STAAR Review Reading 8th Grade

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Should you pay attention to pictures, charts, and graphs on your passages?

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Yes, they provide important context and information that can enhance understanding.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or central idea of a story, often conveying a moral or lesson.

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What is the problem of the story called?

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Conflict, which is the struggle between opposing forces that drives the narrative.

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What is a recommended bedtime for students?

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10:30 pm, to ensure adequate rest for optimal learning.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of a plot in a story?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up the story, including the conflict and resolution.

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What does 'resolution' mean in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story concludes.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor directly compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as', while a simile does.

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What is the significance of the setting in a story?

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The setting establishes the time and place of the story, influencing the mood and characters.