7th grade STAAR Reading Review

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What is an inference?

Back

An educated guess based on text evidence.

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What inference can you make from the statement about the IMF and World Bank's plan in 1996?

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These countries were probably having trouble paying off their debts.

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What is a theme of a story?

Back

A lesson or message.

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What does 'ubiquitous' mean in the context of the Internet?

Back

Everywhere.

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What is Peter Parker's (Spiderman) conflict?

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He is unsure if he is capable of handling all that being a superhero will entail.

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What is the main purpose of a theme in literature?

Back

To convey a central message or lesson.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

Back

They provide hints or information that help deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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What is the significance of character development in a story?

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It shows how characters change and grow throughout the narrative.