Test Taking Strategies
What is the first thing you should do before you can even start the test?
Ask for scratch paper!
What is one claim the author makes in the selection?
F Pets are good for their owners because pets keep people healthy.
G Some dogs need much more exercise than others do.
H Children are responsible pet owners.
J Taking walks is the best way to provide exercise for a dog
F Pets are good for their owners because pets keep people healthy.
What does ARMS and CUPS stand for?
Add, Remove, Move, Substitute
Capitalization, Understanding, Punctuation, Spelling
TWO QUESTIONS
Based on paragraphs 7 and 8 of the story, what can the reader infer about Patrick?
F He thinks he can entertain the girls by styling their hair.
G He believes he is a good babysitter.
H He does not get along with his sister and cousin.
J He would prefer to do as little work as possible.
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Patrick’s feelings about babysitting begin to become more positive when he —
A plans to entertain the girls with a movie
B sits at a tiny table
C braids the girls’ hair
D hits an imaginary dragon with a spatula
J He would prefer to do as little work as possible.
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C braids the girls’ hair
How many paragraphs go in an ECR? What is each paragraph called?
4/5
Introduction, 2-3 Body Paragraphs, Conclusion
What should you do once you have read a question?
Underline or highlight key words.
Who is the author most likely addressing in the selection?
A Someone seeking ways to treat pet allergies
B Someone considering whether to have a pet
C Someone trying to find a home for a pet
D Someone wanting to learn about different types of pets
B Someone considering whether to have a pet
(1) Samuel's parents had already agreed to let him stay the night at his friend's. (2) Thomas was asking him if he could sleep over.
Jay wants to combine sentences 1 and 2. Write a new sentence that combines the ideas in a clear and effective way.
Samuel's parents had already agreed to let him stay the night at his friend's, but Thomas was asking him if he could sleep over.
hat is the best summary of paragraphs 12 through 16?
F Patrick chooses to play a game with the girls he is babysitting. He pretends to battle an imaginary dragon while the girls act like princesses. He pretends to open a gate and then tells the imaginary dragon to stay away from the princesses. Patrick’s mother watches the children as they play.
G Patrick decides to use his imagination and play with the girls to make them happy. He pretends to fight an imaginary dragon to rescue the girls, who are acting like princesses in trouble. The girls thank him for rescuing them. Patrick’s mother watches and thanks him for helping her, too.
H Patrick uses an apron, a broom, and a spatula in order to play a game. He pretends to battle an imaginary dragon while the girls act like princesses. The girls are grateful for Patrick rescuing them from an imaginary dragon. Patrick’s mother hears the girls thank Patrick.
J Patrick imagines he is a prince fighting with a dragon as he gallops across the room. The girls hide behind a chair while he swings at the imaginary dragon with his spatula and pretends to defeat it. The girls, who are pretending to be princesses, thank him. They say he is their hero for rescuing them.
G Patrick decides to use his imagination and play with the girls to make them happy. He pretends to fight an imaginary dragon to rescue the girls, who are acting like princesses in trouble. The girls thank him for rescuing them. Patrick’s mother watches and thanks him for helping her, too.
How many sentences are in an SCR?
3-4 Sentences
How should you go through your answer choices? (3 Steps)
1. Eliminate wrong answers
2. Save potential answers with an "M"
3. Circle the correct answer
Read the dictionary entry.
condition \kən-ˈdi-shən\ noun 1. quality of whether something is ready to use 2. something needed before something can happen 3. quality of whether someone is healthy or fit 4. the state of matter at a given time
Which definition of the word condition is used in paragraph 7?
F Definition 1
G Definition 2
H Definition 3
J Definition 4
H Definition 3
(1) Amanda had gone to the store to buy ingredients for her mom's birthday cake. (2) She bought eggs, milk, cinnamon and butter.
Cynthia wants to combine sentences 1 and 2. Write a new sentence that combines the ideas in a clear and effective way.
