Who created "Chicken of the Sea"?

Ellison Nguyen and his dad, Viet Thanh Nguyen

What was Hien Bui-Stafford's main contribution to the illustrations?

He drew the line drawings on his own

He provided the creative and imaginative input

He overthought the illustrations

Why does Viet Nguyen appreciate working with his son Ellison on the book?

Because it helped tap into the playfulness inside of them

Because Ellison was very professional

Because Ellison had a lot of experience

Because Ellison was very good at writing

What is the author's attitude towards the moral of the book "Chicken of the Sea"?

There is no specific moral intended

It is important to have a clear moral

It should teach children about life

It is about being creative and imaginative

Why does the book end with a party?

Because the author likes happy endings

Because it's a tradition in storytelling

Because the author likes sad endings

Because it was suggested by the illustrator

Which line of dialogue from the story "Avery's Gift" supports the theme that success sometimes comes from being willing to take a risk?

"It's something I wrote for Mrs. Vadakin." (paragraph 4)

"What's in the envelope anyway" (paragraph 3)

"Something you wrote, like an essay?" (paragraph 5)

"May I play this right now?" (paragraph 15)

In paragraph 2 of the story "Avery's Gift," the most likely reason the author uses the metaphor "a viper in her hand" is to-

emphasize the strength of Avery's fear

suggest that Avery's concern is legitimate

call attention to the unusual nature of Avery's gift

suggest that Avery's gift may have a shocking result

Read this paragraph from the article "Chicken of the Sea Is So Wacky- Of Course It was Created by Kids." Inspired by Thi Bui, the illustrator of one of his favorite books, four-year-old Ellison Nguyen decided to write his own book titled Chicken of the Sea. The book is about three chickens who go on an adventure. Ellison's father helped him write the story, and Thi Bui helped her son Hien draw the pictures. Which idea should be included in this paragraph to create a complete summary of the article?

While the book had no particular message for the reader, it included a happy ending.

Hien's mom gave him advice on how to draw pictures during the weekends.

Viet Nguyen enjoyed working with his son on the book.

Ellison said his story idea just came to him after he met Thi Bui.

What is the most likely reason the author includes the details in paragraph 2 of the article "Chicken of the Sea is so Wacky- of Course it was Created by Kids"?

to provide information about the book the author is discussing

to show the reason why so many people contributed to the book

to support the illustrations that are shown from the book

to emphasize that the write of the book is a young boy

Which conclusion about the creative process in the article "Chicken of the Sea is So Wacky- of Course it was Created by Kids" is DIFFERENT from the conclusion about the creative process in the story "Avery's Gift"?

Children are less likely to overthink ideas than adults.

Children are proud after they finish a project.

Adults provide professional help with a project.

Adults appreciate the work of children.

The story "Avery's Gift" and the article "Chicken of the Sea is so Wacky- of Course it was Created by Kids" are SIMILAR because-

they both demonstrate the benefits of working together as a team

they both show that adult guidance is critical for children to succeed

they both explain why artists are something reluctant to share their work

they both reveal that children and adults generally think in similar ways

Which sentence best describes how the tone in the story "Avery's Gift" DIFFERES from the tone in the article "Chicken of the Sea is so Wacky- of Course it was Created by Kids"?

The tone of the story is anxious, while the tone of the article is positive.

The tone of the story is disapproving, while the tone of the article is admiring.

The tone of the story is comforting, while the tone of the article is humorous.

The tone of the story is curious, while the tone of the article is thoughtful.

Avery's Gift Chicken of the Sea STAAR practice

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Avery bring as a gift for Mrs. Vadakin's retirement?

A composition of piano music.

A bouquet of flowers.

A collection of cards and gifts.

A batch of cookies.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Avery feeling doubtful about her gift?

She thought the music room was not decorated well.

She believed she should have brought something other than music.

She was unsure if the cookies and punch were enough.

She was worried that the balloons and flowers were too much.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who helped Avery with the composition?

Her teacher, Mrs. Vadakin.

Her friend, Danielle.

Her father, a professional composer.

She composed it all by herself.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Avery feel after finishing the music piece with her father?

Confused and uncertain.

Embarrassed and shy.

Flushed with accomplishment.

Disappointed and regretful.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique gift did Avery have for Mrs. Vadakin?

A picture book

A melody she wrote

A story about farm chickens

A drawing

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Avery feel when Mrs. Vadakin played her melody?

Embarrassed and proud

Indifferent and bored

Confused and surprised

Angry and resentful

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the story of "Chicken of the Sea" about?

A boy meeting his favorite illustrator

Farm chickens starting an adventure with a rat pirate

A multi-generational collaboration on a project

Chickens laying eggs and going to sleep

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

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Avery's Gift Chicken of the Sea STAAR practice

What did Avery bring as a gift for Mrs. Vadakin's retirement?

Why was Avery feeling doubtful about her gift?

Who helped Avery with the composition?

How did Avery feel after finishing the music piece with her father?

What unique gift did Avery have for Mrs. Vadakin?

How did Avery feel when Mrs. Vadakin played her melody?

What is the story of "Chicken of the Sea" about?

Who created "Chicken of the Sea"?

How old was Ellison Nguyen when he wrote and drew his own picture book?

Who helped the author with the story by providing pointers like the background or posture of the character?

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