Vocabulary
What is the definition of "theme"?
A main message in the story, usually about life or the world.
What is the one thing that is good about multiple choice questions?
The answer is listed
What kind of words do you use when going from one idea to the next?
Transition Words
What is one thing you should NOT do while taking the test.
Call out
get out of your seat
crying uncontrollably
scream for help
How many children does Mr. Lee-Zampi have?
What is the definition of "annotate"?
To add notes next to a text while you read it.
Which grades will take the state standardized test?
Students in grades 3–8 take the State English Language Arts (ELA) test each spring.
What is the purpose of annotating?
To help to understand the text better.
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.
Mr. Lee-Zampi is a native of what NYC Borough?
Brooklyn
What is the definition of "emphasize"?
Highlight/to show
One way Johnny's attitude changed is that
How can you take notes on the state test?
By annotating our ideas while reading the texts, and underlining important parts!
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.
What is Mr. Lee-Zampi's favorite thing to do when he is not in school?
Being in nature
What is the definition of "develop"?
To grow
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
What are the 4 common text structures?
Chronological
cause and effect
problem and solution
compare and contrast
What is the Radd Method?
Restate
Answer (the question)
Detail #1
Detail #2
What was the name of Mr. Lee-Zampi's childhood cat?
Thumbs...... he was a special breed of cat that actually has thumbs
What is the definition of "support"?
Back up an idea.
How long do you have to complete the ELA State Test?
as much time as your need.
Name three text feature elements of non-fiction?
title
subheadings
glossary
diagrams
How many points is a short response worth?
2
kindergarten
2nd grade