Regents Part 1: Multiple Choice
How many multiple choice questions are there total?
24
What is a claim?
other variations of this answer are acceptable as long as it is accurate
How many central ideas and writing strategies must you identify in your text analysis response?
1 (ONE) central idea, 1 (ONE) writing strategy
What do you need to include to make sure your email is going to the right recipient?
recipient's email address
What is the time/place a story takes place?
Setting
How many passages must you read on the multiple choice section of the Regents?
three! (3)
What is a counterclaim?
the opposite side or position of the claim, the opposing claim
How many paragraphs should a text analysis response be?
2-3 paragraphs
Where do you state the MAIN TOPIC/ PURPOSE of the email?
The subject line
What is the literary term for the problem(s) in a story/ narrative?
conflicts
What are the three genres of texts you must read for the multiple choice section?
1) Fiction 2) Poetry 3) Non-fiction
Where can you find the TOPIC of the Regents argument essay?
On the directions page for the Regents Part 2: Argument Essay
List THREE (3) different writing strategies (aka literary devices)
(Any 3 of the following)
characterization
conflict
symbolism
foreshadowing
figurative language
personification
imagery
What kind of TONE should you use in an email to a teacher/ boss?
formal & respectful tone
What is the literary term that encapsulates a character's personality, appearance, attitude, and actions?
characterization
What is one strategy you can use to retain information and/or select the best possible answer choice for the multiple choice exam?
Any of the following: two-column notes, annotations, reading 1-2 lines before the lines stated in the question, process of elimination
How many different texts MUST you use for textual evidence to get a passing score on the Argument Essay?
THREE!!!! (3)
PLEASE REMEMBER IT IS THREE
DO NOT FORGET YOU NEED TO USE EVIDENCE FROM THREE DIFFERENT TEXTS!! MY GOODNESS PLEASE
What is a central idea? Provide a definition, then state ONE example of a central idea.
A life lesson, moral of a story, or a general statement about life or people that is communicated through a text.
examples: not everyone can be trusted, hard work and determination pay off, life isn't always fair
State TWO things you should AVOID when you are writing an email to a teacher/ boss.
- informal language (sup bro, idk the hw)
- incorrect punctuation/ capitalization
- overly detailed/ TMI (My dog ate my homework yesterday and then I tripped over a rock on the way to school and then it rained on my walk back home and then I had to go into a bodega to let my clothes dry and then I realized I had to walk my dog but then he was sick from eating my homework...)
- overly general (I'm lost)
What are the different types of conflicts in literature?
internal conflict - man vs. self
External conflict - man vs. man, man vs. nature, man vs. society
TRUE/FALSE: If you're unsure about a question, you should skip it and leave it blank
What is the proper way to cite your evidence in the argument essay?
(Text #, Line #) for example: (Text 1, Line 4)
What is a sentence starter you can use to begin your text analysis response that introduces the TWO necessary components of analysis?
The central idea of the the text _________ (title) is _______________________ (central idea), this is developed by the writing the strategy _____________ (writing strategy).
OR
In literature as in life, ___________________ (central idea). This is developed in the text ____________ (title) through the writing strategy ___________________(writing strategy).
State two things you should include in the body of an email to a teacher/ boss
- your full name, class, and period
- concise reason for the email
- gratitude for time (Thank you for your time and consideration)
- respectful tone and disposition, especially if you are asking for something!
- proper ending salutation (Sincerely, Warmly, Best, etc.)
Identify the point of view in the following excerpt:
"You're still trying to decide who to be. The self you’ve been lately doesn’t make sense anymore; that woman died with Uche. She’s not useful, unobtrusive as she is, quiet as she is, ordinary as she is. Not when such extraordinary things have happened." - The Fifth Season, N. K. Jemisin
second person point of view