WorksheetsEOC Skills/Vocab Review
Total questions: 49
Worksheet time: 46mins
Tuesday, 4/9
What to expect...
-Five Hours To Test
-You can take your test in any order as long as you BUBBLE your answers and have your ESSAY completed at the 4 hour and 59 minute mark.
You can ... (pick 2)
ask the teacher for answers
use the dictionary
use a thesaurus
The STAAR EOC Test has 2 parts.
(Pick all that apply).
Writing Portion
Reading Portion
Answer key and sample responses.
Writing Portion is 50%. (Pick ALL that apply).
Revising (2 passages)
Editing (2 passages)
Revising & Editing is 26% OF YOUR ENTIRE TEST!
Expository essay--26 lines--you EXPLAIN something (graded as a 1, 2, 3, 4)
THE EXPOSITORY ESSAY IS 24% OF YOUR ENTIRE TEST!
Reading Portion is 50%. (Pick ALL that apply).
40ish reading questions
it will include a paired reading with a plethora of questions
Make sure to read the question stems carefully. It helps to determine the skill you are being asked.
Here are some from last year. “The story is told from the perspective of—“, “Which quotation provides the best evidence of the narrator’s sensitivity…”, “In paragraph 12, people who act in altruistic ways are-“. (REFER TO YOUR STAAR PRACTICE PACKET FOR MORE EXAMPLES. Questions 1-40).
Helpful hints...
Bring a pencil or two.
Bring a sweatshirt.
Bring something to read or work on (“art homework” is a good thing), quiet snacks, an extra water, etc.
STORE MINTS and GUM IN YOUR POCKET!!!
YOU WILL BE IN TESTING ROOM UNTIL 1 PM!! Please eat a good breakfast—cold pizza, chocolate milk + breakfast croissant, pb & j-- high calorie +high protein food will get you through the test.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(pick all that apply)
sentence structure
the effective way to combine sentences
how should sentence # be revised
correct way to write sentence #
STAAR 2018 (Questions 1, 2, 8, 10, 12)
The way a sentence is arranged; grammatically. It includes where the noun and the verb fall within a sentence. It also includes language and word choice.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
Subject in a sentence
action word
noun or pronoun performing the verb
links sentences or ideas
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
present tense
“links” sentences and ideas
noun or pronoun performing the verb
used in writing and essays. Past tense is used in novels and short stories.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
transition sentence
addresses the prompt
the last paragraph
the first or last sentence in a paragraph that helps the reader move from one idea to the next.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
Conclusion/Concluding Paragraph
Addresses the prompt.
Restates the thesis. The last paragraph.
The first sentence in a paragraph
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Thesis
Addresses the prompt of the essay. It focuses the idea(s) of a paper, and gives the reader the main idea for the topic.
Typically, last sentence in the introduction paragraph.
Strategy: Restate the prompt + your opinion
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Transition words
Words or phrases that create powerful links between ideas in your paper and can help the reader understand the logic in your topic.
First, then, next, finally (show sequencing & time)
For example, To illustrate, For instance, such as (prepare for an example)
In addition, furthermore, also, moreover (add information)
similarly, likewise, by comparison (show comparison)
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
spelling/dictionary
use a dictionary
use a thesaurus
ask the teacher for the answer
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Compound Sentences
Definition: two independent sentences connected by a coordinating conjunction.
Strategy: Add a comma + a conjunction
examples: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (remember fanboys).
We needed a new television set, but we did not have enough money.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Complex sentences
Definition: a dependent clause connected to an independent clause.
Strategy: Has a subordinate conjunction at the beginning. Subordinate conjunction
Examples: After, Although, As, As soon as, Because, Before, If, Unless, Since, Even though, Until, Whenever, Wherever, While.
When he found the shopping list, he went to the store.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Appositive Phrase
Definition: provides additional information about a noun or pronoun in a sentence.
Synonym: adds descriptive words about a noun
Strategy: essential information to make the sentence clear. The sentence should make sense without the appositive phrase.
Example: The insect, a large, hairy-legged cockroach that has spied my bowl of oatmeal, is crawling across the kitchen table.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Simile
a comparison using "like" or "as"
also known as figurative language
also known as figures of speech
comparative language
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
text evidence
supports a position/claim
examples
facts
evidence
quotations/ quotes
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
characterization
words used to describe a character
flat character
(the character does not change in the story)
round character
(the character has conflicts and goes through change)
"narrator's actions"
"reader's view of (character's name)"
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Plot
the sequence of events in a short story
main events
You should make notes in the margin as you read.
