READING STAAR REVIEW

What are the elements of a literary nonfiction text?

• Narrative structure, character development, and factual information.

• Imagery, symbolism, and metaphorical language.

• Plot twists, cliffhangers, and fictional characters.

• Dialogue, setting, and poetic devices.

What is informational text?

• A type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.

• A narrative that tells a story with characters and a plot.

• A poem that expresses emotions and feelings.

• A type of writing that is purely fictional and imaginative.

What is the central idea of a text?

• The main point or message that the author wants to convey.

• A summary of the text's content.

• The author's opinion on a subject.

• The conclusion drawn from the text.

What is the purpose of poetry?

• To express emotions, ideas, or tell a story in a rhythmic and often metaphorical way.

• To provide factual information in a straightforward manner.

• To create a visual representation of a scene or object.

• To entertain through humor and jokes.

Define text structure.

• The way a text is illustrated with images.

• How the author organizes a text.

• The length of the text in pages.

• The type of language used in the text.

What is literary nonfiction?

• A genre that presents factual information in a narrative format.

• A type of fiction that includes imaginary elements.

• A form of poetry that tells a story.

• A genre focused solely on scientific data.

Define Theme.

• The overall message, lesson, or moral of the text.

• A recurring symbol in the story.

• The main character's journey throughout the narrative.

• The setting and time period of the story.

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 myth?

• A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods or supernatural beings.

• A factual account of historical events and figures.

• A scientific explanation of natural occurrences based on evidence.

• A modern tale created for entertainment purposes.

What is author's purpose?

• To inform, entertain, or persuade.

• To summarize the text.

• To provide a conclusion.

• To analyze the characters.