STAAR Reading Review

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to convey through the narrative.

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What do stage directions indicate in a play?

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Stage directions tell the actors where to go on stage and what kind of expression, body language, or actions to perform. They also help readers understand what the actors would be doing.

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What is the purpose of diagrams in non-fiction texts?

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Diagrams are used to label or name all the parts of a specific object, animal, or thing, helping readers understand the content better.

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What do subheadings in non-fiction indicate?

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Subheadings let the reader know what they are going to read about in each section of the text.

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What point of view allows the narrator to express their thoughts and feelings?

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First Person point of view allows the narrator to share their personal thoughts and feelings directly with the reader.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to communicate to the reader.

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How do you identify the conflict in a story?

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The conflict is the struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot and creates tension in the story.

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What is character motivation?

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Character motivation refers to the reasons behind a character's actions and decisions in a story.

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What is the difference between a theme and a main idea?

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The theme is a broader message or lesson, while the main idea is the specific point the author is making in a particular text.

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What role do illustrations play in non-fiction?

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Illustrations help clarify information, making complex ideas easier to understand and more engaging for the reader.