2018 Writing STAAR Editing Portion

Front

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

Back

'Its' is a possessive pronoun used to show ownership, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

Front

What is a common mistake when using the word 'than'?

Back

'Than' is used for comparisons, while 'then' refers to time. A common mistake is using 'then' when 'than' is needed.

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What is the correct plural form of 'family'?

Back

The correct plural form is 'families'.

Front

What does 'battles' refer to?

Back

'Battles' refers to fights or conflicts, especially in a military context.

Front

What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

Back

Commas are used to separate items in a list, indicate pauses, or clarify meaning.

Front

What is a possessive pronoun?

Back

A possessive pronoun shows ownership, such as 'his', 'her', 'its', 'their'.

Front

What is the function of the word 'and' in a sentence?

Back

'And' is a conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses.

Front

What does 'eyewitness' mean?

Back

An 'eyewitness' is a person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, and can give a first-hand account.

Front

What is the meaning of 'artifacts'?

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'Artifacts' are objects made by humans, typically of cultural or historical interest.

Front

What is the role of the subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.