Vocabulary
What is the definition of "theme"?
A main message in the story, usually about life or the world.
What are the parts of an extended response question that would earn you 4 full points?
Restate question
Introduction
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion (In conclusion,...)
What kind of words do you use when going from one idea to the next?
Transition Words
What is one thing you should NOT do while taking the test.
Call out
get out of your seat
crying uncontrollably
scream for help
How many kids are in your class?
23
What is the definition of "annotate"?
To add notes next to a text while you read it.
What is the scale we use to narrow our multiple choice answers down to the best option?
Goofball, Imposter, Chicken Dinner
What is the purpose of annotating?
To help to understand the text better.
What does RACE stand for, and when do we use it?
RACE stands for :
Restate The Question
Answer The Question
Cite Evidence
Explain Your Answer
We use it to organize an answer to a short response question.
What is the name of your ELA teacher?
Ms. Munn
What is the definition of "emphasize"?
Highlight/to show
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
How can you take notes on the state test?
By annotating our ideas on scrap paper while reading the texts, and highlighting important parts on the computer!
What is a transition word, and what is it used for?
A word that combines two ideas like "and" "or" "also" "just as well"
They are used to separate ideas and organize our writing.
Who is the Principal of the school?
Principal Lagnado
What is the definition of "develop"?
To grow
After reading a new test question, what should be the first thing that you do?
Break it down and identify the different parts of the text that the question is asking us to connect!
What are the 4 common text structures?
Chronological
cause and effect
problem and solution
compare and contrast
4
Who are the three assistant principals at Copiague Middle School?
Mr. Porcellini
Mr. Salazar
Mr. Cutolo
What is the definition of "support"?
Back up an idea.
How do you figure out how many paragraphs to write for your extended response?
Count the bullets in the question and add one more.
Name three text feature elements of non-fiction?
title
subheadings
glossary
diagrams
How many points is a short response worth?
2
What is Ms. Munn's favorite sport?
Volleyball