STAAR Expectations and Strategies

What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?

• Fiction is based on real events, while nonfiction is made up.

• Fiction is made up, while nonfiction is based on real events.

• Fiction and nonfiction are the same.

• Fiction is a genre of literature, while nonfiction is a type of movie.

What is a test strategy?

• A plan to help you do your best on a test.

• A method to memorize answers quickly.

• A technique to avoid studying altogether.

• A way to guess answers on multiple-choice questions.

What should you do the morning of the test?

• Eat Breakfast

• Skip Breakfast

• Drink Coffee Only

• Go for a Run

What is the purpose of reading comprehension?

• To memorize the text verbatim.

• To understand and interpret what you read.

• To summarize the text in your own words.

• To analyze the author's writing style.

What is a passage?

• A section of text that you read.

• A type of literary device used in poetry.

• A brief summary of a book.

• A method of public speaking.

What should you do if you don't understand a question on the test?

• Try to reread it or move on and come back later.

• Ask the teacher for clarification.

• Skip the test entirely and leave the room.

• Guess the answer and move on.

What is a multiple-choice question?

• A question that requires a yes or no answer.

• A question with several answer options to choose from.

• A question that can only be answered by a single word.

• A question that has no correct answer.

What is the benefit of practicing test questions?

• It helps you become familiar with the test format and types of questions.

• It guarantees a high score on the test.

• It allows you to skip studying the material.

• It provides access to the test answers before the exam.

Why is it important to read passages more than 1 time?

• Because it helps you remember what you've read.

• Because it makes reading more enjoyable.

• Because it allows you to skip important details.

• Because it increases your reading speed.

Which genre has stanzas?

• Prose

• Poetry

• Drama

• Essay