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ELA test prep Common Core RI.11-12.3 resources under $5
Real World Rhetoric #5, Argument Analysis of Modern Essay, Critical Thinking
What does it take to win an argument? With these real-world rhetorical analysis materials, students will examine a short essay on a high-interest topic, identify specific rhetorical tools, and determine whether the writer is ultimately effective in swaying the reader.The essay in Real World Rhetoric #5 attempts to convince readers that students aren't motivated by cash rewards; they actually crave a surprisingly different prize.This 5-page download includes:• A full-text copy of a public domain
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Oprah Winfrey’s Golden Globes Speech Rhetorical Analysis PDF & Google Drive CCSS
Use Oprah Winfrey’s headline-grabbing speech from the 2018 Golden Globes to show your students the power of a well-constructed presentation. In this one class period activity, students will discuss the #metoo movement, view Oprah Winfrey’s 10-minute speech, and deconstruct/discuss her use of rhetorical devices. Questions focus on audience, metaphor, parallelism, pathos, and symbolism. These materials can serve as a stand-alone lesson or as a solid supplement to a study of Jim Crow laws or SAT-st
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Informational Text: 3 Scaffolded Activities for Any Nonfiction Article
Looking for best instructional practices to use with informational or nonfiction texts? Meeting rigorous RI standards can be challenging when students are frustrated or disengaged. Secondary teachers can scaffold the comprehension process to help students feel confident and achieve success.This teaching resource works with any nonfiction or informational text you select for your students. It is appropriate for periodicals, exemplar texts, speeches, and informational chapter book excerpts. Use th
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8th - 11th
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Real World Rhetoric #6, Argument Analysis of Modern Essay, Critical Thinking
What does it take to win an argument? With these real-world rhetorical analysis materials, students will examine a short essay on a high-interest topic, identify specific rhetorical tools, and determine whether the writer is ultimately effective in swaying the reader.The essay in Real World Rhetoric #6 attempts to convince readers that intestinal worms are better than medicine or surgery for a variety of ailments.This 5-page download includes:• A full-text copy of a public domain argument essay•
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Cause and Effect Task Cards
Cause and effect is a reading comprehension skill often found on standardized tests. Amp up the rigor of this important skill with (40) engaging scenario task cards that students can analyze in pairs, groups, or whole class instruction. An effective instructional tool and alternative to boring worksheets! Bonus: Go green! Laminated task cards can be used year after year. My task cards are ready to use; no gluing required! Like Task Cards? Like PowerPoints? Try the Teach & Reach Bundle for
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Common Core Reading Skills Task Card Bundle
Real World Rhetoric #7, Argument Analysis of Modern Essay, Critical Thinking
What does it take to win an argument? With these real-world rhetorical analysis materials, students will examine a short essay on a high-interest topic, identify specific rhetorical tools, and determine whether the writer is ultimately effective in swaying the reader.The essay in Real World Rhetoric #7 attempts to convince healthy pregnant women that they should consider having their babies at home rather than in a hospital.This 5-page download includes:• A full-text copy of a public domain argu
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Text Structure & Sequencing with VIDEO | Printable & Digital | CCSS.RI.3
Use short film clips to teach students analysis of text structure, sequence of events, and development and relation of text elements (Printable & Digital) - Includes lesson plan, student handouts, PowerPoint slides, Google Doc, Google Slides, Answer Key and rubric for no prep Google Classroom, distance learning activity or traditional classroom lesson !2 products for the price of 1: Grade 6-8 version & Grade 9-12 version!Teach Grade 3 - 5? GRADE 3 - 5 VERSIONProduct Includes (zip):Lesson
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6th - 12th
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ELA Skills: Author's Purpose: Test Prep, Reading Passages, Printable Worksheets
In this mini-lesson students will learn about authors purpose, and whether a text is meant to persuade. entertain or inform the reader. The lesson includes a teacher model, a practice model, and independent questions for students to practice.Check out all my other ELA products below!Identifying Theme in Fictional Texts - ELA Test Prep Skills, Reading PassagesHow to Write a Conclusion - ELA SkillsSetting & How It Affects Characters: ELA Test Prep & Reading SkillsFact &Opinion in Non-F
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â ELA Test Prep Bundle #2: 10 Lessons, Reading & Writing Activities, Printable
