RACE
Even if you get the answer correct, you will receive a 0/2 if you forget which letter of the RACE strategy
C
What two types of writing questions are on the SBAC?
5 paragraph essay
Extended Response (single paragraph)
What is the fourth paragraph in an argumentative essay called that acknowledges the opposing point of view while disarming it (hint: not body paragraph #3).
Counterclaim
If SBAC asks you to write an intro for a narrative, what part of the plot line are they asking you to write?
The exposition
How old is Mrs. Areta?
52
Which letter in the RACE acronym is based on the text?
C.
Give one way the school uses the SBAC results.
The following are true:
Neighborhood Rating
Funding
Teacher Evaluation
High School Class Placement
Where would you find a P1 Thesis in an Argumentative Essay? Be specific.
Last sentence in the intro and first sentence in the conclusion.
If you are asked to write an intro/exposition for a narrative, what must you include? (three things)
Characters
Setting
Transition to story
What is Mrs. Areta's favorite sport?
football
How many sentences should your response be if you are asked to answer a question in a box?
5-10
What are the color levels indicating your score in SBAC?
Red
Orange
Green
Blue
What are the persuasive appeals used in an Argumentative essay?
Ethos, pathos, and logos.
If you are asked to elaborate on an underlined sentence in a narrative, what must you do?
Turn the sentence into 1-2 paragraphs
What month is Mrs. Areta's bday?
October
What does each letter in RACE stand for?
Restate the question.
Answer the question.
Citation to the text (for evidence).
Explain
What are the two sections (the first test and the second test) of the SBAC called?
CAT & PT
What is the first sentence in an introduction?
Hook.
When you elaborate (turn one sentence into 1-2 paragraphs), what two things should you do?
Add Descriptions (5 senses) and Dialogue (what the characters say)
What other profession did Mrs. Areta want to pursue if she wasn't a teacher?
Architect
How many paragraphs is something written by using the RACE strategy?
One.
What is the difference between the CAT & the PT SBACs?
CAT is multiple choice and extended response questions - it is also adaptive
PT is an essay
In the body paragraphs of an Argumentative essay, you must cite evidence from the research. What else do you need to have to make explain the evidence?
Commentary
What three word phrase should pop into your mind when you are asked to elaborate?
Show, Don't Tell
What type of dog does Mrs. Areta have?
All black German Shepherd