7th grade STAAR genre flashcard

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What is the purpose of reading poetry?

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To experience rich language and emotion.

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Which genre is characterized by factual information and explanations?

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Expository.

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What is the purpose of reading procedural texts?

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To learn how to do something.

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What must you do when reading literary nonfiction?

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Read from beginning to end.

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What should you understand when reading fiction?

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The relationships between plot, characters, and setting.

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What is drama?

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A genre that is written to be performed, featuring dialogue and action.

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What is the main goal of persuasive writing?

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To convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What is fiction?

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A genre that includes made-up stories and characters.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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Fact is a statement that can be proven true, while opinion is a personal belief.

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What is an example of a procedural text?

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A recipe or a set of instructions.