Analyzing STAAR Questions

Identify the key details in the following passage: 'The sun was shining brightly, birds were chirping, and children were playing in the park.'

• moon shining brightly, birds chirping, children playing in the park

• sun shining brightly, birds chirping, children playing in the park

• rain pouring down, birds flying, children sleeping in the park

• clouds covering the sun, birds singing, children studying in the park

What conclusion can you draw from the statement: 'The sky turned dark, and thunder rumbled in the distance'?

• A rainbow is forming

• The sky is clear and sunny

• Aliens are invading

• A storm is approaching.

Based on the character's actions, make an inference about how they are feeling: 'She slammed the door and stomped up the stairs.'

• She is feeling happy.

• She is feeling calm.

• She is feeling excited.

• She is feeling angry or frustrated.

Analyze the text structure of the paragraph: 'First, we gathered all the materials. Then, we followed the instructions step by step. Finally, we admired our finished project.'

• Alphabetical

• Random

• Categorical

• Sequential

What is the author's purpose in writing the passage: 'To inform readers about the importance of recycling'?

• To entertain readers with fictional stories about recycling

• To confuse readers about the benefits of recycling

• To persuade readers to stop recycling

• To inform readers about the importance of recycling

Identify the key details in the following passage: 'The cat had bright green eyes, a fluffy tail, and a loud purr.'

• blue eyes, bushy tail, soft meow

• red eyes, long tail, aggressive growl

• bright green eyes, fluffy tail, loud purr

• yellow eyes, short tail, quiet purr

What conclusion can you draw from the statement: 'The main character smiled and waved goodbye as the train pulled away from the station'?

• The main character was angry at the train

• The main character was sad

• The main character was leaving the station.

• The main character missed the train

Based on the character's actions, make an inference about how they are feeling: 'He paced back and forth, running his hands through his hair.'

• Anxious or stressed

• Calm or relaxed

• Confused or lost

• Excited or energized

Analyze the text structure of the paragraph: 'At first, we were excited. Then, we encountered some challenges. Finally, we celebrated our success.'

• Problem-solution

• Cause and effect

• Compare and contrast

• Chronological

What is the author's purpose in writing the passage: 'To persuade readers to volunteer at the local animal shelter'?

• To persuade readers to volunteer at the local animal shelter

• To criticize readers for not volunteering at the local animal shelter

• To entertain readers with fictional stories about animals

• To inform readers about the history of animal shelters