Reading STAAR Academic Vocabulary

What is the meaning of 'inference'?

• A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

• A type of logical fallacy.

• An assumption made without evidence.

• A statement that is universally accepted.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is non-fiction?

• A genre of literature that is purely imaginative.

• A type of writing that includes fictional elements.

• True and informational.

• A narrative that is based on myths and legends.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What does 'context' mean in reading?

• The circumstances or setting surrounding a particular word, phrase, or event.

• The main idea of a text.

• The author's purpose for writing.

• The emotional response of the reader to a text.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does an 'X' usually indicate on a graded paper?

• It indicates a correct answer.

• It indicates a wrong answer.

• It indicates a missing answer.

• It indicates extra credit.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

What does 'allusion' mean?

• A direct reference to a person or event

• An indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary or political significance.

• A detailed description of a character

• A type of metaphor used in poetry

What does 'characterization' refer to?

• The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

• A technique used to create suspense in a story.

• The method of describing the setting in a narrative.

• The way a plot is structured in a literary work.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is a question that asks for supporting details or something that supports an idea?

• Evidence

• Assumption

• Hypothesis

• Conclusion

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the purpose of a 'summary'?

• To provide a concise overview of the main points.

• To elaborate on every detail of a text.

• To confuse the reader with complex ideas.

• To provide a personal opinion on the subject.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does it mean when a STAAR reading question asks about what something 'suggests'?

• It refers to what the detail hints at, or causes one to think.

• It means to provide a direct answer to a question.

• It indicates a fact that is universally accepted.

• It suggests a random idea without any context.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is a 'theme' in literature?

• A recurring symbol throughout the narrative.

• The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

• The chronological sequence of events in a story.

• The emotional response evoked by the narrative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2