Pre Assessment Practice. Analyzing Themes in Texts

What is the main idea of a text?

• The author's personal opinion

• The central theme or message

• The setting of the story

• The conclusion of the text

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the sequence in which the author presents the main points in a text.

• Random order

• Chronological order

• Alphabetical order

• Reverse order

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is a simple procedure to cite textual evidence?

• Summarize the text in your own words

• Quote directly from the text

• Write a personal reflection

• Paraphrase the text without citation

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How does the author introduce and develop the main idea in the text?

• By using unrelated anecdotes

• By providing supporting details and examples

• By listing random facts

• By stating the conclusion first

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is a strategy to determine the central idea of a text?

• Focus on the first sentence only

• Identify repeated concepts and themes

• Ignore the introduction and conclusion

• Look for the longest paragraph

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which method can be used to support an analysis of a text?

• Use personal anecdotes

• Cite strong and thorough textual evidence

• Rely on assumptions

• Use unrelated texts

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze how the author connects different ideas in the text. What is a common technique used?

• Using unrelated examples

• Employing transitional phrases

• Ignoring previous points

• Repeating the same idea

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the effectiveness of the evidence provided in a text. What should you consider?

• The length of the text

• The relevance and credibility of the evidence

• The author's writing style

• The number of sources cited

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How does the central idea of a text evolve over its course?

• It remains static and unchanged

• It is shaped and refined by specific details

• It is introduced at the end

• It is only mentioned in the introduction

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is a strategic approach to summarize a text objectively?

• Include personal opinions

• Focus on the main points and supporting details

• Ignore the author's purpose

• Use only direct quotes

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking