Language Arts Fall Final Study Notes

Test Overview

• Four parts:

  • Fiction Passage: 4 pages, 8 questions

  • Nonfiction Passage: 2.5 pages, 6 questions

  • 15 Vocabulary Questions

Terms to Know

• Theme, Characterization, Inference, Setting, Symbolism

• Foreshadowing, Internal & External Conflict, Claim, Counterclaim

• Main Idea & Supporting Details, Text Structures:

  • Compare/Contrast, Problem/Solution, Sequential, Item-Description

Study Strategies

Grammar

• Complete all practice activities.

• Memorize clause cheat sheets and conjunctions.

• Identify subjects and verbs in sentences.

• Practice sentence types and errors (e.g., comma splices, run-ons).

Vocabulary

• Create flashcards for vocabulary words from all chapters.

• Highlight unknown words and quiz each other.

Reading Passages

• Practice reading lengthy articles under timed conditions.

• Focus on main idea and the terms from the study guide.

Grammar Guide Overview

Parts of Speech

• Noun, Verb, Adverb, Adjective

Sentence Parts

• Subject: who/what; Verb: action/state

Clauses

• Independent: Can stand alone; Dependent: Cannot stand alone.

Conjunctions

• Coordinating: FANBOYS; Subordinating: e.g., after, because.

Sentence Types

• Simple, Compound, Complex

Common Sentence Errors

• Fragments, Run-ons, Comma Splices.

Comma Rules

• Usage with introductory words, phrases, and clauses.

• Use commas for direct address and appositives.

Vocabulary List Highlights

• Absolve, Adamant, Amiable, Antagonist, Altruistic, etc.

  • Focus on definitions and recognition of words.

Practice Test

Narrative Passage Questions

• Key themes, character feelings, inferences, and conflicts addressed.

Informative Passage Questions

• Main ideas, evidence supporting claims, and potential counterclaims.