Roald Dahl 4th Grade STAAR Reading Review

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What does the word 'endless' mean?

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Without end.

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How did Roald Dahl's career at the oil company relate to his military career?

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Both careers presented Dahl with opportunities to learn new skills.

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How does the author organize the selection about Roald Dahl?

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By describing Dahl's life from his childhood through his adulthood.

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Why did the author include information about Dahl becoming a father?

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To explain why Dahl was inspired to write children's literature.

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What shows that Dahl was a daring person?

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He traveled to other countries, flew fighter planes, and worked as a spy.

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What is a key theme in Roald Dahl's writing?

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Imagination and adventure.

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What genre is Roald Dahl best known for?

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Children's literature.

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What is one of Roald Dahl's famous books?

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

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What did Dahl do before becoming a writer?

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He served as a fighter pilot and worked as a spy.

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What is the significance of Dahl's childhood experiences in his writing?

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They inspired many of his stories and characters.