Test Taking Strategies
Root, Prefixes, Suffixes
Figurative Language
Rhetorical Appeals and Argumentative Techniques
Miscellaneous
Reliable Sources, Audience, Purpose
100
What is the first thing you should always do when you open a test item?
What is read the question?
100
In the word reheated, "-ed" is the ____.
What is suffix?
100
What piece of figurative language is used in this clip from the video [0:50-0:56]?
What is alliteration?
100
Watch the following video and identify what the primary rhetorical appeal being used is.
What is logos?
100
"In the aftermath of the tragedy, community members gathered in silent reflection, honoring those who had been lost."
Which word BEST describes the tone of the above passage?
A. Humorous
B. Optimistic
C. Sarcastic
D. Solemn
What is D. Solemn
100
A student is writing an argumentative essay on the question:
Should schools place limits on student use of artificial intelligence (AI)?
The student collected the following sources. To build the strongest essay possible, the student should eliminate the four least reliable sources.
Source Bank
- A TikTok video titled "The Truth About AI in Schools!!!"
- A peer-reviewed journal article examining AI's impact on student learning
- An education professor's article published on a university website
- A meme shared on social media about students cheating with AI
- A U.S. Department of Education report on AI in education
- A personal blog written by a high school student describing their experiences with AI
- A national newspaper article that includes interviews with researchers and educators
- An anonymous comment posted beneath a YouTube video
Question
Which four sources should the student eliminate first?
What is 1, 4, 6, 8
200
What is the name of the strategy that helps you identify a central claim quickly?
What is the WIN Strategy?
200
in the word "denotation," "nota" is the _____.
what is root word.
200
Watch the following clip from Mulan. What kind of figurative language is being used in the chorus of the song.
What is simile?
200
What is the primary rhetorical technique used in this commercial advertisement?
What is ethos?
200
After reading two different passages, a student finds that the authors of each passage have different attitudes about grapes: one loves grapes, the other hates grapes. This means the author's have ________ perspectives. (Use the language that we use in class).
What is conflicting perspectives?
200
A marine biologist has completed a study on declining sea turtle populations. She needs to share her findings with local beach visitors and other marine scientists.
Which approach would be the most effective?
A. Present the same scientific report to both audiences so everyone receives identical information.
B. Create a brochure with clear conservation tips and visuals for beach visitors while providing detailed data, methods, and conclusions to marine scientists.
C. Use only photographs of sea turtles for both audiences.
D. Focus on emotional stories about sea turtles and avoid discussing research findings.
What is B?
300
A student is taking a test and realizes that they have spent the last five minutes on a single question item. What should they do?
What is make a best guess, bookmark the question, and come back to it if they have additional time later?
300
The root "nota" appears in words like notary, denotation, annotation, notarize, and notable. Knowing what these words mean, what do you think "nota" means as a root word?
What is to mark or sign?
300
Identify the kind of figurative language used at 0:40-0:46 in the video.
What is metaphor?
300
What is the primary rhetorical technique being used in the above flyer?
What is pathos?
300
Which sentence uses a demonstrative pronoun?
A. She ran to the bus stop.
B. They enjoyed the concert.
C. This is my favorite book.
D. We finished the project.
What is C?
300
A student has collected survey data from 500 teenagers about their social media habits. She wants her audience to quickly recognize major trends and compare results.
Which format would be the most effective?
A. A paragraph describing each participant's response
B. A bar graph displaying survey results
C. A fictional story about a teenager using social media
D. A list of all 500 responses
What is B?
400
What is it called when students mark off question items that they have determined are incorrect in order to narrow down answer choices?
What is process of elimination?
400
During a field trip, students noticed a small card beneath an ancient artifact that listed its age, origin, and purpose.
What is the card beneath the artifact an example of?
A. A notation
B. A prediction
C. A narrative
D. A hypothesis
What is notation?
400
Passage: "After months of training, Maya stepped onto the starting line. Determination filled her mind like a fire steadily growing stronger with every breath."
Question: Which figurative language device is used in the sentence, and how does it contribute to the meaning of the passage?
A. Metaphor; it shows that Maya is afraid of the race.
B. Hyperbole; it exaggerates Maya's athletic ability.
C. Simile; it emphasizes the strength and growth of Maya's determination.
D. Personification; it suggests that determination can think for itself.
What is C?
400
"Critics claim that AI encourages cheating. While that can happen, AI can also provide tutoring and feedback that help students learn."
What argumentative technique/construction is being used in the above sentence?
What is Counterclaim/Rebuttal?
400
Read the following paragraph:
"Maya had always enjoyed solving problems, so she decided to enter the regional robotics competition. She spent weeks designing, testing, and improving her team's robot. Her coach often reminded the team, "Review your design carefully before making changes." The students followed that advice and continued refining their work. If the team were able to fix one final programming issue, they might have a chance to win the competition. As the event approached, the excitement in the room grew. The robot successfully completed several practice runs, and the team felt more confident each day. Will all of their hard work pay off on competition day? No one could be certain, but everyone agreed that the experience had already made them stronger engineers. The team has demonstrated remarkable perseverance throughout the season."
Which sequence correctly identifies the verb moods used in the bolded sentences in the order they appear?
A. Imperative → Subjunctive → Interrogative → Indicative
B. Indicative → Imperative → Subjunctive → Interrogative
C. Imperative → Indicative → Interrogative → Subjunctive
D. Subjunctive → Imperative → Indicative → Interrogative
What is Sequence A?
400
A public health organization wants as many community members as possible to understand how to prepare for extreme heat.
Which communication strategy would be most effective?
A. A technical report filled with scientific terminology
B. A ten-page essay discussing the history of heat waves
C. A spreadsheet containing raw temperature data
D. An infographic with visuals, key statistics, and clear action steps
What is D?
500
On many reading tests, students are asked to choose the BEST answer. What does the word BEST mean in this context?
What is that their might be multiple correct answers, but one answer is more correct or appropriate than all of the others?
500
"Maya entered the science fair, presents her project to the judges, and won first place."
Identify the word in the incorrect verb tense and then place it in the correct verb tense.
What is presents; past tense = presented.
500
As a group, construct a coherent sentence with as many alliterating words in a row as possible. Longest sentence wins.
What is *best answer*
500
What is the main argumentative technique being used by MIA in the chorus of this song? (Hint: pay attention to the repeated phrase)?
What is a rhetorical question?
500
Articles that feature recipe instructions are always written chronologically, meaning the steps to a recipe are always recalled in sequential order. Why is this expository structure the most effective way to present a recipe?
What is because any other expository structure would make it difficult for people to successfully follow the appropriate steps for the task at hand.
500
A student is writing an argumentative essay about the impact of social media on teenagers. Rank the sources from most reliable to least reliable.
Sources:
- A peer-reviewed journal article published by educational researchers
- A post from an anonymous user on a social media platform
- A government report that includes survey data and statistics
- An article on a school counselor's website that cites research but has not been peer reviewed
Order these resource from Most reliable to least reliable.
What is 1, 3, 4, 2.
600
A friend says, "I always run out of time on reading tests because I spend too long on hard questions." Itemize three test-taking strategies that could help your friend improve their performance and explain why it would work. (Bonus points for groups that can develop an acronym to help them remember these three strategies).
What is *best answer*
600
Using the Word Part Bank below, construct a word that most appropriately completes the sentence.
Word-Part Bank
pre- | mis- | re- | trans- | dict | port | spect | ject | -able | -ion | -ive | -or
Sentence: Before accepting the scientist's conclusion, Maya wanted more evidence because a good researcher tries to avoid making a __________ based on limited information.
What is prediction?
600
Choose one type of figurative language (metaphor, simile, or personification) to develop the idea that hard work leads to success. Then explain how your figurative language helps communicate the idea.
Part A: Write a sentence using figurative language.
Part B: Explain how your figurative language develops the idea that hard work leads to success.
Example Response: Success is a mountain that can only be climbed one step at a time.
This metaphor compares success to a mountain. The comparison helps readers understand that reaching a goal requires effort, patience, and persistence.
What is *best answer*?
600
Scenario: Your group is asked to develop an advertisement for a campaign on dental hygiene. You are asked to include details to persuade people to buy a particular brand of toothpaste. Write a sentence that makes a persuasive appeal for the brand of toothpaste you are sponsoring. (Remember your options are ethos, pathos, or logos).
What is *best answer*?
600
In The Odyssey, Odysseus spends many years trying to return home after the Trojan War. During his journey, he encounters dangers such as storms, monsters, and other challenges that delay his return. The story follows these events in a clear progression, allowing readers to trace his journey from one challenge to the next as time passes.
How does the author's use of a chronological structure help meet the needs of the audience?
A. It allows readers to follow Odysseus's journey step by step and understand how each challenge affects his progress toward returning home.
B. It helps readers compare Odysseus's experiences to those of other Greek heroes.
C. It organizes the events according to their importance rather than when they occurred.
D. It encourages readers to focus only on the ending of Odysseus's journey.
What is A?
600
Task: As a group find the MOST reliable source you can that discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on student cognitive performance. You have four minutes.
What is best answer.