English 1 STAAR Review (2023)

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What is a THESIS?

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A thesis is your answer to the prompt, summarizing your main argument or point.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Punctuation, capitalization, and spacing do not affect your ECR score.

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False, these elements do affect your ECR score.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Punctuation goes inside quotation marks.

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True, punctuation is placed inside quotation marks in standard English.

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What are the different sections of the English 1 STAAR?

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The sections are Reading, Revising/Editing, and Writing.

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Which of the following is NOT available on the English 1 STAAR test? Spell check, Grammar check, or Word count?

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Spell check is NOT available on the English 1 STAAR test.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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The thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

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How does punctuation affect clarity in writing?

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Punctuation helps to clarify meaning and separate ideas, making writing easier to understand.

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What is the role of capitalization in formal writing?

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Capitalization is used to indicate the beginning of sentences and proper nouns, contributing to the professionalism of the text.

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What is the difference between revising and editing?

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Revising involves making changes to content and structure, while editing focuses on correcting grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

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Why is it important to follow formatting guidelines in the STAAR test?

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Following formatting guidelines ensures clarity and adherence to the test's requirements, which can impact scoring.