in the story....this is called
Foreshadowing
What tools SHOULD AND CAN you use to help you while reading the passages?
Highlighter, Note pad, line reader, answer eliminator
What is one thing you should NOT do while taking the test.
Call out
get out of your seat
crying uncontrollably
scream for help
What is the fastest land animal
The cheetah
What does it mean to annotate?
To add notes next to a text while you read it.
Using the note pad or scrap paper
NYS state exams are for students in grade ____ - ____
Students in grades 3–8
When you are about to start reading a passage on the state test, whats the first thing you should read?
the directions, background info before the title, the title
How many pieces of evidence must you include in each short response?
2
What year did College Point Collaborative open?
2018
What does 'contribute' mean?
How something supports something else.
What should I do when a question asks about a specific paragraph in the passage?
Go back and re-read the paragraph it asks about.
What transition words might an author use if they are showing the other side of their argument?
On the other hand, however, unlike...
How many points is a short response worth?
2
What part of the plant conducts photosynthesis?
The leaves
What is the definition of "develop"?
To grow
You should plan your extended response on _________ before starting to write your essay.
Scrap paper
Why do authors use imagery?
To make the reader feel as if they are there
List three transition words you might use to wrap up in your conclusion.
In conclusion, Therefore, Ultimately, Consequently, All in all...
What is is the correct spelling of the school dean:
1. Mr. Collasacco
2. Mr. Colassacco
3. Mr. Colasacco
4. Mr. Collassaco
3. Mr. Colasacco
This is considered where a story takes place and the time it takes place.
Setting
What is the difference between tone and mood?
Tone is how the author feels about the topic they're writing about.
Mood is how the reader feels when reading the text.
What should I annotate for when reading a story?
What should I annotate for when reading an article?
Important ideas about the characters, events, setting
Important ideas about the topic, research, quoted experts, numbers and stats.
4
Name 5 main characters from the move Frozen by name
OR sing one song from the movie.
Anna, Elsa, Sven, Kristoff, Olaf