Vocabulary
Test Prep 101
Annotation
Writing
All About Mr. Lee-Zampi
100

What is the definition of "theme"?

A main message in the story, usually about life or the world.

100

What is the one thing that is good about multiple choice questions?

The answer is listed

100

What kind of words do you use when going from one idea to the next?

Transition Words

100

What is one thing you should NOT do while taking the test. 

Call out

get out of your seat

crying uncontrollably 

scream for help

100

How many children does Mr. Lee-Zampi have?

1
200

What is the definition of "annotate"?

To add notes next to a text while you read it.

200

Which grades will take the state standardized test?

Students in grades 3–8 take the State English Language Arts (ELA) test each spring.

200

What is the purpose of annotating? 

To help to understand the text better.

200

What does RACE stand for, and when do we use it?

RACE stands for :

Restate The Question

Answer The Question

Cite Evidence

Explain Your Answer

We use it to organize an answer to a short response question.

200

Mr. Lee-Zampi is a native of what NYC Borough?

Brooklyn

300

What is the definition of "emphasize"?

Highlight/to show

300
How can you restate the following question, "what is one way that Johnny's attitude changed throughout the passage?"

One way Johnny's attitude changed is that 

300

How can you take notes on the state test?

By annotating our ideas while reading the texts, and underlining important parts!

300

What is a transition word, and what is it used for?

A word that combines two ideas like "and" "or" "also" "just as well"

They are used to separate ideas and organize our writing.

300

What is Mr. Lee-Zampi's favorite thing to do when he is not in school?

Being in nature

400

What is the definition of "develop"?

To grow

400

When Attempting to answer a question, what should you do to help you remember text details?

Identify what the question is asking and underline text details


400

What are the 4 common text structures?

Chronological

cause and effect

problem and solution

compare and contrast 

400

What is the Radd Method?

Restate

Answer (the question)

Detail #1

Detail #2

400

What was the name of Mr. Lee-Zampi's childhood cat?

Thumbs...... he was a special breed of cat that actually has thumbs

500

What is the definition of "support"?

Back up an idea.

500

How long do you have to complete the ELA State Test?

as much time as your need.

500

Name three text feature elements of non-fiction?

title 

subheadings

glossary

diagrams

500

How many points is a short response worth? 

2

500
What is the only two grades in Elementary school that Mr. Lee-Zampi has not taught?

kindergarten

2nd grade

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