STAAR Testing Strategies

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What is the best resource to use during a test for definitions and clarifications?

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Dictionary

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Identify a phrase that is NOT a transitional word or phrase.

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He said

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What should you do on the reading section of a test?

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Read and annotate the passage.

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What is the most important step in writing an essay?

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Planning an essay.

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What strategies can you use when answering multiple-choice questions?

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Read question and circle, highlight, or underline key words; make notes in the margins; justify your answers with evidence from the text; All of the above.

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What is a transitional word or phrase?

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Words or phrases that help connect ideas in writing, such as 'likewise' or 'on the other hand.'

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Why is annotating a passage beneficial during a reading test?

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It helps to identify key ideas and details, making it easier to answer questions.

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What does planning an essay involve?

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Outlining main ideas, structuring arguments, and organizing supporting details.

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What is the purpose of using evidence in an essay?

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To support claims and arguments, making them more convincing.

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What is skimming?

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Reading quickly to get a general idea of the content without focusing on details.