READING STAAR REVIEW

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What are the 5 reading genres studied this year?

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Literary nonfiction, poetry, drama, informational text, fiction.

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Define Theme.

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The overall message, lesson, or moral of the text.

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What does the acronym 'SUM IT UP' relate to?

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Summary (beginning, middle, end).

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Define text structure.

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How the author organizes a text.

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What is literary nonfiction?

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A genre that presents factual information in a narrative format.

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What is a fable?

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A short story that typically features animals and conveys a moral lesson.

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What is a myth?

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A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods or supernatural beings.

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What is a legend?

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A narrative that is regarded as historical but is not verifiable.

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What is the purpose of poetry?

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To express emotions, ideas, or tell a story in a rhythmic and often metaphorical way.

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What is informational text?

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A type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.