English 1 STAAR Review (2023)

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What is the total time allotted for the English 1 STAAR exam?

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5 hours

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What is the purpose of the ECR (essay) in the English 1 STAAR?

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To read a passage and respond to a prompt about that passage in 3-4 paragraphs using text evidence to support the response.

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What are the three main sections of the English 1 STAAR exam?

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Reading, revising/editing, and writing.

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What should you do if you encounter an unfamiliar word in the English 1 STAAR exam?

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Use the dictionary and context clues.

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Does punctuation, capitalization, and spacing affect your ECR score?

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False.

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What is the significance of using text evidence in the ECR?

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Text evidence supports your arguments and demonstrates understanding of the passage.

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How many paragraphs should your ECR response contain?

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3-4 paragraphs.

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What strategies can help improve your reading comprehension for the STAAR exam?

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Practice active reading, summarize passages, and ask questions about the text.

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What is the role of revising/editing in the English 1 STAAR?

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To improve clarity, coherence, and correctness in writing.

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What types of questions can you expect in the reading section of the STAAR?

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Multiple-choice questions that assess comprehension, analysis, and interpretation of texts.