Declaration of Independence Activities Reading Comprehension Quiz Test Prep
Need help with teaching the Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson? Check out this Declaration of Independence Quiz and Reading Questions Pack, which contains 20 test prep QUESTIONS and ANSWERS to help your students master state standardized tests and assessments!Have fun including this text in your Revolutionary War or Early America Units!Give yourself a breath of fresh air with this NO PREP curriculum that integrates test prep within the teaching of American Literature!Just PRINT &
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Declaration of Independence Activities Bundle Quiz Test Prep Worksheets PDF
Smarter Balanced ELA CAASPP Vocab & Terms Review
This graphic organizer contains 50 of the most common terms and concepts tested on the Smarted Balanced (SBAC) Common Core ELA state exams, including the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) CAT and Performance Tasks. While this study set is geared toward 11th grade ELA, many terms are the same for grades 6-11. You may provide definitions to students or have them copy them from a source (such as my Quizlet flashcards, found under username Alison_Sickler), then have
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6th - 11th
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Fun ACT Reading Prep: Compare and Contrast Skill-by-Skill Practice
This excerpt from "Fun ACT Prep: Skill by Skill" breaks down the Reading skill of comparison. Students will practice the skill in the context of a high-interest passage about the Joker from the Batman films of the '80s and the Dark Knight films of the last decade with questions modeled after the ACT, then reflect upon their learning by reviewing the answer key and explanations. The skill will be reinforced with a graphic organizer, and students' learning will continue with a "Test Tips" section.
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9th - 12th
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RACE Strategy Bundle Set-English/ Spanish
This set includes the Race Strategy in English and Spanish.The RACES strategy is great for teaching students how to answer questions by writing in a sequence orderThis cute acronym will help your students remember to cite evidence and elaborate on their answers.Why use the RACE strategy? This wonderful strategy is very helpful for struggling writers and students with disabilities, but it can also be helpful for all students. It teaches students to do what good writers do naturally—restating the
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2nd - 12th
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Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Quiz Test Prep Pack Reading Questions PDF
This Lesson & Quiz Pack for the Early American sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" by Jonathan Edwards includes a pre-quiz reading comprehension questions activity and a 20 Question/Answer Quiz that mirrors standardized tests! Make teaching this classic American Literature text STRESS-FREE as you prepare students for the state reading exam!Types of Questions:Multiple ChoiceMulti-Select2 Part QuestionsHOT TextHigher-Order ThinkingThis product includes the following:A copy of the se
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Perspectives - Photos & AllSides.com - Identifying Bias AP Language AP Seminar
Help students understand perspective and bias in photos and news using images and news reports/editorials from the Siege on the Capitol, Washington, D.C. January 2021Perspective is a key term and concept in both the AP Language and AP Seminar courses. Strong rhetoric requires students to examine an issue from multiple perspective and points-of-view. When students engage with "multiple voices in the conversation" on any topic or issue, they are not only well-informed, but poised to create a resea
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10th - 12th, Adult Education
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High School Digital ACT Reading Test Prep Passages & Questions-Google Forms
Prepare your students for the ACT Reading test with this dynamic resource! Featuring four passages, each accompanied by five carefully scaffolded questions aligned with ACT Reading standards, this assignment serves as a comprehensive diagnostic tool, homework task, or summative assessment. Whether used for individual practice or as part of a classroom activity, it provides targeted insights into students' reading comprehension skills while preparing them for success on the ACT.Key Features:Scaff
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9th - 12th
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Politics_Federal Solar Power Investments_Current Events Reading_2024
Current events PDF lesson plan. President Joe Biden marked Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in federal grants for residential solar projects. The projects are expected to eventually reduce emissions by the equivalent of 30 million metric tons of carbon dioxide and save households $350 million.Articles and long reading passages of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling re
