English Staar Review

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What is a claim?

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A statement that tells what a paragraph is going to be about.

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What should you do if you do not know a multiple choice answer?

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Read each answer, eliminate, and make the best guess.

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What transition word can be used to show contrast?

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However.

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What transition words can be used to show cause and effect?

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as a result, since, consequently, because.

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Choose the correct word: Eric and Kane put _________ phones on the teacher's desk.

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their.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of an essay.

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What is a topic sentence?

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The first sentence of a paragraph that summarizes its main idea.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine it closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false; an opinion is a personal belief.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that backs up the main idea or claim.