Multiple Choice Madness
What should you do before reading the passage?
Skim the questions to know what to look for
What are context clues?
Hints in the sentence that help define a word.
What is the main idea of a passage?
The central point or message the author is sharing.
What is an inference?
A conclusion you make based on text evidence and prior knowledge.
What does the R in RACE stand for?
Answer: Restate the question.
What is the best way to eliminate wrong answers?
Cross out choices that don’t make sense based on the passage.
If you don’t know a word, what should you do first?
Answer: Reread the sentence before and after it.
Where should you look for the main idea?
The first and last sentences of a paragraph often give clues.
What should you do if the answer is not directly stated in the text?
Look for clues and make an educated guess.
What does the C in RACE stand for?
Cite text evidence.
If you’re stuck between two answer choices, what should you do?
Go back to the text and find proof before choosing.
What type of context clue is this? “The arid desert was so dry that no plants could grow.”
Answer: A synonym clue (arid = dry).
What is a theme?
Answer: The lesson or message of a story.
If a character is described as “fidgeting and avoiding eye contact,” what can you infer?
Answer: They are nervous or uncomfortable.
Why is it important to explain your text evidence?
Answer: To show how it supports your answer.
What is the most important thing to do after selecting an answer?
Reread the question to make sure it matches your choice.
What is a good strategy for answering vocabulary questions?
Cover the answer choices and predict the meaning first.
What is an example of a Universal Theme?
Answer: Friendship, bravery, overcoming challenges.
Why do authors sometimes “show” rather than “tell” information?
To let readers make inferences based on details.
How many pieces of evidence should you include in an extended response?.
Answer: At least two
Why is it important to look for keywords in the question?
They help you find the right part of the passage for your answer.
What does "interact" most likely mean in this sentence? “The two characters interacted in a friendly way.”
Talked or communicated.
How do supporting details help find the main idea?
They provide examples that prove the main idea.
How can you prove your inference is correct?
Answer: Find text evidence that supports it.
What should you always include in your conclusion?
Answer: A summary of your main point.