7th grade STAAR Reading Review

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I've told you a million times.'

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What does it mean if a character is described as insecure?

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An insecure character lacks confidence and feels uncertain about themselves or their abilities. Example: A student who doubts their chances of getting into college.

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What does the word 'clandestine' mean?

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Clandestine means something that is kept secret or done secretively, often for illicit purposes. Example: A clandestine meeting to discuss confidential information.

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What does 'ubiquitous' mean?

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Ubiquitous means present, appearing, or found everywhere. Example: Smartphones are ubiquitous in modern society.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or forces).

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as.' Example: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader. It summarizes the primary message of the text.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.