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STAAR Bootcamp: Word Whack Informational Selection

Authored by Abby Hightower

English

9th Grade

CCSS covered

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STAAR Bootcamp: Word Whack Informational Selection
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1.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

A hail storm or even rain can _______ construction work.

Description: This word means to stop, prevent, or block from achieving a goal

2.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

In 1903, many people thought cars were an unreliable _______.

Description: This is something unusual and is often seen as temporary.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

3.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

The challenges of the trip showed that long-distance car travel was _______ in 1903.

Description: This refers to something that is not sensible or realistic.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

4.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Dr. Jackson’s belief in the trip’s success showed his _______ about the difficult journey.

Description: This refers to a hopeful or positive attitude about the future.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

5.

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2 mins • 2 pts

Automakers offered to _________ Jackson’s trip, but he declined.

Description: This is the act of providing financial or logistical support.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

6.

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2 mins • 2 pts

Dr. Jackson agreed to a $50 ________ to prove cars could handle long distances.

Description: This is a bet or challenge that someone accepts; it involves money or a reward.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

7.

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2 mins • 2 pts

The raods were made of dirt, sand, or gravel, but the driver wished they were _______ so travel could be easier.

Description: This word has multiple meanings. It can mean a piece of ground covered with concrete, asphalt, or bricks. It also means to make progress easier or prepare for future developments.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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