Friday
December 4th
AGENDA
1. HOUSEKEEPING
2. TEST TAKING TIPS/HOW TO KNOW
WHAT A QUESTION IS ASKING YOU
3. PRACTICE TEST
4. KAHOOT (DEPENDS ON BEHAVIOR)
Warm up
Everyone will get a Chromebook
Then go to this link:
http://www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/learning-styles-quiz.shtml
Test Taking Tips
1. Don’t draw on outside knowledge
Every answer can, and should, be found or inferred directly from the passage. If the subject of the
passage seems obscure, don’t panic! Test-takers are not expected to know anything ahead of
time about the topics covered on RC passages.
For each slide write how you can remember these facts
2. Look out for logical keywords
Logical keywords, or direction indicators, are words that indicate to the reader what direction
the author’s argument is taking. Keep an eye out for these as you read. Many of these keywords
fall into two groups: those that indicate continuity (e.g. furthermore, in addition, also), and those
that indicate contrast (e.g. despite, but, nevertheless).
3. Learn how to recognize question types
Nearly all RC questions fall into three distinct categories. Global questions ask about the passage
as a whole, detail questions require test-takers to locate and paraphrase a specific claim,
andinference questions require test-takers to note implications not explicitly stated. Knowing
what type of question you’re looking at will help you identify the most effective strategy to use.
4. Keep your perspectives straight!
As you read through GMAT passages, remember that many passages will provide multiple
perspectives: One person will suggest a theory, and another will disagree with it in certain cases
for a specific reason. Be sure to keep track of which side of the argument the author is on.
Pay attention to context
This is especially important when dealing with detail questions. Before answering, read the
sentence or lines referenced, as well as a few sentences before and after. In certain situations,
context can make all the different between a right and wrong answer choice.
Use your scrap pad!
Write (brief) notes on the main idea of each paragraph to help you keep track of the paragraph’s
progression, arguments, and main point. This strategy may seem to slow you down, but trust us:
it will save you time in the end!
Read the Text
The railroad was not the first institution to impose regularity on
society, or to draw attention to the importance of precise
timekeeping. For as long as merchants have set out their wares at
daybreak and communal festivities have been celebrated, people
have been in rough agreement with their neighbors as to the time of
day. The value of this tradition is today more apparent than ever.
Were it not for public acceptance of a single yardstick of time,
social life would be unbearably chaotic: the massive daily transfers
of goods, services, and information would proceed in fits and
starts; the very fabric of modern society would begin to unravel.
Answer Choices
What is the main idea of the passage?
A In modern society we must make more time for our neighbors.
B The traditions of society are timeless.
C An accepted way of measuring time is essential for the smooth functioning of society.
D Society judges people by the times at which they conduct certain activities.
The main idea of the passage is that societies need to agree about how time is measured in
order to function smoothly. Therefore, you should choose answer C.
Why we ask questions when we read…..
Are aware of why they are reading the text
Preview and make predictions
Read selectively
Make connections and associations with the text based on what they already know
Refine predictions and expectations
Use context to identify unfamiliar words
Reread and make notes
Evaluate the quality of the text
Review important points in the text
Consider how the information might be used in the future
Examples of questions we ask ourselves
when reading
"What clues does the title give me about the story?"
"Is this a real or imaginary story?"
"Why am I reading this?"
"What do I already know about___?"
"What predictions can I make?"
How to Read Good (ha-ha)…I mean well
Make sure you understand the text as you are
learning/reading it.
Read and study information in meaningful chunks ( break
the text up)
At the end of each chunk, summarize the information
Use mnemonic techniques to memorize lists, definitions,
and other specific kinds of information.
http://www.fun-with-words.com/mnem_example.html
The Words
attack
sink
thing
spot
wine
scene
wood
glove
taste
art
crib
ice
corn
pear
eggs
store
soap
string
snow
drop
wax
pocket
fold
man
mind
cream
tongue
arithmetic
Sense
increase
bait
food
curve
comparison
value
cactus
pickle
change
bath
carriage
recess
guitar
bee
linen
rail
chicken
market
punishment
finger
approval
knowledge
minute
month
chance
plate
reward
How to answer Test Questions
◦ Mark an answer for every question.
◦ If you have to guess:
◦ The length of choices can be a clue. Choose the longest.
◦ If two choices are similar, choose neither.
◦ If two choices are opposites, choose one of them.
◦ The most general alternative is usually the right answer.
How to answer Test Questions
Use good strategies for answering multiple choice and other
objective questions.
◦ Look for the central idea of each question. What is the main point?
◦ Statements that begin with always, never, none, except, most, or leastare probably NOT the answer . Underline these or other key words if
you are allowed to write on the test paper.
◦ Try to supply your own answer before choosing an alternative listed on
the test.
How to answer Test Questions
Read directions carefully. Ask questions if you don't understand or need clarification.
Do a quick "mind dump" of information you don't want to forget. Write it down on scrap paper
or in the margin.
Answer the easiest questions first, to help yourself calm down. Matching questions are often
good to start with because they provide a reminder of important terms and definitions.
When answering essay questions, remember that the objective is to
demonstrate how well you can explain and support an idea, not just what
you know. Keep the following in mind:
◦ Read over all the essay questions before you start to write. Underline key words
like define, compare, explain, etc.
◦ Think before you write. Remember, a good answer:
◦ Starts with a direct response to the question.
◦ Mentions the topics or areas described in the question.
◦ Provides specific as well as general information.
◦ Uses the technical vocabulary of the course.
◦ Then map or outline the main points you want to make, determine the
order in which you want to write your points, determine the support
you want to add, then write.
◦ Write legibly. Leave some space so you can add to your answer, later.
◦ Proofread your essay. Check for grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.
This often adds points!
When problem solving, ask yourself:
◦ What am I being asked to find?
◦ What do I need to know in order to find the answer?
◦ What information has been provided that will help me to find the answer?
◦ How can I break the problem down into parts? What steps should I follow to solve the problem?
◦ Does the answer make sense? Does it cover the whole problem?
Answering Questions
http://thisreadingmama.com/tuesdays-teaching-tip-3/
Work Book Time
https://youtu.be/UAhRf3U50lM
I will pass out Work books and we will practice our note taking.
Visualize
Predict
Question
Connect
Clarify
Evaluate
Who What When Where Why How
Preview= Visualize
Question= Question
Predict Outcomes=Predict
Infer=Predict/Connect
Connect to the Text=Connect
Summarize=Clarify
Evaluate=evaluate
What you need to talk about in groups
How do you usually answer test questions
What do you understand about the strategies
Do you use these strategies to take test
Which strategy do you think you’ll use?