1. HOW TO WRITE A FRQ…
YHS

2. ADQ AS I ENTER… Start With This… Agenda:
Please have your Ice Cream FRQ out on your desk
Agenda:
Go over Ice Cream FRQ
FRQ – How to…
Practice FRQ
ADQ

3. Ice Cream FRQ Define ice cream Describe ice cream
Give two examples of ice cream
Explain the purpose of ice cream

4. Define ice cream
DEFINE - give a clear and precise meaning of a given word, term or concept
Which of the following fits “define” ice cream?
Sweet flavored frozen food, containing cream or butterfat and usually eggs
A cold, creamy food, usually served for dessert, often in a bowl or cone
Can come in a variety of flavors and often eaten with additional foods such as sprinkles or fruit

5. Describe Ice Cream
DESCRIBE- present the characteristics of a particular topic
Which of the following fits “describe” ice cream?
Ice cream can be served soft serve in a cone with mixed flavors
Ice cream is often served with birthday cake
Ice cream is cold, creamy, and sweet

6. Give two examples of ice cream
Now you try…
Give examples of ice cream

7. Explain the purpose of ice cream
EXPLAIN - present the characteristics of a particular topic AND give reasons, how or why; make logical connections
Let’s do this one together:

8. Let’s try another FRQ This time with Government & Politics in mind!
But first, let’s go step-by-step through the process
Feel free to take notes on the Ice Cream FRQ or on your own.
I will post this Power Point on the Website under “Exam Review”

9. Step One
Do not panic
Breathe, relax, regroup

10. Step 2 Count the points and write it at the top of your paper
What does the question ask you to do?
Identify
define
Explain
Give an example

11. Steps 3 and 4 Think Constitutionally Plan! Outline! Plan! Brain dump!
This is a government test NOT a history test.  As we learn and analyze different parts of the Constitution, try to relate things back to that document. Is it related to an amendment? A principle? A power given? A power reserved? A court case? Use vocabulary and concepts that relate directly to the Constitution and American Government
Plan! Outline! Plan! Brain dump!
Jot down what you know about the specific topic- ESPECIALLY vocabulary!!!
Jot down what you know about other units or topics that might relate to the topic
Outline what you want to write

12. Step 5 Follow the rules No introduction, no thesis, no conclusion
Do not skip lines
Strikethrough mistakes, anything crossed off will not be scored
Use pen, not pencil
Use geographical terms whenever possible
Label the sections A, B, C, D, an so on.
No bullets or outlining- use sentences
Write it out- no abbreviations (you have time)
Remember, FRQ’s are not graded, they are scored; give the readers enough terms to give you points- say what you mean and mean what you say

13. Step 6 Assume your reader is tired!!! Your teacher has the following:
Perusing National Board Certification
3 kids
Competitive Tumblers
Serious Violist (I don’t know a better term…)
School Clubs
Need general love and attention
1 dog
Learning: Canvas, grading policy, the Den, the Testing Center
Writing re-takes for ALL assessments for each class
I am tired!!! Help a reader out and in turn, help yourself out!
Label the Question # and label different sections. Also, start a new paragraph for each part of the question.   1 A. B. C 2 A B
Underline appropriate terms.  For example if the question asks for the definition of unalienable rights......then underline the words unalienable rights so the reader can see..."Oh yes, here is the definition." Then underline your definition.

14. How do I know I have given enough examples?!
If the question specifies a specific number of examples (ie two examples), I advise you to use the ”plus-one" principle. Give three examples with your best examples first. State your strongest example first, second strongest next, and a spare one at the end.
The rational - Many students think they are giving two examples when in reality they are only providing one example with more details and explanation. The ”one-plus" principle gets students to more expand their writing and provide more details. In general readers are not punitive when a writer adds one more example. They view this as being detailed.
If the question does not specify a number of examples, you are instructed to give two. In fact my rule is "when do we give examples and details? Always!!"

15. ADQ! – Please…I really mean this one!
One Last Hint…
…and this comes up every time I grade an FRQ---ANSWER THE QUESTION--don't ramble!
The only exception is if you truly don’t know the answer. In that case, write as much as you can related to the topic or unit and hope you hit some points!!!
ADQ! – Please…I really mean this one!

16. Decoding verbs Identify – name
Define – state, describe, give the meaning of
Discuss – talk over, examine, debate different sides
Explain – make clear and plain, tell the meaning of
Compare – examine similarities
Contrast – examine points of difference
Analyze – examine a relationship
Assess – judge the value of or advantages and dis.

17. “Failing to prepare is preparing to fail”
Remember
I want you to do well…I will do everything I can to ensure your success but you also must work in and out of class and mentally prepare.
“Failing to prepare is preparing to fail”

18. In the Fall… (more slides in the spring)
Practice FRQ