ELA regents

Which part of the exam should you start with?

• Part 1 (Introduction)

• Part 2 (Argument)

• Part 3 (Discussion)

• Part 4 (Conclusion)

How do you cite for the regents in the argument essay?

• Text number and line number.

• Author's name and publication date.

• Page number and paragraph number.

• Title of the work and chapter number.

What is a literary device?

• Techniques used by writers to produce a specific effect in their writing.

• A type of character used in storytelling.

• A genre of literature that focuses on poetry.

• A method of publishing books.

What is a thesis statement?

• A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

• A detailed outline of the essay's structure.

• A quote from a famous author used to support the argument.

• A rhetorical question posed to engage the reader.

What is a theme in literature?

• The underlying message or main idea of a story.

• A character's journey throughout the narrative.

• The setting where the story takes place.

• The sequence of events in the plot.

What is a character arc?

• A type of character that is always the same throughout the story.

• The transformation or inner journey of a character over the course of a story.

• A character's physical appearance in a narrative.

• The setting in which a character's story takes place.

What is figurative language?

• Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

• Language that is always literal and straightforward.

• Language that only uses metaphors and similes.

• Language that is used exclusively in poetry.

What is the role of a narrator?

• The narrator tells the story and provides perspective on the events and characters.

• The narrator is a character in the story who interacts with others.

• The narrator only describes the setting and background information.

• The narrator is responsible for editing the story before publication.

What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?

• A primary source is an original document or firsthand account, while a secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.

• A primary source is a summary of events, while a secondary source is a detailed report.

• A primary source is a fictional account, while a secondary source is a true story.

• A primary source is a collection of data, while a secondary source is a personal opinion.

What is the purpose of an argument essay?

• To entertain the reader with a story.

• To present a claim and support it with evidence.

• To summarize a topic without taking a stance.

• To provide a detailed analysis of a subject.