ECR Calibration Quiz

In an ECR (Extended Constructed Response), a controlling idea is referred to as ___ .

• a Thesis

• a Paragraph

• a Transition

• Evidence

Which of the following is a key component of an ECR (Extended Constructed Response)?

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Controlling Idea

• Summary

In an ECR, what is the purpose of providing evidence?

• To introduce the topic

• To support the controlling idea

• To conclude the response

• To transition between paragraphs

What is the role of a transition in an ECR?

• To state the thesis

• To provide evidence

• To connect ideas

• To summarize the response

What is needed for the introduction of an Extended Constructed Response?

• Cite and Explain

• Topic/Claim/Thesis and Reasons

• Summarize

• Restating the Controlling Idea

The best way to begin an answer for extended or constructed response is to

• completely come up with your own sentence, not thinking about what the prompt is asking.
• use exact words from the text.
• use words from the question/prompt to help you begin your answer.
• not worry about an introduction, just go straight to the answer.

In an ECR, the ​ (a)   is clearly identifiable. The focus is ​ (b)   throughout, creating a ​ (c)   that it is ​ (d)   and easy to follow.

• controlling idea/thesis
• consistent
• response
• unified
• irrelevant point
• inconsistent
• difficult to uderstand

A Score Point of 3 in Organization and Development of Ideas in an ECR is when a ​​ (a)   that includes an effective ​ (b)   is evident. The ​ (c)   is appropriate and effectively ​ supports the ​ (d)   . The sentences, paragraphs, or ideas are ​ (e)   in purposeful and highly effective ways.

• introduction and conclusion
• organizational structure
• development of the controlling idea/thesis
• logically connected
• purposeful structure
• unrelated structure
• random ideas

A Score Point of 3 in Organization and Development of Ideas in an ECR is when the response includes ​ (a)   evidence that is clearly explained and consistently ​ (b)   the controlling idea/thesis. For pairs in grades 6 through English II, ​ (c)   is drawn from ​ (d)   texts. The response reflects a thorough understanding of the ​ (e)   .

• relevant text-based
• supports and develops
• evidence
• writing purpose
• both
• personal experience

A Score Point of 3 in Organization and Development of Ideas in an ECR is when the writer's ​ (a)   is specific, purposeful, and ​ (b)   the response. Almost all the sentences and phrases are effectively crafted to ​ (c)   and contribute to the overall quality of the ​ (d)   and the ​ (e)   of the message.

• word choice
• convey the writer's ideas
• response
• clarity
• enhances
• grammar
• vocabulary
• complexity