STAAR Supporting Responses with Text Evidence

Read the following passage: "The sun was setting, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. The children played in the park, their laughter echoing through the air." What can you infer about the time of day?

• It is early morning.

• It is late afternoon.

• It is midnight.

• It is noon.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

In the story, "The Lost Puppy," the main character searches for her missing dog. Which sentence from the text best supports the idea that she is determined to find her pet?

• "She sat on the porch, feeling sad."

• "She made posters and put them up all over the neighborhood."

• "She watched TV all afternoon."

• "She went to bed early."

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which detail from the text supports the conclusion that the character is brave?

• "He hid behind the tree, trembling."

• "He faced the dragon with a steady gaze."

• "He ran away as fast as he could."

• "He decided to stay home."

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

What evidence from the text suggests that the weather was cold?

• "The sun was shining brightly."

• "The flowers were blooming."

• "She wrapped her scarf tightly around her neck."

• "The birds were singing."

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

In the article about recycling, which sentence supports the idea that recycling helps the environment?

• "Recycling can be a fun activity for families."

• "Recycling reduces the amount of waste in landfills."

• "Recycling requires sorting materials."

• "Recycling is a process that takes time."

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Which piece of evidence from the text shows that the character is feeling anxious?

• "She smiled and waved at her friends."

• "Her hands were shaking as she opened the letter."

• "She laughed at the joke."

• "She sang her favorite song."

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What evidence from the passage indicates that the setting is in a forest?

• "The city lights were bright and dazzling."

• "The sound of waves crashing was soothing."

• "Tall trees surrounded them, and the ground was covered in leaves."

• "The desert stretched out for miles."

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which sentence from the text supports the idea that the character is a good friend?

• "He ignored his friend's call."

• "He helped his friend with homework every day."

• "He forgot his friend's birthday."

• "He went on vacation alone."

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What detail from the story supports the conclusion that the character is adventurous?

• "She stayed home and read a book."

• "She traveled to a new country by herself."

• "She watched a movie about adventures."

• "She played video games all day."

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which evidence from the text shows that the character is hardworking?

• "He slept in every day."

• "He completed all his chores before noon."

• "He watched TV all evening."

• "He left his room messy."

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3