Vocabulary
What is the definition of "annotate"?
To add notes next to a text while you read it.
Which grades will take the state standardized test?
Students in grades 3–8 take the State English Language Arts (ELA) test each spring.
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 definition of "emphasize"?
Highlight/to show
One way Johnny's attitude changed is that
How can you take notes on the state test?
By annotating our ideas while reading the texts, and underlining important parts!
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.
What is the definition of "develop"?
To grow
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!
What are the 4 common text structures?
Chronological
cause and effect
problem and solution
compare and contrast
4
What is the definition of "support"?
Back up an idea.
How many multiple-choice questions are there on the NY State ELA test?
18
Name three text feature elements of non-fiction?
title
subheadings
glossary
diagrams
How many points is a short response worth?
2