Reading STAAR vocabulary

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What is the purpose of a 'Dictionary'?

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To find the meanings of words, how to spell them, and how they are pronounced.

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What does '1st Person POV' stand for?

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The point of view where the main character is telling the story.

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What does 'Contrast' mean when analyzing a story?

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How people, places, things, or ideas in a story are different.

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What is the definition of an antonym?

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Words that have opposite meanings.

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What is a 'Climax' in a story?

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The turning point in a story where the problem or conflict reaches its peak.

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What is a 'Synonym'?

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Words that have similar meanings.

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What does 'Theme' refer to in literature?

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The central idea or message in a story.

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What is 'Setting' in a story?

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The time and place where the story occurs.

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What does 'Characterization' mean?

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The process by which the author reveals the personality of a character.

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What is a 'Protagonist'?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.