Regents Exam Layout/Rules
How many parts are on the English Regents Exam?
3 Parts
How many texts will you be required to read in Part 2?
4 texts
What are the two easiest writing strategies to choose from on Part 3?
conflict OR characterization
"She was as blind as a bat."
SIMILE
TRUE or FALSE:
Students must complete the exam in order.
FALSE!
You can start with whatever part you'd like!
What should you do FIRST when starting Part 1 of the exam?
BEFORE reading any of the passages, look at the questions and annotate where you will find the answers and highlight any buzz words.
What is the highest possible score you can receive on the Argument Essay?
6
(your score is multiplied by 4 for your total points)
(for example: If you score a 4, your total would be 16 points)
What is the highest possible score you can receive on the Text Analysis Essay?
4
(your score is multiplied by 2 for your total points)
(for example: If you score a 3, your total would be 6 points)
What is a metaphor?
A DIRECT comparison that doesn't use "like" or "as"
(For example: "Life is one long scary rollercoaster!" and "Time is money.")
TRUE or FALSE:
You must use evidence from ALL 4 of the texts in the Part 2 Argument Essay.
FALSE!
You only need to use evidence from 3 out of the 4 texts!
How many questions are on Part 1 of the exam and how many points are they worth?
24 multiple choice questions for a total of 24 points
How many reasons should you include in your claim (your argument)?
3 reasons
(For example: Graffiti should not be considered vandalism because it is a form of art, is legal with permission, and can be used to express opinions).
How many pieces of evidence should you include in your text anlaysis essay?
2 pieces of evidence
"Go and gather the green leaves on the grass."
ALLITERATION
TRUE OR FALSE:
The Part 3 Text Analysis is based on a nonfiction text and you must write 3 paragraphs.
FALSE!
You will read a fiction text and can write 2-3 paragraphs.
Passage A of the Part 1 Reading Comprehension is normally what kind of text (fiction, nonfiction, or poem)?
Fiction
Passage A: Fiction
Passage B: Poem
Passage C: Nonfiction
How many total pieces of evidence should you include in your argument essay?
7! 2 pieces of evidence per reason, and 1 piece of evidence for the counterclaim.
**(If you are struggling to find evidence, AT THE VERY LEAST, include 1 piece of evidence for each reason and 1 for counterclaim...total of 4 quotes)**
What are the two jobs of your text evidence in Part 3?
Your evidence should be an example of your writing strategy (conflict, characterization, etc.) AND your central idea/theme.
"He's such a Scrooge! He never pays for tickets."
OR
"Chocolate cake is my Kryptonite."
ALLUSION
TRUE OR FALSE:
Your claim (argument) should be the very LAST sentence of the introduction paragraph in your argument essay.
TRUE!
The English Regents Exam is graded out of a total of how many points?
56 points
**31 points is USUALLY the magic number for a passing score of 65!**
What is a counterclaim and in what PARAGRAPHS should we include it in?
A counterclaim is the OTHER SIDE or OPPOSITE argument. You mention it in your introduction paragraph and then again in paragraph 3!
What is the MOST IMPORTANT sentence to include in the text analysis essay? (Hint: You might not understand the text, but if you have this sentence you can still earn points)
In the text ___________ by ____________, the author uses ____________ to show the central idea that ________________________.
"I have butterflies in my stomach!"
IDIOM
TRUE or FALSE: Both of these citations are correct:
In Text 1, lines 7-8 the text states, " "
The text states, " " (Text 1 lines 7-8)
TRUE!