STAR reading review

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What is a problem in a story?

Back

A problem in a story is a conflict or challenge that the characters face, which drives the plot forward.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What does it mean to inform?

Back

To inform means to give information or knowledge about a particular subject.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

Front

What is the author's purpose?

Back

The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text, such as to entertain, inform, or persuade.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

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What is an antonym for amazing?

Back

Ordinary is an antonym for amazing, meaning something that is not remarkable or special.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

Front

What does it mean to entertain in writing?

Back

To entertain in writing means to engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment through storytelling.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What is a setting in a story?

Back

The setting is the time and place where the story occurs, providing context for the characters and events.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

Front

What is a character in a story?

Back

A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story that plays a role in the plot.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author explores in a story.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What does it mean to persuade?

Back

To persuade means to convince someone to believe or do something through reasoning or argument.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.4.5