Regents Exam Directions: What exactly do I have to do?

Part 2: What is the minimum number of texts you must reference when writing your source-based argument essay?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Part 2: When writing the source-based argument, you must:

• Summarize the provided texts.

• Use evidence from at least three of the texts to develop their argument.

• Ignore alternate claims.

• Include personal opinions without evidence.

Part 2: Which of the following is NOT a guideline for writing the argument essay?

• Identify each source referenced by text number and line number.

• Establish a clear claim and distinguish it from opposing claims.

• Maintain an informal style of writing.

• Follow the conventions of standard written English.

Part 2: What is the purpose of referencing line numbers in the argument essay?

• To critique the text’s arguments.

• To support the essay with specific evidence.

• To provide additional context for personal opinions.

• To summarize the provided texts.

Part 2: How should you cite evidence from the texts in your argument essay?

• By providing a footnote for each reference.

• By identifying the source using text number and line number(s) or graphic (e.g., Text 1, line 4).

• By writing a bibliography at the end of the essay.

• By paraphrasing without identifying the source.

Part 3: What is the main task for the text-analysis response?

• Summarize the text in detail.

• Identify a central idea and analyze how the author’s use of one writing strategy develops it.

• Explain why the central idea is significant.

• Critique the author’s use of evidence.

Part 3: Which of the following is an example of a writing strategy that can be analyzed in the text-analysis response?

• Point of view

• Theme

• Symbolism

• All of the above

Part 3: In order to receive full credit for the text-analysis response, you must:

• Identify a central idea and explain the author’s biography.

• Use evidence from the text and analyze the use of one writing strategy.

• Summarize each paragraph of the text.

• Provide personal opinions about the author’s arguments.

Part 3: How many paragraphs should the text-analysis response typically include?

• One

• Two to three

• Four to five

• Six

Part 3: Which of the following is the best way to paraphrase what Part 3 is asking you to do?

• Summarize the text and include your opinions about the author’s argument.

• Explain the main idea of the text and how the author uses one technique to support it.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of the author’s arguments and propose alternative solutions.

• Write a personal reflection on the text’s themes and ideas.