Argument Essay
Text Analysis
Day of the Test
Using Context Clues
100

How many paragraphs should you have in your argument essay?

five

100

The theme or life lesson of a text is called...

central idea

100

At what time does the test begin?

8:00 AM

100

The detective's meticulous attention to every small detail ensured that no clue went unnoticed at the crime scene.

very careful and precise

200

How many texts or readings are there?

four
200

About how many paragraphs should the text analysis be?

2-3 paragraphs

200

what writing utensil must you use on the regents exam?

Pen

200

The ephemeral beauty of the sunset, lasting only a few minutes, made us appreciate its fleeting nature.

Lasting for a very short time

300

How many texts must you use in your argument essay? 

three

300

Provide one example of a writing strategy.

conflict, characterization, setting

300

How much time do you have to complete the exam? 

(this does not apply to all)

three hours

300

The scientist proposed a plausible explanation for the phenomenon, one that seemed reasonable and could be tested.

appearing reasonable or likely to be true

400

The opposing view of your point is called...

a counterclaim

400

How should you start your central idea?

"Often in life......"

400

How many parts are there on the regents?

three parts

400

Her tenacious grip on the railing kept her from falling during the earthquake, showing her strength and determination.

holding firmly to something; persistent and determined

500

a statement that disagrees with an argument and explains why

rebuttal

500

Make sure to add an ___________ in your response for BOTh the central idea AND the writing strategy.

    

explanation

500

How many multiple choice questions are there?

24

500

The politician's duplicity in promising one thing to voters but secretly doing another revealed her dishonesty.

deceitfulness