Multiple Choice
How many multiple choice questions are on the ELA regents?
24
How many sides will the topic have? How many should you meantion?
2
Define imagery
What is a central idea?
What is one thing you should do Before reading the passage?
Read the questions
How many readings are in this section?
4
What is it called when something happens that is the opposite of what you expect might happen?
Irony
Why is it important to always provide evidence in your writing?
To prove your claims with information from the text.
What are some strategies you can use while reading the passage?
Highlight, annotate, reread
How many texts should you quote in your essay?
3 min
What is the difference between mood and tone?
Mood is the reader's feelings or attitude and tone is the author's feelings or attitude.
True or false: There is always just one correct central idea.
False- as long as you can justify it with the text, almost any central idea can be acceptable.
Why are line numbers provided in the questions?
To help guide students as to where the information can be found in the text?
What is one thing you must mention and why?
The counterclaim to show that there is another side to the argument.
What must you do after identifying a central idea and writing strategy?
What should you make sure to bring with you the day of the exam?
When given line numbers in a question, what should you do and why?
Go back to the text read a few lines above and a few lines below in order to best comprehend the text and what the question is asking.
What is a rebuttal and why is it important?
After giving the other side's point of you you need a rebuttal that brings the reader back to your side of the argument.
What is the analysis piece of this writing? (AKA the connection)
You need to explain how the writing strategy develops the central idea.
What day and time is the NYS ELA regents?
Wednesday, June 14th at 7:15 am. All students must be here by 7am.