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SBA Test Strategies Review #English language arts
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It is a good idea to use the notepad because
you'll show your teacher you're trying hard.
it's hard to remember all that you read.
you can go back and review your notes before writing.
Answers 1 and 3 are correct
2
An inference is a(n)
main idea
educated guess
conflict
character
3
"Write an introduction to the narrative" means to
None of the above
write a beginning for the argumentative essay
write a beginning to the story
write an ending to the story
4
You can expand a passage section by clicking on a double arrow icon.
False
True
5
When using the process of elimination, it would be smart to use the strike-through tool.
False
True
6
You can skip questions on a page without marking it for review.
False
True
7
Reading all of the sources carefully will allow you to
know less about the topic.
choose one to answer all of the questions.
skip four questions.
answer the questions in the best way possible.
8
The "author's intent" means
what the author wants to get across to the reader
the author's favorite character
what the author did as a child
where the author likes to be when camping
9
To justify your answer means to
write a shorter answer.
write a longer answer.
add the word "justify" to your answer.
back up your answer with evidence.
10
It is important to review and know how to use all of the available tools for the test.
True
False
11
Highlighting is a good tool to help identify important information, key words and phrases.
True
False
12
"Write a conclusion to the narrative" means to
write an ending to the story
write a character sketch for the narrative
write a claim
write a five paragraph essay
13
Which of the following is a Global Tool?
Zoom button
All of the above
Help (?) button
Pause button
14
It's important to do your best on the SBA test because
Actually, it is not important.
it shows how awesome your teacher is.
it shows how well you pay attention.
it shows how much growth you've made during the year.
15
When testing, it is best to read the questions first before answering them.
False
True
16
Looking for key words in the questions can help you find the best answer.
True
False
17
When taking the SBA test, some things to remember are
All of the above
always stay on task.
always read everything.
never look at someone else's computer.
18
If a test is paused for less than 20 minutes, you can review questions you answered.
True
False
19
The night before the tests what should you do?
Play video games all night.
Stay up all night reading.
Get a good nights sleep.
Read a dictionary for 2 hours.
20
If the question states "choose all that apply" it is important to choose all correct responses.
True
False
21
What does select the "sentence which best summarizes the main or central idea" mean?
Select the two answer choices.
Select the answer that recaps the article or story.
Select the answer closest to the correct one.
All of the above
22
"Choose two pieces of information that support the claim" means
to choose the best answer.
to choose two claims.
to choose two answers that back up the claim.
to choose two synonyms.
23
When asked "which statement is most accurate?" you should look for the sentence that
is incorrect
is most correct
All of the above
None of the above
24
Select the tools that you should use when available.
All of these
Highlighter
Notepad
Dictionary
25
The best strategy for reading passages
is to read all captions.
is to read the question and all answer choices.
is to look back at the passage to answer the question.
All of these strategies are the best.
26
When typing a paragraph or essay, it is important to
all of the above
write in complete sentences.
answer all parts of the question.
write more than two sentences.
27
Rushing through the test and not checking over your answers is the best strategy to use.
True
False
28
If you are unsure about an answer the best thing to do is?
Guess.
Leave it and go back at the end.
Re-read the question and identify what exactly it is asking.
Skip it.
29
The phrases "in paragraph 1" or "in the last sentence" can help you answer the questions.
False
True
30
The central idea of a text is
the main character
the main idea of the text
None of the above
the keyword in the first sentence
31
Complete the following sentence: _______________ went to the beach today.
Jim and I
Jim, Kale and she
Jim and me
Jim, Kale, and me
32
When answering multiple choice questions, using the process of elimination means to
eliminate all answers and type in your own.
eliminate some of the words from the answers
eliminate the obvious wrong answers and choose a correct one
guess.
33
It is important to identify the source for each piece of evidence you put into your writing.
False
True
