MC Words
When used in a multiple choice question, "suggests" or “implies” means. . .
Ex: The use of the word 'forge' in line 15 suggests. . .
Ex: Lines 15 through 18 imply that the narrator's attitude toward the city is one of...
Hints at - you need to make an inference
What is a claim?
Stance + 2 reasons why.
The statement you are trying to prove is true.
What is a central idea?
the lesson the author wants the reader to learn + a writing strategy.
What is another way the Regents references a Literary Device?
Writing Strategy
What does effective annotation look like?
identifying/marking key words, making connections, asking questions.
When used in a multiple choice question, "indicate" means. . .
Ex: Lines 6-10 indicate . . .
points out
How do you cite texts in an argument essay
(Text #, line #'s)
What is the least amount of quotations you can include in a TAR?
two.
When using evidence, do not _________!
Plop the quotes!
or
Forget transition sentence stems!
*what does “plop the quotes” mean?
When reading multiple choice questions, what should you look for?
Key words to help you understand the focus of the question.
When used in a multiple choice question, "Reflect" means…
Ex: Which statement best reflects the narrator’s conflict?
Represents or shows
What is the least amount of quotations you can include in an argument essay?
six
What does TAG stand for?
Title, author, and genre.
What should you do in the reasoning step in an EoA?
EXPLAIN how your evidence supports your claim.
And connect why that matters in society
What are the 5 topics to look for as you read to help you make a lesson?
Balance, beliefs, rewards/results, relationships, and power
When used in a multiple choice question, "depict" means. . .
ex: The importance of the figurative language in lines 11 through 12 is that it depicts the. . .
Illustrate or show visually - often used with figurative language like imagery
What does CER stand for?
Claim, Evidence, Reasoning
What MUST you explain when you choose characterization as your writing strategy?
One specific character AND a specific character trait.
What do you need to include in the explanation step of a TAR?
-Summary of what's happening in the quote
-How your evidence demonstrates your writing strategy
-How your evidence supports your central idea
What four components make up the first paragraph of a TAR?
Intro (Hook), TAG, Literary Device (writing strategy), Central Idea
When used in a multiple choice question, "intention" and "purpose" mean. . .
Ex: the author's purpose in lines 3-6 is to. . .
goal or plan
What are two things you should you do as you read argument texts?
Mark Pros/Cons and connections across texts.
What MUST you explain when you choose conflict as your writing strategy?
The opposing forces - the two opposing sides whose clash creates the conflict.
To level up analysis in any format, you must address why _____________?
The thing you are trying to prove matters to the broader issue or text as a whole
In a multiple choice question, the word “emphasizes” means…
Ex: In lines 12–15, the author's repetition of the word 'wait' emphasizes the narrator's...
Draw attention to