Go back and reread the section you are asked a question on.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Inference
a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
assumption; assume; assertion
implies
"paragraph # is significant because"
infer; draw a conclusion
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
irony
irony - what one expects is contrary to what happens
Situational, Verbal and Dramatic (3 types)
situational irony- when the unexpected happens in the plot
verbal irony- what someone says versus their intended meaning
dramatic irony- when the reader knows more than the characters in the story
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
author's purpose
the method that the author is using to attempt to get the reader to agree (PIER)
-persuade, convince, emphasize
-inform, describe, explain, detail
-entertain, highlight, reinforce,
-reflect/describe, compare
"the primary purpose of the article"
"author's primary purpose"
"author's use of ________ throughout the selection" to
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
theme
the moral about life or message of the story; meaning
"conveys the author's message"
"what major theme is explored"
Strategy: reread the last paragraph of the story to determine the theme
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
Symbolism
when the author uses an object or reference to add deeper meaning to a story.
pay attention to details and objects
"what does _________ represent?"
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
compare and contrast
the similarities and differences of the two stories read.
"explored in both"
Draw a Venn diagram of the 2 stories before answering questions. It helps organize your thoughts.
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
organization
arrangement of sentences in logical order; or time order.
chronological order
presented
sequencing
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
main idea
details that help you determine the topic or point of the paragraph
topic
usually the first sentence in the paragraph
"controlling idea"
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
map, graphic
Other examples: picture, cartoon, diagram, graphic organizer
Look at all the information provided; analyze confusing parts of the graph.
"interpretation"
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
ethos, logos, pathos
persuasion techniques; to convince
"what kind of argument is the author making?"
Ethos: (hand) authority, ethics, expert, moral character
Logos: (brain) logic, reason, documents
Pathos: (heart) emotions, feelings, passions
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
thesis / author's claim
a thesis sentence addresses the prompt of the essay. It focuses the idea(s) of a paper, and gives the reader the main idea for the topic.
It focuses the idea(s) of a paper, and gives the reader the main idea for the topic.
"author's position"
Expository essay--you EXPLAIN something (graded as a 1, 2, 3, 4)
(Pick ALL that apply).
24% of your entire test
Use close to all 26 lines!
Intro., Body, Body, Conclusion
Intro., Body, Conclusion
Use transitions (if you remember).
To be more precise..., For example,... This is important because..., So,...
Expository Essay Goals!
(Pick ALL that apply).
Begin with an attention getter/hook.
Complete the introduction with a thesis statement.
2 body paragraphs
Conclusion- wrap it up. Make sure the reader FEELS something as he/she is finishing your essay. Without using the same words, you must 'hit' the thesis one more time. Do not repeat. Think globally!
Conclusion- ask yourself...how does this connect to the world?
Body Paragraph
(Pick ALL that apply).
Explain the how and why of your thesis.
Come up with TWO strong examples that are fairly different. SEE EXPOSITORY DUDE or HELP CHART!
Strong reasons/examples:
History, Experience, Literature (TKaM or F451), Public Events (current topics or happenings).
Use your writer's voice.
Expository Essay Prompts from the last 5 years!
(Brainstorm if needed).
Write an essay explaining whether failure can strengthen a person. (2014)
Write an essay explaining how actions can be more powerful than words. (2015)
Write an essay explaining your definition of a true friendship. (2016)
Write an essay explaining one way people can work together to make a difference. (2017)
Write an essay explaining why new technology is so important to teenagers. (2018)
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
metaphor
a comparison using "is," "of," "are," "was," were,"
also known as figurative language
also known as figures of speech
comparative language
nostalgic and reminisce
to reflect on the past
to have allergies
mood
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
dialogue
exact words of the speaker go inside the quotation marks
the comma ALWAYS follows the tag line
The beginning letter of the quote is always capitalized
The ending punctuation after the actual quote, and before a tag line can never be a period.
In between two separate sentences (quotes), a period follows the tag line and the beginning of the second sentence is capitalized.
parenthetical asides
( )
;
font
italicized
( )
slanted font
...
evoke
the center of an egg
reader's mood is brought forward
attitude
tone
reader's mood
author's attitude
character's feelings
mood
reader's feelings
author's attitude
character's feelings
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
conflict
inciting incident
man vs. man, self, society, nature and fate
a struggle between two opposing forcest
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
characterization
character's thoughts, feelings and actions
everything about a character
what other's say about the character
"narrator's actions reveal"
theme
the author's message or moral about life
lesson
life
foreshadowing
hints or clues that suggest events that have yet to occur
uses like or as
time and place
setting
hints or clues that suggest events that have yet to occur
uses like or as
time and place
STAAR EOC Skills/Vocab
(Pick ALL that apply).
point of view
perspective
1st person and 3rd person
limited and omniscient
