STAAR Prep-English I & II

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact can be proven but an opinion cannot.

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Compare = _____

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similar

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Contrast = _____

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differences

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison. Example: 'The sun is a giant heater on my skin.'

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What is nonfiction?

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A genre of writing that is based on facts, real events, and real people, such as autobiographies.

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What is an autobiography?

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A self-written account of the life of a person.

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What is the purpose of comparing texts?

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To identify similarities and differences in themes, characters, and settings.

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What is the purpose of contrasting texts?

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To highlight the differences between two or more texts.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'The sun is like a giant heater on my skin.'

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or concept that the author wants to convey.