Summaries/Writing
What is the fiction summary tool?
Somebody
Wanted
But
So
Then
How do context clues help you when reading a passage?
meaning of unknown words
When you are taking notes on a passage, what 3 things go at the top of your paper?
You use commas in a series if you have _____ or more items.
3
How many times should you read a poem on the STAAR test?
2 times
In a nonfiction summary, what three things do not belong?
Details
Extra Information
What does theme mean and how to determine the theme of a story?
lesson the story teaches
What does the main character learn?
What 3 things (not including the title) do you need to write at the top of your notes sheet when you're reading a poem?
Type
Topic
Mood
What is the best way to combine the two sentences? Include all necessary punctuation and words.
I like to eat pickles. I do not like to bell peppers.
I like to eat pickles, but I do not like to eat bell peppers.
How do you know if a poem is lyrical?
It has a set rhythm and rhyme
If you see a nonfiction summary question, what will you write on your notes sheet?
Give an example of a set of synonyms and an example of set of antonyms
same
opposite
Name two activities that you could do during a brain break
Doodle/Draw
Go to the bathroom
Get a drink of water
Eat a snack
Give an example of homophones
Words that sound the same but are spelled differently
How do you know if a poem is narrative?
It has a problem and solution
When you see a lot of words and the term "essay", what planning tool will you use in your writing?
R
A
C
E
C
E
Sc
What do supporting details support?
The central idea
If there are 4 comprehension passages and an essay on the STAAR test, how many sheets of paper should you use for notes?
At least 4
What is the rule for writing the plural form a word that ends in y?
IF there is a consonant before the Y -- change the Y to I and add ES
Give any example of a simile
True of False: You will use RACECES when answering a short answer question.
False -- You will use RAC for short answer questions.
Which text features is a labeled picture?
Diagram
How often should you take a brain break on the Reading STAAR?
After every passage
How can you determine if a sentence is a compound sentence and needs a comma before the conjunction?
Two complete sentences (independent clauses)
Give an example of imagery
Must describe something using one of the 5 senses