Argumentative
Which type of evidence is based in emotion?
pathos
What is the purpose of narrative writing?
to entertain
Where should you put opinion in informational writing?
NEVER!
When does the test begin?
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
After rolling in the mud, the dog looked like a melted chocolate bar.
simile
"Choosy Moms Choose Jif" is an example of what evidence type?
ethos
Define "theme".
unifying ideas or subjects that are important to the story and seem to be the “point” of the story
When you use sources in your writing, what must you do?
cite
How many days are we testing?
9
She was a thunderstorm, and I was a light mist.
metaphor
What are the 5 parts of an argument?
Claim, Reason, Evidence, Counterclaim, Rebuttal
Melanie was doing her homework. She kept busy but she kept looking at her watch. When it was 6:00, she smiled. She put her homework down. She went into the living room and picked up the remote.
Why did Melanie smile when it was 6:00? How do you know? 1. She found the remote. 2. It was time for her mom to come home from work. 3. A sad news report was coming on. 4. Her favorite TV show was on.
4. Her favorite TV show was on. ---> picked up the remote
How long should an informative essay be on the OSAS?
4 paragraphs or more
How many questions are on the CAT?
25
If I don't get some food immediately, I am going to shrivel up and die!
hyperbole
What is a rebuttal?
You are wrong and this is why.
I finally finished my book! I began with one word, and now, 100,000 words later, I am done. It has taken me more than two long years of working at it nearly every day. I wrote, edited and rewrote about 250 words a day. I cannot imagine trying to do all of this by a deadline. I chose to do this on my own, and I completed it!
How does the writer feel now that she is done? How do you know?
She feels proud, relieved, accomplished.
Which controlling idea is informational?
A. Authors of horror use suspense and gore to write effective horror stories.
B. The best way to write an effective horror story is to absolutely include monsters and gore.
A. Authors of horror use suspense and gore to write effective horror stories.
During the CAT, which part should you start with?
The questions
The stars were dancing in the sky all night...
personification
Give an example of disingenuous evidence.
"Well my dad could beat up your dad and he said that going to space is a waste of money!"
What is imagery?
Use of the senses for descriptive purposes.
Which controlling idea is informational?
A. The best way to achieve a goal is to plan and try your best.
B. Some ways to overcome obstacles and achieve goals are by researching and planning.
B. Some ways to overcome obstacles and achieve goals are by researching and planning.
What is the expected growth score?
+21 points
The slithering snake stalked the small, silly siblings.
alliteration