STAAR Reading 7th Grade Review

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What does the word 'convey' mean?

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To communicate or make known.

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What is the central idea of Michael Jordan's success?

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Michael Jordan had to work hard to become a superstar.

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What is an antagonist in a story?

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A force working against the main character, usually another character.

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What is evidence in reading comprehension?

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Supporting details or information that backs up an idea.

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What type of text structure explains 'what happened' and 'why'?

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Cause & Effect.

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What does 'inference' mean in reading?

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A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The central topic or idea explored in a text.

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What does 'figurative language' refer to?

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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What is a 'metaphor'?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of a 'summary'?

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