The Ultimate English I STAAR Review

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What does it mean to 'clarify' in a text?

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To choose an answer that makes the text easier to understand.

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What are captions in relation to pictures or graphs?

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Captions are a type of text feature that adds information to a picture or graph.

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Are revising and editing the same thing?

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False

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What type of reading passage involves comparing two literary texts?

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Comparing two literary texts for similarities and differences.

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How do you best combine the sentences: 'Sarah really loved cats.' and 'Sarah is really allergic to cats.'?

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Sarah really loved cats, but she is allergic to them.

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What is a text feature?

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A component of a text that helps to organize or clarify information, such as headings, captions, or graphs.

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What is the purpose of revising a text?

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To improve the content, structure, and clarity of the writing.

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What is the purpose of editing a text?

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To correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning, structure, and purpose.

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What is a persuasive text?

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A type of writing that aims to convince the reader of a particular point of view.