STAAR Inference and Evidence Quiz 1

Read the following sentence: "The sky was a deep, dark blue, and the stars twinkled like diamonds." What can you infer about the time of day?

• It is early morning.

• It is nighttime.

• It is midday.

• It is late afternoon.

In the story, a character is described as having a "heavy heart" after hearing some news. What can you infer about the character's feelings?

• The character is happy.

• The character is sad.

• The character is angry.

• The character is excited.

A character in a book is always seen carrying an umbrella, even on sunny days. What can you infer about the character?

• The character likes rain.

• The character is cautious.

• The character dislikes the sun.

• The character is forgetful.

The text states, "The leaves crunched under her feet as she walked." What season can you infer it is?

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

• Winter

A character in a story is described as "having a spring in his step" after receiving a letter. What can you infer about the contents of the letter?

• The letter contained bad news.

• The letter was a bill.

• The letter contained good news.

• The letter was a reminder.

In a story, a character is seen shivering and rubbing their arms. What can you infer about the weather?

• It is hot.

• It is cold.

• It is raining.

• It is windy.

The text describes a garden with "wilted flowers and dry soil." What can you infer about the garden's condition?

• The garden is well-maintained.

• The garden is neglected.

• The garden is flourishing.

• The garden is new.

A character in a story is described as "biting their nails" while waiting for a phone call. What can you infer about the character's emotional state?

• The character is relaxed.

• The character is nervous.

• The character is bored.

• The character is sleepy.

The text states, "The dog wagged its tail furiously as its owner approached." What can you infer about the dog's feelings?

• The dog is scared.

• The dog is angry.

• The dog is happy.

• The dog is tired.

In a story, a character is described as "having a lump in their throat" during a speech. What can you infer about the character's feelings?

• The character is confident.

• The character is emotional.

• The character is indifferent.

• The character is distracted.