Amanda had gone to the store to buy ingredients for her mom's birthday cake, and she bought eggs, milk, cinnamon and butter.
TWO QUESTIONS
The word tentative comes from the Latin word tentare, which means “to feel or try.” What does tentative mean in paragraph 12?
A Cautious
B Exciting
C Multiple
D Enjoyable
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Read this sentence from paragraph 8.
The untouched snow bordering the pond glittered in the sun as if a million diamonds were sprinkled across its surface.
What does the author’s use of imagery in this sentence emphasize?
A Emily believes that the icy pond will be hard if she falls.
B Emily realizes the value of learning how to ice-skate.
C Emily thinks the snow is beautiful.
D Emily thinks the snow is too bright.
A Cautious
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C Emily thinks the snow is beautiful.
What does RACE stand for in an ECR?
Restate the prompt to form a thesis/claim
Answer the question
Cite text evidence
Explain why the evidence is important or how it supports your answer
What should I do before I submit my test?
Review skipped or flagged questions. Check your answers.
What key idea do the details in the section “Calming Benefits” support?
A Resources should be gathered before training a pet.
B Many people are unfamiliar with how to train an animal.
C Many people have trouble dealing with stressful situations.
D A trained pet can reduce the stress people experience.
D A trained pet can reduce the stress people experience.
(6) Jahil’s neighbor came running out the door and cringed when he catched a whiff of the odor.
What change should be made in sentence 6?
A Change Jahil’s to Jahils
B Change neighbor to neighber
C Change and to he
D Change catched to caught
D Change catched to caught
Read this sentence from “A Wintry Welcome.”
I almost forgot about Texas as I concentrated on my new friends instead.
Which sentence from “Prince Patrick” shows that Patrick begins to feel the same way?
A “This is not how I imagined I would be spending Saturday afternoon,” he thought.
B Patrick didn’t even know how to braid hair.
C The girls chatted about Patrick’s work as they positioned shimmering crowns on their heads.
D “Might as well make this fun,” he thought.
D “Might as well make this fun,” he thought.
How do you answer an SCR? What should each sentence be? (In order)
Restate the prompt and answer.
2 Pieces of text evidence
1 sentence explanation
I don't understand this question? What are two things I can do?
1. Flag/Skip it and come back to it.
2. Guess (You've got a 25% chance to answer it correctly)
TWO QUESTIONS
Read this sentence from paragraph 9.
Many people believe that pets cause allergies in children.
How does the author show that this argument is untrue?
F By quoting an expert scientist
G By describing a research study
H By interviewing a pet owner
J By observing a pet owner
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Which idea does the author include to support the claim that pets make people become more active?
A People find it more fun to exercise with a pet.
B Pet owners need to maintain good health.
C People think that pets can cause stress.
D Pet owners have fewer allergies.
G By describing a research study
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A People find it more fun to exercise with a pet.
(2) It takes place on the lawn of the more famous house in our country.
What change should be made in sentence 2?
A Change It to He
B Change takes to took
C Change more famous to most famous
D Change country to Country
C Change more famous to most famous
What is one similarity in the way the main characters work through their conflicts?
F Both main characters adopt a new attitude that leads to a resolution.
G Both main characters make a mistake that adds to their problems.
H Both main characters perform a task that leads to recognition from others.
J Both main characters resolve their concerns by focusing on the needs of others.
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In what way do both Patrick from “Prince Patrick” and Emily from “A Wintry Welcome” change throughout the stories?
F They both are worried but then become relieved in the end.
G They both feel doubtful about their abilities but then become confident.
H They both are unhappy about their circumstances but then learn to accept them.
J They both feel excited at first but then are displeased with events that occur.
F Both main characters adopt a new attitude that leads to a resolution.
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H They both are unhappy about their circumstances but then learn to accept them.
How many points is an ECR worth? How many points is an SCR worth?
10 pts.
1-2 pts.