STAAR Prep English #1

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What does the English I/II STAAR test include?

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The English I/II STAAR test includes Revising, Editing, Writing, & Reading.

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In what order should you work on paired passages during the STAAR test?

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You should read passage 1 and answer the questions, then read passage 2 and answer the questions, and finally answer the 3rd set of questions.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'As blind as a bat'?

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Simile.

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What is a redundant sentence?

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A redundant sentence is one that repeats information unnecessarily.

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How can you correct the sentence: 'We went to the basketball, and had dinner afterwards.'?

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The correct sentence is: 'We went to the basketball game, and had dinner afterwards.'

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What is the purpose of revising a written piece?

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The purpose of revising is to improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality of the writing.

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What is the difference between revising and editing?

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Revising focuses on content and structure, while editing focuses on grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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

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

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What is the significance of context in understanding a text?

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Context helps readers understand the circumstances surrounding a text, including its background, purpose, and audience.