Test Preparation Strategies and Concepts

The video provides strategies for reading passages, including using hashtags and BME boxes for summaries. It emphasizes the importance of using a dictionary and understanding poetry and drama elements. The video also covers nonfiction and fiction texts, focusing on the author's purpose. Final tips include checking the bubble sheet and staying focused during the test.

What is the first step after reading a passage twice?

• Creating hashtags

• Answering questions

• Checking the bubble sheet

• Writing a summary

What should you use to help with summary questions?

• Rhyme scheme

• Dictionary

• BME boxes

• Stage directions

Why is a dictionary important during the test?

• To understand key words

• To find synonyms

• To write definitions

• To check spelling

What are the elements of poetry you should focus on?

• Characters and plot

• Stanzas and rhyme scheme

• Stage directions

• Author's purpose

What do stage directions in a drama indicate?

• The author's purpose

• The theme of the drama

• The actions and feelings of characters

• The setting of the play

What is the main purpose of nonfiction texts?

• To inform or explain

• To narrate a story

• To persuade

• To entertain

What might a nonfiction text include?

• A play

• A biography or autobiography

• A fictional story

• A poem

What is the author's purpose in writing fiction passages?

• To describe

• To explain

• To entertain or persuade

• To inform

How can a character in a biography change?

• By helping people

• By ignoring others

• By avoiding challenges

• By staying the same

What should you do before turning in your test?

• Finger check the bubble sheet

• Take a nap

• Read a book

• Discuss with friends