Reviewing ELA Regents Part 2 Concepts

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide to Part 2 of the ELA Regents exam, emphasizing the importance of explaining evidence in essays. It covers strategies for reading and analyzing texts, selecting and organizing evidence, and structuring essays with a focus on introductory and concluding paragraphs. The tutorial also highlights the need to develop clear arguments, counterclaims, and rebuttals, and offers practical tips for managing time and ensuring all components are included.

What is the maximum time recommended to spend on Part Two of the ELA Regents?

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 1.5 hours

What is crucial to do with the evidence in your essay?

• Ignore it

• Explain it thoroughly

• List it without explanation

• Mention it briefly

What should you do if you identify two pros and two cons early in the text?

• Review the pros and cons again

• Move to the next text

• Start writing immediately

• Continue reading the entire text

What should you write down to remind yourself of what your pros and cons stand for?

• Nothing, just remember it

• A brief note

• A single word

• A detailed paragraph

How many texts must you pull evidence from to avoid automatic failure in this section?

• At least 4 texts

• At least 2 texts

• All texts provided

• At least 3 texts

What is a recommended way to start the introductory paragraph?

• With a conclusion

• With a detailed description

• With a summary of the essay

• With a rhetorical question or anecdote

What is the purpose of the hook in the introductory paragraph?

• To summarize the essay

• To list the main points

• To grab the reader's attention

• To provide a conclusion

What should not be included in the introductory or concluding paragraphs?

• A hook

• Specific evidence

• Background information

• A thesis statement

Why is it important to summarize your evidence in your own words?

• To fill space

• To confuse the reader

• To make it longer

• To avoid plagiarism

What should the concluding paragraph primarily include?

• A restatement of the claim

• A new topic

• A detailed argument

• New evidence