STAAR Vocabulary Semester 1

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What is a symbol?

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A symbol is something that stands for something other than what it is, such as a red rose representing love.

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When should a comma be used with subordinating conjunctions (AWWWUBBIS)?

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A comma should be used before the conjunction if it starts the sentence.

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What is a counter argument?

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A counter argument is when the writer acknowledges the other side’s claim or argument.

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What is plot in a story?

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Plot is the sequence (order) of events in a story, including Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution.

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True or False: Text Structure and Organizational Pattern mean the same thing.

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True.

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What does the term 'exposition' refer to in a story?

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Exposition is the introduction of background information, setting, and characters in a story.

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What is the climax of a story?

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

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of an essay or paper.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while nonfiction is based on real events and facts.