Multiple Choice
What is a story's structure?
A. Main idea
B. Theme
C. Plot
D. Dialogue
C. Plot
What are all of the things you need to have to get 2 full points on the Short Answers?
Claim
2 pieces of Evidence
An Explanation for each piece of evidence
Proper spelling, punctuation, grammar
Writing is clear and neat
True or False: You can use the prompt of the essay to write your introduction.
True
What does central idea mean?
The main point of the text, what it's mostly about.
Besides reading the text, name three other things you can read or look at to help you understand what text is about.
Ex: the title, summary at the top of page, images, subheadings, bolded words, etc.
Name two strategies you should use to answer a multiple choice question about a reading passage correctly.
Answers may include:
-Underline key words in the question
-Go back to the text
-Cross out wrong options
-Annotate the text
True or False: You should use words in the question to help you write a full sentence.
True
What do you need to include in your essay? Name 3 things.
Claim, evidence, explanation, paragraph organization, conclusion, transition words, proper spelling/grammar/punctuation
What is point-of-view? (and no, you can't just say 'perspective.' You need to elaborate!)
How the character or authors sees or feels about a topic.
Nonfiction Review: what are some text features you may see that can help you figure out what an article is about?
Title, images, captions, subheadings.
"In order to survive in their parched environment, animals that live in the Sahara desert are often on a nearly constant search for water."
What is another word for 'parched?"
A. difficult
B. dry
C. dangerous
D. dusty
B. Dry
What transition words can you use to help explain your ideas and evidence? Name two!
-This means ...
-Therefore,...
-This demonstrates...
-Clearly,...
(answers may vary)
What are two tips to use when writing your essay?
Answers may include:
-Restate the prompt to help write your claim
-Always look back at the texts for evidence
-Try to at least answer each bullet under 'be sure to include'
What is a story's mood?
The emotion or feeling a text gives off.
How much time do you have for the test?
As long as you need.
What is the mood of this passage:
He ran toward the glimmering blue waves of the ocean as fast as he could. He dove right into the water and let the cool water wrap around him and sooth his sunburnt skin. "Ahhhh' he signed with relief as he emerged from the depths below.
A. Cold and eerie
B. Energetic and lively
C. Sad and gloomy
D. Calming and peaceful
D. Calming and peaceful
Write a claim to this question using a full sentence:
What is the purpose of taking the New York State ELA Exam?
- The purpose of taking the New York State ELA Exam is...
-To demonstrate our 6th Grade ELA knowledge
-To see what 6th grade ELA skills we know and don't know yet.
-To measure our 6th grade ELA state standard skills
How many body paragraphs would this essay have?
In your response, be sure to:
- explain how the authors of both stories develop the claim about the difficulty of communication
- explain how this claim is strengthened by details in each story
- use details from both stories to support your response
3
What is plot?
The big moments in a story, driven by an increase/decrease of tension or conflict.
What is 'theme?'
Extra 100 pts: can you give an example of a theme!
The message of the story, the lesson to be learned.
What helps drives the plot of a story?
A. Character development
B. Conflict
C. Setting
D. Theme
B. Conflict
Write analysis for this short answer response:
The main character shows the text's point of view, that growing up is necessary. In the text it states, "Roger knew he had to change," and that Roger "was done with being a boy forever."
0pts = no answer, doesn't make sense, repeats claim
250 pts. = shows some analysis, but very vague and not very insightful
500 pts = shows deep thought and is very insightful
Answers may vary.
Which evidence is best for this claim:
The main character, John, in 'Middle School Life' feels that 6th grade is fun.
A. John felt nervous as he stepped off the bus.
B. John began having fun with his classmates. He was giggling and smiling as they worked together.
C. John was a overall happy child since he was a baby.
D. John didn't know where to sit at first.
B. John began having fun with his classmates. He was giggling and smiling as they worked together.
What is a metaphor?
Comparing two things WITHOUT using 'like' or 'as.'
What grade should this Short Answer get? (0 1 2). Why?
Q: What is the central idea of Malala's memoir?
A: The central idea of Malala's memoir is about a girl who gets shot by the Taliban because she was speaking up for girls' rights to education.
0 (Explanations will Vary)