Creative Clutter STAAR Released Test

1 Read the dictionary entry. Which definition of the word mind is used in line 3?

• A Definition 1

• B Definition 2

• C Definition 3

• D Definition 4

2 Read this sentence from line 17. What is the most likely reason the playwright uses a simile in this line?

• F To identify an activity that Bryson and Dwayne have done together

• G To suggest that Bryson has been eating snacks in Dwayne’s bedroom

• H To explain that Bryson’s belongings have made a mess in Dwayne’s bedroom

• J To show that Dwayne plans to throw away Bryson’s belongings

3 What causes the conflict between Dwayne and Bryson in lines 22 through 27?

• A Dwayne thinks Bryson is being lazy.

• B Dwayne thinks Bryson is teasing him.

• C Dwayne thinks Bryson is jealous.

• D Dwayne thinks Bryson is too forgetful.

4 Why is line 37 important to the plot?

• F It reveals the resolution to the problem in the play.

• G It provides the climax in the plot of the play.

• H It establishes a new setting in the play.

• J It introduces a new conflict to the play.

5 What is the main theme of the play?

• A Treat others kindly to earn their friendship.

• B Practice good habits every day

• C Think before taking action.

• D Try to understand the viewpoints of others.

6 What does the reader learn from the stage directions in scene 2?

• F Bryson would be more comfortable sleeping on the bottom bunk bed.

• G Bryson does not worry about being neat.

• H Bryson has been searching for something in Dwayne’s room

• J Bryson does not like staying in Dwayne’s room.

7 What can the reader infer about Dwayne based on line 18?

• A Dwayne wants to surprise Bryson by putting his things away.

• B Dwayne thinks Bryson brought too many clothes with him.

• C Dwayne feels happiest when he is organizing clothes.

• D Dwayne feels uncomfortable when he sees the condition of his room.