Vocabulary
What is the definition of "theme"?
A message about life or the world.
How many short-response questions are there on the NY State ELA test?
5
What is it called, when we break the text down into smaller parts?
Chunking the text
What is one thing you should NOT do while taking the test.
Call out
get out of your seat
crying uncontrollably
scream for help
When is Ms. Sanchez's birthday?
January 25th
What is the definition of "annotate"?
Add notes
Which grades will take the state standardized test?
Students in grades 3–8 take the State English Language Arts (ELA) test each spring.
What is the purpose of annotating?
To help to understand the text better.
What does RACE stand for
I AM NOT EVEN PUTTING THE ANSWER HERE! YOU KNOW THIS... or else lol
When is Ms. White's birthday?
August 19th
What is the definition of "emphasize"?
Highlight/to show
One way Johnny's attitude changed is that
When we summarize as part of our annotations, is it important to write in complete sentences?
No, short phrases or just a few words are fine, whatever helps you remember.
How many pencils should I bring to the state test exam?
3-5
Will Ms.White and Ms. Sanchez be grading your state test exam?
NO to prevent bias
What is the definition of "develop"?
To grow
When you read a new test question, what is one thing you need to do to understand how to answer it?
Break it down and identify the different parts of the text that the question is asking us to connect!
What are the 4 common text structures?
Chronological
cause and effect
problem and solution
compare and contrast
4
How many kids do Ms. Sanchez have? And what are their names?
She has 2 kids - named Nya and JayJay
What is the definition of "support"?
Back up an idea.
How many multiple-choice questions are there on the NY State ELA test?
40
Name three non-fiction text feature elements of non-fiction?
title
subheadings
glossary
diagrams
How many points is a short response worth?
2
What is Ms. White's long-term boyfriend's name?
Vincent