Listening
How many times can you listen to the question?
Only once
Where can you find hints to answer besides the reading?
Pictures, titles, and directions.
What is something you can do in both speaking and writing when you answer a question? Hint: start with R
Restate the question in your answer.
Where is the first time you write a thesis statement?
In the introduction paragraph
What overall score do you need to pass the exam?
4.7
When the speaker talks about various subject matter are they short?
No, they speak for a very long time, so make sure you do your best to stay focused.
Where can you find the answers to the reading questions?
In the text
What are examples of four linking words you can use when describing a sequence?
First, Second, Third, Next, Afterward, Then, Finally
Where and what is a hook?
It's at the beginning of an essay and it's used to grab people's attention. You can start off with a question or description, etc.
What 2 domains are worth more?
Reading and Writing
Before you do take the listening test, as well, as the other domains, this test gives you what?
Practice questions
If you're unsure about what something means what can you do?
use context clues
What are specific content-related vocabulary words?
special big words about the subject matter they are presenting.
What does R.A.C.E. stand for?
Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain
Do 9th-12th graders take the same test?
Yes
If you don't remember what the speaker talked about, what do you do?
Look at the pictures for clues.
A good reading detective searches for ____ in order to figure out the answer
Evidence
What are at least 3 words you could use to contrast or share differences?
However, yet, while, instead, in contrast
In an argumentative/opinion essay, a thesis should
restate the idea of the prompt, state your position, and list 3 reasons you will use to argue your point
No, the higher your grade level is the more questions you need to get correct to get the same overall score as the grade levels below you.
What is the first domain you will be doing when you take the ACCESS test?
Listening
What is a strategy that good readers do first when they have to answer reading questions?
Read the question and answer choices first.
What should I do if I say the wrong thing?
DON'T STOP! Keep talking and fix your mistake.
Describe what goes in a 5 paragraph essay. Hint: Introduction paragraph, 3 body paragraphs, conclusion
1. Introduction paragraph -hook, background information, thesis statement
2. 3 Body paragraphs with a reason, evidence, and explanation. 3rd Body paragraph has a counterclaim
3. Conclusion - restate the thesis, summarize ideas, and a call to action
What happens if you do pass the test?
You'll NEVER have to take it again if you continue to live in Washington state.