5th grade STAAR Review

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What is the setting in a drama?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What should you include in your writing for a story?

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You should include the title of the story, vocabulary, purpose, central idea, theme, and evidence.

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What is the first step before reading a story?

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You should preview the answers to understand what to look for.

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How many times should you read a poem to understand it better?

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You should read a poem twice.

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What is the correct structure for an extended constructed response?

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Restate the question, answer it, cite evidence, explain your reasoning, and conclude.

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What is a climax in a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What does 'central idea' mean?

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

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What is the purpose of evidence in writing?

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Evidence supports your claims and helps to prove your point.

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What does it mean to 'preview' a text?

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Previewing a text means looking over the headings, images, and any highlighted text before reading.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or the big idea of a story.