Vocabulary
Test Prep 101
Annotation
Writing
100

What is the definition of "theme"?

A message about life or the world.

100

How many short-response questions are there on the NY State ELA test? 

6

100

What is it called, when we break the text down into smaller parts? 

Chunking the text

100

What is one thing you should NOT do while taking the test. 

Call out

get out of your seat

crying uncontrollably 

scream for help

200

What is the definition of "annotate"?

Add notes

200

Which grades will take the state standardized test?

Students in grades 3–8 take the State English Language Arts (ELA) test each spring.

200

What is the purpose of annotating? 

To help to understand the text better.

200

What does CERERC stand for 

I AM NOT EVEN PUTTING THE ANSWER HERE! YOU KNOW THIS... or else lol

300

What is the definition of "emphasize"?

Highlight/to show

300
How can you restate the following question, "what is one way that Johnny's attitude changed throughout the passage?"

One way Johnny's attitude changed is that 

300

When we summarize as part of our annotations, is it important to write in complete sentences? 

No, short phrases or just a few words are fine, whatever helps you remember.

300

How many pencils should I bring to the state test exam?

3-5 

400

What is the definition of "develop"?

To grow

400

When you read a new test question, what is one thing you need to do to understand how to answer it? 

Break it down and identify the different parts of the text that the question is asking us to connect!


400

What are the 4 common text structures?

Chronological

cause and effect

problem and solution

compare and contrast 

400
How many points is an extended response worth? 

4

500

What is the definition of "support"?

Back up an idea.

500

How many multiple-choice questions are there on the NY State ELA test?

18

500

Name three text feature elements of non-fiction?

title 

subheadings

glossary

diagrams

500

How many points is a short response worth? 

2

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