Vocabulary
Ms. Rivera said that all of you are very capable of passing the state exam! She said, "if we believe, we can achieve"
What does capable mean in this sentence?
able to do something
When the author uses this text structure, they provide many details or characteristics of something.
description/ descriptive
How many pieces of text evidence/details should we provide in our short-repsonses?
At least TWO!
This strategy is used to answer short response questions. It has 4 parts
R.A.C.E.
What the text is mostly about & what you use to prove what the text is mostly about
Main Idea & supporting details
Mr. G was very proud of his auto superstore. "We have such an extensive selection of cars," he said, "so everyone should find a vehicle that he or she will love!"
The word "extensive"means
large amount or a lot of
What text structure shows the events or procedures in time order? What are some words that the author might use?
chronological order or sequence
What should you do if you're having a lot of trouble with one question?
Skip it and come back to it later on.
Explain why going back to the text and rereading is important.
It can help us find the answers and text evidence we need to support our answers.
What does it mean if they ask for the central message of the story?
the moral, message, or lesson that the author wants you to learn / the theme
There is a legal battle raging and the judges are concerned that time is running out. Lawyers are being asked to expedite the matter by getting their paperwork in early.
What does expedite mean?
quicken or do faster
This text feature uses clue words: because, if, so, then, as a result.
Cause & Effect
Could this be an example of a theme? Explain why or why not! "Be kind to to John, even when he is not kind to you."
No, because the theme cannot mention specific characters or events from the story.
Before you try to answer a question, you should always do what?
annotate the questions first
What is an inference?
When you use what you know, and what is in the text to come up with an idea about a topic
I looked at the blueprints for your new house. This is earthquake country. You need to fortify the frame or you'll have a disaster with the first tremor and the whole things could collapse.
What is a synonym for fortify?
Strengthen or make stronger
Example: If your ice begins to melt, put it in the freezer.
Problem and Solution
What does it mean when a question uses the word "Best" in the question?
That there could be more than one answer that is right or close to right, but one will be better than the others.
What is the test taking strategy we can only use when it comes to multiple choice questions?
The process of elimination
What does it mean to compare and contrast? Give an example.
Compare means to say how they are alike.
Contrast means to say how they are different.
If your plan fails, we’ll have to find someone who can devise a better one.
What does the word “devise” mean.
a. design b. dislike c. appliance d. use a map
a. design
Example: There are pros and cons for both ordering food for delivery. It is nice that you don't have to leave your house and they bring it to you. However, sometimes the food is cold. It can also cost more because of delivery charges.
Compare and Contrast
Something you should always do in life, in school, and especially on the state test)
TRY YOUR HARDEST AND NEVER GIVE UP!!!
Explain what makes up an inference and what makes that inference valid.
Answering by taking what is in the text and what you know from life and putting them together. Details that support the inference make it valid.
What does text structure mean? Give an example of one.
Text structure is how the author organizes their writing
compare/contrast, sequence, problem/solution, cause and effect, description