The Day Before the Test
What is one important thing you should do the night before the ELA Exam to prepare?
Review multiple choice, short response and extended response test strategies
What should you do if you're unsure of the answer to a multiple-choice question?
take an educated guess
How can restating the question in your answer improve your short response?
to remind the reader what the question is asking
How should you structure an extended response to ensure clarity and coherence?
include introduction, 2-3 body paragraphs and conclusion
Why is it crucial to get a good night's sleep before the test?
to be well rested to take the test
Why is it essential to read all the answer choices before selecting an answer?
to understand what all of your answer choices are
Why is providing specific details and examples important in a short response?
details and examples are important because they help support or prove your response
Why is it important to address all parts of the prompt in an extended response?
To receive full credit for the response.
How can creating a study schedule help you the day before the ELA Exam?
help you recall important words/concepts/ strategies
How can eliminating obviously incorrect choices help you when answering multiple-choice questions?
to decide which two answers make no sense and two answers that can possibly correct
How can creating an outline before writing your short response help organize your thoughts?
Helps you figure out where to place your Restate, Answer, 2 pieces of evidence and 2 explanations in your short response. USE YOUR RACECE CHECKLIST
How can using transitions between paragraphs improve the flow of your extended response?
Helps organize ideas throughout your writing
Why is it beneficial to review your notes and previous assignments the day before the test?
To help you recall what you've learned in preparation for the test
What strategies can you use to identify key words or phrases in a multiple-choice question?
annotating; circle and explain key words, box specific section titles, paragraph #s, line #s and or stanza #s, and star them in the passage
What should you do if you have extra time after writing your short response?
Reread writing for mistakes ( periods at the end of sentences, spelling, etc.)
What is the benefit of providing evidence or examples to support your points in an extended response?
What are some relaxation techniques you can use to reduce test anxiety the night before the ELA Exam?
Listen to music, draw, breathing exercises, talk to friends
Why is it important to manage your time effectively when taking a multiple-choice test?
to make sure you answer all of the questions- DON'T LEAVE ANYTHING BLANK!
Why is it crucial to review and revise your short response before submitting it?
Reread writing for mistakes ( periods at the end of sentences, spelling, etc.)
To make sure you've answered the question, provided evidence and explained it
Why should you take the time to read over your entire extended response and make revisions before finishing?
Reread writing for mistakes ( periods at the end of sentences, spelling, etc.)
To make sure you've answered the question, provided evidence and explained it