MCAs Power Verbs and Test-Taking Strategies

Question 1

If an essay asks you to write a narrative, then I should create TIDE graphic organizer.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

"What does the following line reveal about the character?" What does reveal mean?

Accepted Answer

to show

Question 3

If you are finished before the testing window is over

Accepted Answer

CHECK WITH YOUR TEACHER, THEN READ A GOOD BOOK - ODE TO MR. ROCKWOOD

Question 4

What does the word establish mean?

Accepted Answer

to create

Question 5

Which of the following words is a synonym for the word distinguish? (hint: usually written as "distinguish BETWEEN")?

Accepted Answer

separate

Question 6

What strategy could help you read with a purpose when reading a text selection during the test.

Accepted Answer

Read the questions and the writing prompt first.

Question 7

When responding to a writing prompt, the writing space will expand as you continue to type.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

Include correct grammar and punctuation- what is this question looking for?

Accepted Answer

Capital letters to start a sentence, Sentences that make sense and sound good., commas and periods

Question 9

What should you do the night before the test?

Accepted Answer

get a good night's rest

Question 10

what does it mean when the word BEST is in a multiple choice question?

Accepted Answer

there is more than one right answer

Question 11

You should always submit your work without reading it over. First thought, best thought, amiright?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 12

How long do you have to finish the test?

Accepted Answer

all day

Question 13

Which of the following is the BEST synonym for the word portray?

Accepted Answer

describe

Question 14

When a question asks you to explain something they are looking for ________.

Accepted Answer

details and evidence

Question 15

What is a synonym for central idea?

Accepted Answer

main idea

Question 16

How should you begin your response?

Accepted Answer

With a hook or lead

Question 17

A TIDE stands for the entire essay...there is no need for an introduction and conclusion paragraph

Accepted Answer

False

Question 18

When a question asks you to refer to the article, they are looking for you to ___________.

Accepted Answer

use evidence from that text to support your claims

Question 19

Which of these are strategies that you can use when answering multiple choice questions?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 20

When a question asks you to support your answer... what are they looking for?

Accepted Answer

text evidence

Question 21

After reading the writing prompt, which tool could help you remember ideas while reading?

Accepted Answer

Highlighting and Note-taking tool

Question 22

"How does the author establish theme?" What does establish mean?

Accepted Answer

create

Question 23

If an essay asks you to explain, compare/contrast, identify, then I should create TIDE graphic organizer.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 24

Which of these is a transition that you might use to introduce evidence? check all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Only A

Question 25

If the question requires you to use more than one text to answer the question...

Accepted Answer

Toggle between texts using tabs.

Question 26

"How does paragraph 5 contribute to the main idea?" What does contribute mean?

Accepted Answer

help to develop

Question 27

What does the word analyze mean?

Accepted Answer

to examine closely

Question 28

TIDE stands for

Accepted Answer

Topic, Important evidence, Detailed examination, Ending

Question 29

You are prepared for tomrrow and are going to crush it!

Accepted Answer

True

Question 30

What sorts of things might you gather from a text? Check all that apply.

Accepted Answer

text evidence, inferences

Question 31

Which strategy should you use when you are unsure of the answer and you only can pick one?

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct.

Question 32

The scrap paper given to you at the beginning of each testing day should be used for...

Accepted Answer

organizing your thoughts prior to writing.

Question 33

How many pieces of evidence should you have to create a strong essay?

Accepted Answer

3 is strong

Question 34

What is one of the best tools to help you manage your time during the test?

Accepted Answer

Flag items for review and revisiting after answering more questions

Question 35

All of the following are a synonym for demonstrate EXCEPT which one?

Accepted Answer

disorganize

MCAs Power Verbs and Test-Taking Strategies

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