STAAR REVIEW: FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE

What does the personification in paragraph 7 suggest about Miguel's perspective of his tree house?

• A. Miguel feels the tree house is dangerous and in need of repair.

• B. Miguel views the tree house as a neglected and forgotten space.

• C. Miguel appreciates the natural decorations the tree house has acquired.

• D. Miguel is inspired to clean and restore the tree house to its former glory.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

The metaphor used in paragraph 4 to describe Miguel's house as "a zoo" is meant to convey:

• A. The large number of pets Miguel's family owns.

• B. The chaotic and disorderly atmosphere in Miguel's home.

• C. Miguel's desire to escape the confinement of his house.

• D. The excitement created by the activities happening in his house simultaneously.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The hyperbole in paragraph 3 about the volume of the movie is used to:

• A. Emphasize the volume of the noise and distraction Miguel is experiencing.

• B. Suggest that Miguel's sister Golda is intentionally trying to annoy him.

• C. Foreshadow Miguel's eventual decision to leave the house and find peace.

• D. Highlight Miguel's confusion about the imaginary sounds in the house.

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CCSS.L.11-12.5A

In paragraph 5, what does the word "wailing" imply about Roque's bagpipe playing?

• A) Roque is a skilled musician.

• B) Roque's playing is unpleasant to Miguel.

• C) Roque is trying to impress his family.

• D) Roque is practicing for a performance.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

How does the alliteration found in "a clowder of cats clashing" contribute to the text's overall message or theme?

• A. It creates a humorous tone that contrasts with the frustration Miguel feels.

• B. It emphasizes the frenzied and disorganized environment in Miguel's home.

• C. It suggests that Miguel has a poetic and imaginative way of perceiving the world.

• D. It foreshadows the eventual resolution of the conflict between Miguel and his family.

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TEKS.ELA.E1.6B

TEKS.ELA.3.10D

TEKS.ELA.CW.4A

What is the implied meaning behind the phrase "Mother Nature had redecorated the tree house with a layer of dust and grime" as used in the text?

• A. The tree house has become overgrown and unkempt, reflecting Miguel's own neglect of the space.

• B. The tree house has been transformed into a more natural and serene environment, appealing to Miguel.

• C. The tree house has been damaged by the elements, making it an undesirable and unsafe place to visit.

• D. The tree house has been adorned with beautiful natural decorations, sparking Miguel's nostalgia for his childhood.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

7. The term "punished" in paragraph 2 is used as...

• 7. A. a metaphor to convey the intense discomfort Miguel experiences from the sounds

• 7. B. as personification to suggest the sounds are actively harming Miguel's ears

• 7. C. as hyperbole to describe Miguel's negative reaction to his brother's bagpipe playing

• 7. D. as irony to highlight the contrast between the intended music and its unpleasant effect

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Analyze how the author's use of sensory details in the paragraph 1 contributes to the overall mood and setting of the passage.

• A)The vivid sounds create a chaotic and overwhelming auditory environment, contributing to a tense and agitated mood.

• B)The onomatopoeia helps to immerse the reader in a peaceful and serene setting.

• C)The sensory details highlight the musical and harmonious nature of the sounds, creating a joyful and lighthearted mood.

• D)The lack of specific sensory details leaves the setting and mood ambiguous, allowing the reader to interpret them freely.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

What is Roque doing in his bedroom?

• A)Listening to music

• B)Playing video games

• C)Practicing his bagpipes

• D)Talking on the phone

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the overall setting of this story?

• A. In a tree house

• B. In a bedroom

• C. In a living room

• D. In Miguel's house

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5