7th and 8th Grade Reading STAAR Review

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What should you do first when reading non-fiction?

Back

Preview the text first.

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What is the setting of a story?

Back

Where and when the story takes place.

Front

What character trait is shown by someone who loves to create art and music?

Back

Creative

Front

What do scenes in a play do?

Back

Show a change in time or scenery.

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What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point of the story.

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What is a theme in literature?

Back

The central idea or message in a story.

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What is a character's motivation?

Back

The reason behind a character's actions.

Front

What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?

Back

The protagonist is the main character, while the antagonist opposes the protagonist.

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A brief statement of the main points of a text.

Front

What does it mean to infer?

Back

To make a logical guess based on evidence in the text.