Commonly Misused Words
Comma Usage
Transitions
ECR & SCR
Revise & Edit
Fiction
Literary Texts
100
Just because ___ of your friends are going __ the party, it doesn't mean you need to go ___.
TWO / TO / TOO
100
REVISE:
I will annotate each passage take my time read answer choices carefully and try my best on the EOC.
I will annotate each passage, take my time, read answer choices carefully, and try my best on the EOC.
100
Meanwhile = time order
However = contrast
For example = example
In addition = addition
100
What is the three letter acronym that helps you structure your SCR response?
APE = Answer / Prove / Explain
100
What change, if any, should be made to Sentence 2?
C) were teaching to taught
100
You cannot have a story without a ____.
conflict
100
What are stage directions?
The actions that characters act out in a play.
200
Your attitude doesn't ____ me, but it will have an ___ on you.
AFFECT / EFFECT
200
REVISE:
Before I submit my test I will double-check my answers.
Before I submit my test, I will double-check my answers.
200
This writer did not use an effective transition in Sentence 6. Which word or phrase could BEST replace "in the end" in this sentence?
A) However B) As a result
A) However
200
Which strategy should you use to PLAN out your ECR?
The diamond foldable!
200
Which 3 are correctly written?
2, 4, and 5
200
Name the Elements of Fiction:
C H _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ S E _ _ _ _ _
C O N _ _ _ _ _ P L _ _
T H _ _ _ P O _ _ _ OF V _ _ _
characterization, setting, conflict, plot, theme, point of view
200
What is rhyme scheme?
The rhyming pattern at the end of consecutive lines of poetry
300
If ____ not the one who ran the red light, then it's not ___ fault there was an accident.
YOU'RE / YOUR
300
REVISE:
The EOC is challenging but I know I will pass it.
The EOC is challenging, but I know I will pass it.
300
What is the MOST effective transition to add to the beginning of Sentence 7?
A) Therefore B) And yet
A) Therefore
300
BOTH the ECR & SCR require you to include ___ in your response.
EVIDENCE
300
What is the best way to combine sentences 3 & 4?
B) Texas chili purists never add beans, tomatoes, onions, or cheese to their authentic Texas chili.
300
What is the difference between a protagonist & antagonist?
Protagonist = main character
Antagonist = character or force that opposes the main character
300
What is the difference between situational and dramatic irony?
Situational - something unexpected
Dramatic - something readers know but characters don't
400
____ are so many flowers in ____ yard, and ____ all so pretty!
THERE / THEIR / THEY'RE
400
REVISE:
My teacher Miss Salazar will be my testing administrator.
My teacher, Miss Salazar, will be my testing administrator.
400
What is the most effective transition to add to the beginning of Sentence 4?
A) Additionally B) However C) For example
A) Additionally
400
How many points can you get on your ECR?
5 points per grader x 2 graders = up to 10 points!
400
What change should be made in Sentence 1?
B) Insert a comma after species
Hawksbill turtles, a critically endangered species, are found throughout the tropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.
400
The description of Lorena in this paragraph emphasizes her --
A) anger B) loneliness C) anxiety
C) anxiety
400
Which of the following describes the structure of the poem?
A) a regular pattern of rhyming couplets
B) free verse with no rhyme or meter
B) free verse with no rhyme or meter
500
I told him he is a short king, and ___ he said that he is taller ___ me.
THEN / THAN
500
REVISE:
On Thursday I will test in Room 209 __ that means I will be comfortable.
On Thursday, I will test in Room 209, so that means I will be comfortable.
500
Sentence 6 does not have an effective transition. Which word or phrase could best replace "for example"?
A) In the end B) Consequently C)Instead
C) Instead
500
How many points can you earn on the SCR?
3!
500
What change should be made to Sentence 2?
Change Illinois's to Illinois
500
In the paragraph, Warren can best be described as --
A) tired, but satisfied B) active, but boring
A) tired, but satisfied
500
Why does the author use irony?
A) to explain why the family has many wild experiences
B) to show that his dog is really a coward
B) to show that his dog is really a coward
600
I would ____ your compliment _____ I know you don't really mean it.
ACCEPT / EXCEPT
600
REVISE:
If I make an effort to do well on the EOC I will earn a 100 on my final grade. In addition I will earn a 100 on a separate test grade.
If I make an effort to do well on the EOC, ...
In addition, ...
600
What is the most effective transition to add to the beginning of Sentence 7?
A) Unfortunately B)For example C) Surprisingly
C) Surprisingly
600
ECR Grading:
Up to __ points for comprehension / Up to __ points for conventions
SCR Grading:
Up to ___ points for comprehension
ECR = 3 Comprehension Points / 2 Conventions Points
SCR = 3 Comprehension Points
600
What is the best way to combine sentences 3 & 4?
A) The hydrant was built for Disneyland in Anaheim, California, where they built the hydrant to promote the movie 101 Dalmatians.
B) Workers built the hydrant for Disneyland in Anaheim, California, to promote the movie 101 Dalmatians.
What is the best way to combine sentences 3 & 4?
B) Workers built the hydrant for Disneyland in Anaheim, California, to promote the movie 101 Dalmatians.
600
From the paragraph, what can the reader infer about Warren's relationship to Walter?
A) Warren hopes that Walter will become more independent soon.
B) Warren cherishes the time he spends with Walter.
B) Warren cherishes the time he spends with Walter.
600
The mood of the selection can best be described as -
A) sad B) humorous
B) humorous