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6th - 10th, Adult Education
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Fact and Opinion Test
Teaching fact and opinion? Hold your students accountable with the Fact and Opinion Test. This Common Core-aligned assessment will let you know in no time who is advanced, proficient, basic, and below basic in this important ELA skill. Multiple choice questions simulate those found on actual standardized tests. Product can be used for common assessments throughout your team or department and is super sub-friendly. Keep them learning - even when you're not there!Check out my PTA Skills Bundl
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â ELA Jumbo Skills Test Bundle - Volume 1
Politics_Supreme Court Hears Social Media Cases_Current Events Reading_2024
Current events articles and lesson plans for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments and decide if states can restrict social media giants from moderating speech on social media platforms. Currently, social media giants moderate and/or censor speech that is determined as inappropriate.Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or gifted learners to use d
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6th - 12th
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Business_ Macy’s to Close 30% of its Stores_Current Events Reading_2024
Macy’s plans to close approximately 150 stores nationwide as part of a massive reorganization that will see it pivot to a greater focus on luxury sales. The retailer is planning to close approximately 50 stores by the end of the company's current fiscal year.Current events PDF lesson plans for reading comprehension practice or standardized testing preparation. Long reading passage of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strat
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7th - 11th
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Test Prep: Bullseye Strategy/Practice/ELA/ Critical Thinking
What is it?Micro texts are made with the intention of getting to the skill or the practice students need FASTER. Each text is less than 400 words. All of the 16 questions is aligned to finding the "bullseye" and helping students think critically about the answer choices and how they can apply critical thinking to get the right answer every time. It also encourages students to read each question and not choose an answer that "feels right".What's included?Google Slides (56 slides)PowerPoint (56 s
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6th - 12th
Sequence + Text Structure with SEL Nonfiction Article: Disappointment + Optimism
Sequencing + text structure (RI.3) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about how to cope with sadness and disappointment through love and optimism. Now includes Google Doc perfect for distance learning!Independent Practice or Assessment of common core ELA skills with social emotional intelligence content!Editable Document Includes:Nonfiction Article: Disappointment + Optimism (Emotional
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â ELA Assessment & Test Prep: Reading Informational Text, Writing, SEL Bundle
AP Lang / Rhetorical Analysis - SPACECAT Text Analysis - Group Activity
Introducing the SPACECAT Rhetorical Analysis Resource for AP English Language and Composition!Make rhetorical analysis engaging with SPACECAT – a tool designed for AP English classes. This resource includes an editable Google Slideshow, a comprehensive rubric, and a step-by-step lesson plan.**What's Included:**1. **Editable Google Slideshow:** A visually engaging presentation for the group activity. Students will all be working on the Google Slideshow at the same time, allowing students easy a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Articles - 1: Goblin Sharks - MAGNIFICENT or MONSTROUS? - Fact & Opinion
READING & WRITING - ANALYZING - COMPREHENSION - TEST PREP ................................................................... FOCUS: FACT & OPINIONTEXT"MAGNIFICENT OR MONSTROUS" is a nonfiction ARTICLE ABOUT goblin sharks. These are rare deep-sea sharks called living fossils. Goblin sharks have a perfect blend of incredibly cool ADAPTATIONS and hideous APPEARANCE traits, making this an ideal article for FACT & OPINION......................................................TOPICS APPROP
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4th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Articles - 12: POEMS, ARTICLES & NARRATIVES - BUNDLE II - PDF & ONLINE
Argumentative Thesis Task Cards
Teaching argumentative thesis is a challenging concept! Amp up the rigor and proficiency level of your students with (32) Argumentative Thesis Task Cards on a debatable issue. Student can analyze and discuss the most refined argumentative thesis in pairs, groups, or whole class instruction. An effective instructional tool and alternative to boring worksheets! Common Core-aligned. Answer key included. Want more fun and practice? Turn the task card thesis into a real debate! Bonus: Go gr
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Thesis Statement Bundle
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