Whatchu Mean Tho?
What does the word "incessant" most likely mean in the sentence: “The incessant noise of the city kept her awake at night”?
Never-ending or constant
What is one strategy you can use when answering multiple choice questions about central idea?
Look at topic sentences and repeated words or ideas, evidence
The author's tone is so shady, it might as well be wearing: A. sunglasses, B. a hoodie, C. attitude
A. sunglasses
True or False: You should never use “I think” in a Regents argument or text analysis essay.
True — You should write in formal, objective voice, third person
Tone is basically the author’s... A. Vibe, B. Mood ring, C. Diary
A. Vibe
Which word best describes the tone of this sentence: “She scoffed at the idea, rolling her eyes with exaggerated disdain.”
Sarcastic or dismissive
If lines 18–22 discuss the same idea as lines 2–6, what question type is this likely to be?
Central idea or development question
If a central idea could talk, it would say: “I’m basically the author’s diary.”, “I’m what the whole passage is about, duh.” OR “I’m just here for the theme song.”
“I’m what the whole passage is about, duh.”
Which of the following is NOT a complete sentence? A. They finished early., B. He went to school., C. Because she was tired.
C. Because she was tired.
Which sentence does NOT belong in a formal essay? “The author states…”, “Lowkey, he was salty.”, "According to the guy who wrote this..."
“Lowkey, he was salty.”, "According to the guy who wrote this..."
Define juxtapose and explain how it might be used in a literary analysis essay.
To place two contrasting elements side-by-side to highlight differences; e.g., showing how two characters’ personalities clash
How can you tell if a multiple-choice answer is too extreme to be correct? Give an example.
It uses absolute language like “always,” “never”; e.g., “The author hates all technology”
Which sentence is the biggest red flag in a formal essay?: “The text proves…”, “Lowkey, the author’s wildin’.” “In conclusion…”,
“Lowkey, the author’s wildin’.”
Which sentence uses the most formal tone? "The author’s super mad about it.", "The author expresses strong disapproval., "You can tell the author didn’t like that."
Connect the quote directly to your argument or the author’s purpose
A simile is: A. Another way to say smile, B. The central idea, C. Like a metaphor
C. Like a metaphor
What does the author’s use of the phrase "piercing silence" suggest in terms of tone?
It emphasizes an intense, unsettling quiet; the tone is eerie or suspenseful
If a question asks about the author’s purpose in using repetition, what should you look for in the text?
Look for a repeated word or phrase and consider what idea or feeling the author is emphasizing (e.g., urgency, emphasis, persuasion).
The word juxtapose sounds like: A. A fancy salad dressing, B. A new workout trend, C. A lit strategy
C. A lit strategy
What’s the best way to level up your essay before submitting? A. Add glitter B. Check grammar, citations, and tone C. Cross your fingers D. Write “The End” in fancy font
B. Check grammar, citations, and tone AND C. Cross your fingers
What’s the central idea? A. A spicy opinion, B. The main message, C. The last paragraph
B. The main message
If the author describes a character as "a flame in a world of ice," what can we infer about the author's tone and use of figurative language?
The metaphor shows contrast; the tone may be admiring or dramatic, highlighting the character’s warmth or passion in a cold environment
A multiple-choice question asks how a specific simile contributes to the passage. What steps should you follow to answer it correctly?
Identify the simile, figure out what two things are being compared,find its meaning
Ms. Cruz reads your essay and says, “Wow! So much evidence!” This means: You’re passing, You actually cited sources, You overachieved, OR All of the above
All of the above
Name the 3 parts in the introduction paragraph of an Argument essay.
1. Hook 2. Discussion of the topic overall 3. Thesis
What is the difference between summary and analysis?
A summary tells what the text says (the main ideas).
An analysis explains how the text works (the author’s choices and their effects).