7th grade STAAR Reading Review

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What is figurative language?

Back

Words or phrases that do not mean exactly what they say.

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What is the best organizational structure for an event in history?

Back

Chronological.

Front

What is an inference?

Back

An educated guess based on text evidence.

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What does confiscate mean?

Back

To take away.

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What is the correct definition of 'spring' in the context of a body of water?

Back

A body of water.

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What is the purpose of a theme in literature?

Back

The central idea or message conveyed by the text.

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What is a simile?

Back

A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The primary point or concept that the author wants to convey.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To provide a brief statement of the main points.

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What is a character's motivation?

Back

The reason behind a character's actions or behavior.