Vocabulary
Nouns that refer to two or more people, places, or things. Ex: teachers, books, friends.
What are plural nouns?
The part of the story that primarily introduces the major fictional elements – the setting, characters, style, etc.
What is the exposition?
Look through and preview the test and questions before starting on it to get a sense of what you're going to be doing. True or False?
True.
The author's specific position on the issue or problem
What is a claim?
How many hours of sleep should you get before a test the next day?
8 hours.
Show ownership and require an apostrophe before the s. Ex: we ate Taj’s chips at lunch.
What is a possesive noun?
The series of events that build up to the climax, introducing conflicts, complications, and increasing tension and suspense.
What is the rising action?
What is the first thing you should do when coming across a lengthy question?
Look for keywords throughout the question, underline anything important (if you're allowed to write on the test), analyze and see what relates to any of your answers
The author’s responses to opposing opinions, meant to show the writer’s position is stronger.
What is a counterclaim?
Should you cram hard a night before an exam or should you stop and get your rest?
You should NOT cram a night before a test because you need approx. 8 hours of sleep and if you do cram, you won't really remember anything because of how tired you are. You need your focus and recognition.
The story is told from the perspective of the narrator. Pronouns used are I, we, me, etc
What is first person point-of-view?
The story’s conflict peaks and we learn the fate of the main characters. The turning point in a story.
What is the climax?
What should you do if you feel like your mind has went blank or you just need to refocus?
There are many different ways from turning your test over and closing your eyes just to pause momentarily or take a deep breath, you could roll your head in a circle slowly or even have a mental talk with yourself to regroup, etc.
Questions that make a point rather than invite a response.
What are Rhetorical Questions.
Create negative affirmation about test taking such as "I am going to fail" or "I am not prepared for this test at all. True or False?
False! You should never create negative affirmation; it should be positive. You should have thoughts such as "I am fully prepared for this test" or "I am confident to pass and earn the highest score". (Never put yourself down, you can do it!)
Any nonfiction narrative writing based on the author’s personal memories.
What is a memoir?
The part of the narrative where the tension begins to ease and the story moves towards its resolution.
What is the falling action?
What are several ways to improve your chances of getting the right answer on a multiple choice question?
Eliminate any answers that do not make sense or go with the question. Cover your answers and read the question over again and look for key words. Etc..
The author expresses a position, or opinion, on an issue or a problem and then provides supporting evidence.
What is argumentative writing?
You should do what you want or make a routine that helps you prepare physically and mentally before a test. True or False?
True! You should do whatever you do, if it's jamming to music then jam to music or if you like to do yoga with calming wave sounds then do that. Whatever helps you focus and gets you into preparation then do it.
The character's struggle occurs inside his/her mind.
What is internal conflict?
The concluding part where the main conflict is resolved or comes to a final outcome.
What is the resolution?
If you're having difficulties with a certain question, what should you do about it?
Skip the question and move on to a different one.
Also called diction. The words the author chooses to use to strengthen his/her argument.
What is word choice?
You should rush to get done as fast as possible. True or false?
False. You should take your time and try your very best.