Reading STAAR practice

What is an inference in reading?

• A statement that summarizes the main idea of the text.

• A conclusion drawn by the reader based on evidence and reasoning from the text.

• A question that the reader asks while reading.

• A prediction about what will happen next in the story.

What is the main idea of a text?

• The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey to the reader.

• The main idea is the title of the text.

• The main idea is a summary of the text's conclusion.

• The main idea is the author's opinion on a topic.

What is a narrative?

• A narrative is a type of poem that expresses emotions.

• A narrative is a story that tells about a series of events, often involving characters and a plot.

• A narrative is a factual report of events without any storytelling elements.

• A narrative is a visual representation of data.

What does it mean when a reader is asked to find information in a specific part of a text?

• It means the reader should look for details or evidence that support the main idea or answer a question within that section.

• It means the reader should summarize the entire text in their own words.

• It means the reader should ignore that section and focus on the conclusion.

• It means the reader should analyze the author's writing style in that part.

What is a theme in literature?

• A theme is the underlying message or lesson that can be derived from a story or text.

• A theme is the main character's journey throughout the story.

• A theme is the setting where the story takes place.

• A theme is the sequence of events that make up the plot.

What does 'context' refer to in reading comprehension?

• The main idea of the text

• The circumstances or background information surrounding a text that helps the reader understand its meaning.

• The author's personal opinion about the topic

• The conclusion drawn from the text

What does it mean to make a prediction while reading?

• To guess what will happen next in the story based on clues and information provided in the text.

• To summarize the main idea of the text.

• To analyze the characters and their motivations.

• To evaluate the author's writing style and techniques.

What is the purpose of a selection in reading?

• To entertain the reader with humor

• To convey information, tell a story, or explain a concept to the reader.

• To provide a summary of the text

• To confuse the reader with complex language

What does it mean to analyze a text?

• To summarize the text's main points.

• To examine it closely to understand its structure, meaning, and the author's purpose.

• To read the text quickly for general understanding.

• To critique the text based on personal opinions.

What are supporting details in a text?

• Supporting details are the main ideas of a text.

• Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

• Supporting details are the conclusions drawn from the text.

• Supporting details are the titles and headings of a text.