STAAR Review Flashcard- Reading

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What does the word 'deposited' mean?

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To set something down.

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What can we infer about Tara in the Rodriguez family vacation scenario?

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Tara is Brian’s sister.

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What change should be made in the sentence: 'Dad taught me how to flip the pancakes correct'?

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Change 'correct' to 'correctly'.

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What is the turning point in the story about Zack and the dog?

Back

The dog relaxed and followed its owner.

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What is the main idea of Jenny's experience at the hospital?

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Jenny wants to be a nurse.

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What is the definition of 'inference' in reading comprehension?

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A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

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What does 'main idea' refer to in a text?

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

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What is a 'turning point' in a story?

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A moment when the story changes direction or a character makes a significant decision.

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What does 'context clues' mean?

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Hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the purpose of a 'summary' in reading?

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To provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.