Comparing Two Texts (STAAR)

The author informs readers about Fiesta San Antonio by presenting -

• details about events such as A Night in Old San Antonio
• problems early Texans faced and how they solved them
• a time line showing important events in Texas history
• differences between the first festival and today's celebration

Which of the following is the best summary of the selection?

• Fiesta San Antonio occurs every year during...
• Fiesta San Antonio has more than...
• Fiesta San Antonio is an exciting ten-day...
• Everyone should attend Fiesta San Antonio...

San Antonio celebrates Cinco de Mayo because -

• its residents enjoy different festivals
• many Mexican Americans live here
• the Battle of Puebla took place here
• the city wants to encourage tourism

This selection is mostly about -

• how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the United States
• why Cinco de Mayo became popular among all Americans
• when Cinco de Mayo became a holiday in Mexico
• why Cinco de Mayo is important to Mexican Americans

What is the meaning of wends in paragraph 2?

• Dances
• Bursts
• Proceeds
• Expands

What is one way the authors' approaches to "Fiesta San Antonio" and "Cinco de Mayo" differ?

• The first author focuses more on the events of Fiesta San Antonio...
• The first author tries to persuade the reader to attend  Fiesta San Antonio...
• The first author uses a formal style to discuss...
• The first author organizes the travel article...

What is one theme both selections share?

• the importance of victory in war
• the influence of Mexican culture
• the fight for independence
• the right of self-determination

Why did both authors most likely write these selections?

• to inform reader about two popular celebrations
• to persuade readers to learn about Hispanic culture
• to entertain readers with stories about fun holidays
• to describe some favorite Mexican-American foods