Vocab
What does "infer" or "make an inference" mean?
Make an educated guess based on what you know.
READ THEM
What should be in the introduction paragraph of an essay? (4 things)
Restated question/claim, background information, title and author of text if needed, main reasons.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor? Explain both definitions.
Simile- comparison between 2 unlike things using like or as.
Metaphor- comparison between 2 unlike things NOT using like or as.
What is the best part about taking MCAS?
What are candy & mints?
What is a "narrative"?
A story!
Should you ever leave a question blank?
NO!
How much should you write when answering an open response question? About how many sentences are in each paragraph?
At least 4 paragraphs (Intro, 2 body, conclusion.)
5-7 sentences per paragraph.
What is the definition of "personification"? Give an example.
Giving human qualities to nonhuman things, animals, or objects.
What is the first grade you take MCAS in?
3rd Grade
What are the paragraphs in poetry called?
Stanzas
What does it mean when there is a small number or star above a word in the text? (what is it called?)
It means there is a footnote with a definition of the word at the bottom.
How many quotes should you use in an essay? How do you write a quote?
At least 2. Introduce the quote with a phrase and proper punctuation.
The moon is a lantern in the sky.
What type of figurative language is this? What is being compared? What does it mean?
Metaphor. The moon compared to a lantern.
Meaning: the moon is bright similar to a lantern.
Should you stay up late playing video games the night before your MCAS test?
No!!!
What does "theme" mean in regards to a piece of writing?
An idea/meaning that is represented throughout a piece of writing.
What can you do to help narrow down options for multiple choice questions?
Eliminate (literally crossing out) answers you know are wrong, that way increasing your odds of picking the right answer.
Essays are informative writings. Narrative writings tell a _____.
Story. When writing a narrative it is your job to write from the perspective specified by the question.
What is a "hyperbole"? Give an example.
Extreme exaggeration.
When should you get up out of your seat during MCAS testing?
Only if there is an emergency, otherwise ring your imaginary bell.
What does it mean to "imply" something?
To suggest something without actually specifically saying it
What is something you can do to help identify key information before reading an essay.
Read the question first. This helps your brain know what to look for while reading.
What is something you can do while reading to identify important information from the text?
Highlight, circle, underline etc.
The wrapped gift begged to be opened.
What type of figurative language is this?
Personification
What does R.A.C.E.S. stand for? Explain each letter.
R- restate
A- Answer the question
C- Cite text evidence
E- Explain evidence
S- Sum it up!