STAAR Academic and Literary Vocabulary Terms (REVIEW)

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What is the main purpose of clarity in writing?

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To ensure the message is easily understood

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When a piece of writing is coherent, it:

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Flows logically from one idea to the next

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Author's style refers to:

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The way an author uniquely expresses ideas through writing

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What does it mean to synthesize information?

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To combine different ideas or elements into a coherent whole

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Syntax in writing refers to:

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The arrangement of words and phrases to create sentences

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The connotative meaning of a word is:

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Its implied or suggested meaning

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What does it mean to annotate a text?

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Add notes and comments to aid understanding

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Anecdote

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A short, interesting personal story

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Redundancy in writing occurs when:

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Ideas or words are repeated unnecessarily

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What is a non-linear plot?

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Moves back and forth in time