STAAR ELA Review 2016

A simile uses "like" or "as" to...

When you see the word "conclude" in a question, you should think....

You may leave the room if you finish testing before noon.

You should begin your essay in the first hour, while you are still alert and fresh.

The lesson or "moral" of the story is the...

What 3 elements are needed to pass your short answer?

Your handwriting matters on the essay and short answer.

If you finish before _______________________, Coach Casarez will ignore your pleas to leave. 

You have ____________________ hours to take the STAAR test.

For questions you're not sure about, you should...

You can pass the Short Answers without a quote.

Another word for "dialogue" is....

The most important part of your essay is your....

There will always be at least one answer choice that is...

You should proofread your essays for...

What is the minimum passing score on the short answer?

If you're tired tomorrow, you should....

When reading your essay prompt, the only part that matters is the part that says...

You may use all of the following for your test EXCEPT...

Your main purpose in the expository essay is to: