Grammar
Only one of these options BEST combines these two sentences. I like breakfast. I like lunch better.
a. I like breakfast, lunch is better.
b. I like breakfast, but lunch is better.
c. I like breakfast but, lunch is better.
d. I like breakfast and lunch is better.
What is Option B.
character
The first time I tried to ride my bike, I couldn't reach the pedals. The root ped means...
foot or feet
Before reading a text, I will ________.
Read the questions.
When you write a summary, what should you include?
Most important details in your own words
What are the capitalization errors in this sentence.
My aunt Lois likes to eat dinner at Burger king in the Spring.
Aunt, Burger King, spring
There are many differences between poems and prose. Name at least two differences.
Stanzas vs. Paragraphs, Lines / Verses vs Sentences, Rhyming words & rhythm
I have to get on the interstate to go from Georgia to my home in Tennessee. The root inter means...
Between
When I get to the narrative, I will do these three steps.
Read the prompt.
Highlight things in the story and/or take notes about what I will write as I read the text.
Skip the narrative and come back to it with at least 20 minutes left.
What text features can help you better understand a text? How does it help?
Multiple answers accepted
A. I need to buy two baseballs at the store by the mall.
B. I need to by too baseballs at the store by the mall.
C. I need to buy to baseballs at the story by the mall.
A
Harry walked out of the enclosure, still panting, and saw Madam Pomfree. She was standing at the mouth of a second tent, looking worried. POV?
3rd person (She, names)
Sally was sentimental about moving schools and leaving her friends behind. All of the memories made her sad. What clues help you figure out the meaning of sentimental?
memories, sad
When I find a question that stumps me, I will_____.
Cross off what I know it's not.
Flag it and come back to it.
How is the following text organized?
Cause & Effect
Fragment, Run-on or Complete sentence?
While outside, found a large acorn in the backyard.
Fragment
"I can't believe Louis that I am in love with him," screeched Holly. Name a character trait for Holly. Explain why.
Multiple answers accepted.
I looked through the telescope to see the moon and stars. Tele means far away. What is the meaning of scope?
To look for see
What are some ways that the test makers try to trick you?
Choose TWO answers.
List all GOOD, but only one BEST answer.
The BEST answer will always have the MOST evidence.
If a text includes key words like first, second, then, next and furthermore, it is organized using what text structure?
Sequence or Chronological order
Fix this sentence.
"I will do my homework when I get home from school" said wyatt to his Mom.
"I will do my homework when I get home from school," Wyatt said to his mom.
Name three strategies for finding the theme of a text.
What is the conflict and how is it solved?
Look at the end of the story.
What did the characters learn?
If I could go back in time, then I would want to study omnivores. I wonder if I would see them eat leaves or if they would eat me instead. The root "vore" means one that eats. What does the "omni" mean?
All
The most important thing that you can do during this test if ____________________.
HIGHLIGHT EVIDENCE
BE CONFIDENT!!!
Give three strategies you can use to find the main idea of a text.
Repeated words
Title
Beginning & End
What is the ENTIRE text about?