Test-Taking Strategies
Test Vocabulary
Literary Elements
Test Format
Multiple Choice Practice
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The first step to writing the argumentative essay.

Identify and answer the prompt.

100

Central Idea

the universal message of moral of a text

100
Define characterization
How an author depicts the personality of a character.
100

The number of sections on the NYS English Regents

What is 3?

100
The author most likely includes the description of London in lines 1 through 19 to (1) provide reasons for Richard’s dislike of the city (2) highlight opportunities for Richard’s career in the city (3) convey a sense of Richard’s frustration with the city (4) illustrate the nature of Richard’s life in the city
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200

You should identify this in each document before writing your argumentative essay.

Evidence for and against the prompt.

200

Counterclaim

the other or opposing side of the argument.  Should/Should not.

200
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
a simile uses "like" or "as"
200

How many texts are in the multiple choice section?

3, Fiction, Informational and Poetry

200
The figurative language used in line 15 reinforces the (1) growth of the city (2) problems with development (3) increase in isolation (4) history of the towns
1
300

During the multiple choice section, it may be helpful to write this in the margins as you read.

Specific lines mentioned in the question, QCCs.

300

"One example of a Writing strategy"

a literary element, device, or technique.  For example:  Conflict, Imagery, setting, characterization.

300

The following is an example of what literary element? …When the short days of winter came dusk fell before we had well eaten our dinners. When we met in the street the houses had grown sombre. The space of sky above us was the colour of ever-changing violet and towards it the lamps of the street lifted their feeble lanterns. The cold air stung us and we played till our bodies glowed. Our shouts echoed in the silent street.

What is imagery?

300

What are the 3 types of texts you'll see in the multiple choice section?

fiction, poem, informational

300
In the context of the text as a whole, which statement regarding lines 41 through 43 is true? (1) Gary is jealous of Richard because he has a girlfriend. (2) Gary has a moody temperament and hides his feelings. (3) Richard has a plan and wishes to keep it a secret. (4) Richard is in a state of denial regarding his relationship
4
400

The minimum number of paragraphs for Part 2 Argument Response.

Four.  Introduction, Body, Counterclaim and Conclusion.

400

Figurative Language

is language that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation including Imagery.

400

Conflict is...

A battle between two opposing forces, sometimes a Protagonist and Antagonist

400
How many texts will you need to use in the argument essay?
3
400
The narrator’s use of dialogue in lines 68 through 81 enhances a mood of (1) satisfaction (3) confidence (2) stress (4) remorse
2
500

The minimum number of texts to cite in your Part 2 Argument Response.

Minimum of Three texts.  Be sure to cite correctly:

"______________"(Text 1).

500

Imagery is...

the authors descriptive use of the 5 senses in a text:

sight, sound, touch, taste, smell

500

Define setting.

when and where the story takes place

500

How many points can you get between BOTH essays?

32.  Part 2 6 points times 4=24.  Part 3 4 points times 2=8.  24 + 8=32.

500
Which quote best reflects a central theme in the text? (1) “London grew into something huge and contradictory … and a price that all good places have to pay.” (lines 17 through 19) (2) “Richard checked another row of figures … and he set it up to print out again;” (lines 54 and 55) (3) “Richard looked at his watch. ‘Five minutes, Sylvia. It’s almost wrapped up. I just have to attach the P & L projection.’ ” (lines 59 and 60) (4) “He finished punching in the number, breathed a sigh of relief when somebody answered. ‘Ma Maison. Can I help you?’ ” (lines 89 and 90)
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