STAAR strategies

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What is Realistic Fiction?

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A genre of literature that could really happen, but is a made-up story.

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What should you do first when reading a selection?

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Name the Genre.

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What should you do if you are stuck on a question?

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Look for answers to eliminate.

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What strategy can help you figure out the main idea of a text?

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Use the umbrella strategy.

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What type of reader should you be on STAAR day?

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A 3D reader.

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What does '3D reader' mean?

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A reader who is dynamic, detailed, and deliberate.

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What is the purpose of naming the genre before reading?

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It helps set expectations and understand the context of the text.

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What is the elimination strategy in answering questions?

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A method where you remove clearly wrong answers to improve your chances of selecting the correct one.

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What does the umbrella strategy involve?

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Identifying the main idea and supporting details as if they are under an umbrella.

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Why is it important to look at answer choices before reading?

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It can help you focus on key information while reading.