True or False, I should read a text once really quickly if I have to write an essay.
False. You should read it carefully several times to make sure you understand it.
100
List parts of the Introduction
Hook
Bridge
Thesis Statement
100
After I close read a text, what should my first step be?
Prewriting:
Graphic Organizer, Notes, Outlining
100
What type of writing is the MOSL,
Narrative, Informative, or Argumentative?
Argumentative
200
List an event that will take place during Wellness Week
Testing, CPR, Job Fair, Health Fair, Run, ETc.
200
The action I am doing as I read a text with a writing utensil in hand.
Annotation
200
List the parts of an essay.
Introduction
Thesis Statement
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion
200
True or False, I should always just turn in the first thing I write without looking it over.
False!
Look over your work.
200
How many texts will you read for the MOSL?
Two
300
List a correct uniform.
black pants/skirt, white/school collared shirt
300
When reading texts for an argumentative essay, what are some things I should be doing?
1. Trying to understand the text.
2. Annotating the text.
3. Looking for evidence and reasons to support my thesis position.
300
This is the "umbrella" of my essay.
The Thesis Statement
300
The name for writing a first draft.
Drafting
300
The name for Extended Time, which some students are entitled to when taking the MOSL and any standardized test...
Testing Accommodations.
MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHAT YOURS ARE AND USE THEM IF YOU NEED THEM!
400
When is the last day of instruction?
June 15th
400
Why do we close read?
To better understand
To look for evidence
To slow down and think about what we are reading
Because we must do it in other subjects in high school and in college.
400
If I use a quote or paraphrase from a text, what must I do in my essay?
Cite the text.
(Label the evidence, "According to...", Etc.)
400
What is the difference between revising and proofreading?
Revising changes the wording of writing (adding details, changing words or sentences, etc)
Proofreading changes the grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and capitalization of writing.
400
The Date of the MOSL
Tuesday, May 10th, 2016
500
List three exams a 10th Grade Student could be required to take this Spring.
NYSESLAT, MOSL, Global Regents, Living Environment Regents, Common Core Algebra Regents, Geometry, Earth Science (all answers accepted)
500
List the annotation guide symbols.
Put ? next to confusing parts.
Put ! next to important ideas.
Circle Words I don't know.
Put notes in the margin.
500
Explain a counterargument.
A counter-argument is an argument opposed to your thesis, or part of your thesis. It expresses the view of a person who disagrees with your position.