STAAR REVIEW 24-25

What does "audience" mean in a text?

• The person telling the story
• The group of people the text is written for
• The plot of the story

What is a "message" in a piece of writing?

• The lesson or main idea the author wants to convey
• The setting of the story
• The list of characters

What does "theme" refer to in literature?

• The title of the book
• The central topic or idea in a story
• The dialogue between characters

What is an "appeal" in an argumentative text?

• A statement that shows a character's feelings
• A technique used to persuade the reader
• A summary of the story

What does "claim" mean in a persuasive text?

• A statement that expresses an opinion or argument
• A description of the setting
• A list of characters

What is a "character foil"?

• A character who opposes the main character
• A character who contrasts with another character to highlight traits
• A minor character in the story

What does "flashback" mean in storytelling?

• A jump to a future event
• A scene set in an earlier time than the main story
• A conversation between characters

What is "foreshadowing" in literature?

• A clue about what will happen later in the story
• A description of the main character
• A summary of the plot

What does "irony" mean?

• The opposite of what is expected occurs
• A factual statement
• A clear prediction

What is a "subplot"?

• The main storyline
• A secondary plot that supports the main plot
• A character's backstory