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Constructed Response
Narrative Perspective
Argumentative Writing
Context Clues
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According to the GMAS rubric, how many points is the constructed response question worth?
2 pts
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They found themselves in bed and watching, by the dim light from the night-light, the rest of Mary Poppin’s unpacking being performed. From the carpet bag she took out seven flannel nightgowns, four cotton ones, a pair of boots, a set of dominoes, two bathing-caps and a postcard album. Jane an Michael sat hugging themselves and watching. It was all so surprising that they could find nothing to say. But they knew, both of them, that something strange and wonderful had happened at Number Seventeen, Cherry-Tree Lane.
Third-Person Omniscient!
100
What is the purpose of argumentative writing?
To get the reader to accept or strongly consider your position.
100
I _implore_ the school board members and administrators to take a closer look at cyber-bullying as it is practiced in our community, and take action against it before another senseless tragedy occurs.
Implore: To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something
100
What is an independent clause?
A group of words that has a subject and a verb and CAN stand alone.
200
When answering a constructed response question, what should you do FIRST?
Re-state the question WITHOUT answering it!
200
Claudia knew that she could never pull off the old-fashioned kind of running away. That is, running away in the heat of anger with a knapsack on her back. She didn’t like discomfort; therefore, she decided that her leaving home would not be just running from somewhere but would be running to somewhere. To a large place, a comfortable place, an indoor place, and preferably a beautiful place. And that’s why she decided upon the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Third-Person Limited!
200
What are the three components of the argumentative essay?
Claim, Counter-Claim, Rebuttal
200
Clyde could no longer tolerate the _Derision_ of his classmates, who would refer to him by no other name than Potty-Pants Clyde, so he transferred schools.
Derision: ridicule or mockery
200
What is a dependent clause?
A group of words that has a subject and a verb and CANNOT stand alone.
300
Which step requires you to add details and transition words when answering a constructed response question?
Step Three!
300
To his astonishment, Charlie found himself standing next to his bicycle, back where he had entered the swamp. That was bizarre and upsetting—but not as bad as the realization that he was still holding the skull. He thought he had dropped it before he raced out the door. He certainly hadn’t intended to steal the thing. He didn’t even really want it!
Third-Person Limited
300
What are the THREE components of an effective introduction? Remember to use the correct terminology.
Hook, Bridge, Claim
300
He offered me twenty dollars to eat a dragonfly. I need money so badly that I am _inclined_ to accept his challenge.
Inclined: to feel willing or favorably disposed toward an action, belief, or attitude
300
What is a compound sentence?
Has two or more independent clauses joined together with a conjunction , and , but , or ;
400
Name three transitional phrases that can be used when writing your concluding sentence. Note: You cannot list “to conclude” or “in conclusion” as your phrases.
Essentially, In summary, Ultimately, In essence, etc.
400
Marilla’s lips twitched understandingly. She had expected Mrs. Rachel to say this; she had known that the sight of Matthew jaunting off so unaccountably would be too much for her neighbor’s curiosity. If Marilla had said that Matthew had gone to Bright River to meet a kangaroo from Australia Mrs. Rachel could not have been more astonished. She was actually quiet for five seconds. It was unsurpassable that Marilla was making fun of her, but Mrs. Rachel was almost forced to suppose it.
Third-Person Omniscient!
400
What is the purpose of the rebuttal?
To return to the original argument and destroy the counter-claim.
400
John could not focus on the assignment with the _incessant_ chatting that was occurring all around him.
Incessant: Something unpleasant continuing without pause or interruption
400
What is a complex sentence?
Has one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses that are joined together with a subordinating conjunction.
500
In the last step for answering constructed response questions, what THREE questions are you answering?
Does your answer make sense? Did you say what you meant to say? Did you answer the question?
500
Once you have your grill assembled, the next thing to decide is where to put it. A grill puts out a lot of heat, so you should position it several feet away from the side of the house or any plants or shrubbery. You’ll have an easier time with a spot that is sheltered from the wind. When positioning a grill on a wooden deck, remember that sparks and live embers can fall from a charcoal grill.
Second-Person!
500
Provide a counterclaim and rebuttal for the following claim: Reality television shows portray minorities in a negative light.
Possible Answer: Although some argue that reality television is strictly entertainment, it paints a negative portrait of African Americans.
500
One might think that the child would be afraid of such a large animal, but the intrepid young girl ran up to the beast and began scratching it behind the ears.
Intrepid: fearless; adventurous
500
What is a simple sentence?
1 complete thought - or an independent clause.