'Finally Home' STAAR Questions

In paragraph 16, the word nonchalantly means -

• happily

• slightly

• casually

• thoughtfully

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Cassie's thoughts in paragraph 14 show that she -

• wants to take a risk to make new friends

• is trying too hard to impress the others

• has a false sense of pride

• is reluctant to let people get to know her

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The story reaches its climax when -

• Cassie hears the sound of an electric guitar

• Matt asks whether Cassie plays drums

• Matt recognizes Cassie as a girl from his class

• Cassie sits against the wall and listens to the band

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Which sentence from the story provides the best evidence that Cassie feels insecure?

• Overwhelmed with curiosity, I followed the sound down a narrow cobblestone walkway.

• I slid my hands into my pockets and attempted to smile confidently.

• A green wooden door was slightly ajar, and I peeked inside.

• I glanced at Janis, who was quietly studying me.

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In paragraph 4, the word restless means -

• unable to run

• never sleeping

• unable to rest

• nervous

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Which of the following best expresses the theme of 'Finally Home'?

• Isolation is very important.

• Guitar is an important instrument.

• Making friends is important.

• There is no theme.

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Which sentence from the story provides the best evidence that Cassie is not happy with her social life?

• I sighed and picked up my drumsticks as I pondered yesterday's conversation with my father.

• I loved that vacant garage.

• Thinking about my social life made me irritated and restless.

• Overwhelmed with curiosity, I followed the sound down a narrow cobblestone walkway.

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Which of the following sentences from the story best supports the idea that playing the drums is relaxing for Cassie?

• I closed my eyes and began playing a steady rhythm, calming the turmoil in my brain.

• It was the perfect place to practice my drumming without anyone bothering me or judging me.

• Two boys and a girl sat on metal folding chairs.

• I sighed and picked up my drumsticks as I pondered yesterday's conversation with my father.

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