NJ ASK: READING

Tasks Two narrative passages…500-1,000 words…20 multiple choice questions…4 open ended…80 minutes Two informational passages… words….16 multiple choice….2 open ended… 60 minutes Scoring Rubric 0-4

 Scan the selection before reading…look over all headings…italics, pictures etc.

 Read the questions before the story/article…look for key words so you may guide your reading.

Mark the text as you read and that will enable you to stay focused… Circle character names, underline descriptive details/facts, number sequences in the plot

Try to read between the lines…draw inferences

Require a paragraph or more Start with a topic sentence that states the story’s/article’s title and author Use information from the text...therefore there must be quoted material in your response Provide an insightful response Relate ideas to something else you read or heard Have a closing sentence Open Ended Responses