4th Grade ELAR STAAR Review- 5/5

What is the setting of a story?

• The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.

• The setting refers to the main character's emotions.

• The setting is the sequence of events in the story.

• The setting describes the moral lesson of the story.

What is the main idea of a text or paragraph?

• The main idea is what the text or paragraph is mostly about.

• The main idea is the conclusion of the text.

• The main idea is a summary of the text's details.

• The main idea is the author's opinion on the topic.

How is a text structured if it tells a problem and what caused the problem?

• Cause and effect.

• Chronological order.

• Descriptive structure.

• Comparative analysis.

What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?

• Fiction is based on real events and facts, while nonfiction is a narrative created from the imagination.

• Fiction is a narrative created from the imagination, while nonfiction is based on real events and facts.

• Fiction and nonfiction are both based on real events and facts.

• Fiction is a type of nonfiction that includes imaginary elements.

What is a theme in literature?

• A theme is the central topic or idea explored in a text.

• A theme is the setting of the story.

• A theme is the main character's journey.

• A theme is the author's writing style.

What does it mean to analyze a text?

• To summarize the text briefly.

• To examine it closely to understand its meaning and structure.

• To rewrite the text in simpler terms.

• To memorize the text word for word.

What is an example of a descriptive text structure?

• A descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, or thing.

• A narrative text structure tells a story with a beginning, middle, and end.

• An argumentative text structure presents a claim and supports it with evidence.

• A procedural text structure outlines steps to complete a task.

What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

• To introduce new ideas and concepts.

• To summarize the main points and provide closure.

• To present detailed evidence and arguments.

• To confuse the reader with complex information.

What is sequencing in text structure?

• The process of arranging text in alphabetical order.

• The order in which events or steps occur in a text.

• The method of summarizing a text's main ideas.

• The technique of comparing and contrasting different texts.

Why are headings important in a text?

• They provide a summary of the entire text.

• Headings tell the reader what that section of text is about and helps them figure out the main idea.

• They are used to decorate the text and make it visually appealing.

• Headings are only necessary for academic writing.