5th Grade STAAR Reading

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What does it mean when someone is 'bewildered'?

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To be bewildered means to be confused or puzzled.

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What is the purpose of informational writing?

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The purpose of informational writing is to describe, explain, or inform the reader about a specific topic.

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean?

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To compare and contrast means to look at two or more things to find similarities and differences.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. It includes similes, metaphors, and personification.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the author wants to convey through the story.

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What is an analogy?

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An analogy is a comparison between two things that are alike in some way, often used to explain something unfamiliar by comparing it to something familiar.

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What is a persuasive essay?

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A persuasive essay is a type of writing that aims to convince the reader to agree with the author's opinion or viewpoint.

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What is context in writing?

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Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a particular event, situation, or piece of writing.