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WorksheetsReading STAAR 3
Total questions: 58
Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins
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1.
What is an alliteration?
a)
All of the above
b)
an action that's alliterate
c)
the occurrence of 3 or more words that rhyme with each other and are adjacent.
d)
the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.
2.
When two unlike things are being compared using like or as, it is called a
a)
simile
b)
hyperbole
c)
idiom
d)
metaphor
3.
An obvious and impossible exaggeration is:
a)
hyperbole
b)
simile
c)
idiom
d)
personification
4.
"My flowers were begging for water on the hot summer day" is an example of:
a)
antonym
b)
metaphor
c)
personification
d)
hyperbole
5.
A comparison of two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as' is:
a)
alliteration
b)
simile
c)
onomatopoeia
d)
metaphor
6.
When human qualities are given to nonliving objects is:
a)
alliteration
b)
onomatopoeia
c)
hyperbole
d)
personficiation
7.
What's the meaning of this hyperbole?
"Shawn would move mountains for Angela."
"Shawn would move mountains for Angela."
a)
Shawn and Angela like to climb mountains together.
b)
Shawn paints pictures of mountain scenes.
c)
Shawn would do anything for Angela.
d)
Angela is really pretty.
8.
If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
What is the main idea?
What is the main idea?
a)
Sometimes people feel sad.
b)
You should do good things for others.
c)
We're not always happy.
d)
There are many ways to make yourself feel better.
9.
A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been.
What is the theme?
What is the theme?
a)
Be honest.
b)
Don't be greedy.
c)
Always share your things with others.
d)
Be respectful to others.
10.
What the author wants you to learn and take away from the text is called the ________________
a)
central idea
b)
text evidence
c)
Theme, Lesson, or Moral
d)
main idea
11.
Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California." What is happening?
a)
Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
b)
Tim is taking a trip to visit peolpe he doesn't know.
c)
Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
d)
Tim is moving to California with his family.
12.
What is the main idea?
There are many types of lethal venom in the animal kingdom, but perhaps no stranger carrier than the platypus. The platypus is one of few venomous mammals. Males carry a venom cocktail in their ankle spurs that incapacitates victims with excruciating pain. Stranger still, the platypus is the only mammal that uses electroreception. What this means is that the platypus uses its bill to sense the electricity produced by the muscular movements of its prey. The platypus neither sees, hears, nor smells its prey while hunting but, rather, pursues it through electroreception. Perhaps most odd, the platypus is the only mammal that lays eggs rather than giving birth to live young. The platypus is an odd creature indeed.
There are many types of lethal venom in the animal kingdom, but perhaps no stranger carrier than the platypus. The platypus is one of few venomous mammals. Males carry a venom cocktail in their ankle spurs that incapacitates victims with excruciating pain. Stranger still, the platypus is the only mammal that uses electroreception. What this means is that the platypus uses its bill to sense the electricity produced by the muscular movements of its prey. The platypus neither sees, hears, nor smells its prey while hunting but, rather, pursues it through electroreception. Perhaps most odd, the platypus is the only mammal that lays eggs rather than giving birth to live young. The platypus is an odd creature indeed.
a)
The platypus is an odd, poisonous creature.
b)
Platypus males have a poison ankle spur.
c)
Platypus can sense electricity
d)
None of these options
13.
The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.
a)
ate
b)
burned
c)
slept
d)
sunbathed
14.
When he didn’t understand the instructions, the student asked the teacher to clarify them.
a)
remove
b)
call
c)
explain
d)
stop
15.
Cold rain fell all day, making it a dismal Saturday afternoon.
a)
gloomy
b)
red
c)
shining
d)
fun
16.
When her kitten got stuck in trees, Laura put food out and spoke softly to COAX him to come down.
a)
never listen
b)
convince someone in a positive way
c)
grab something quickly
17.
John was bewildered when his new pet hamster that he thought was a boy had babies.
a)
happy
b)
confused
c)
afraid
d)
amused
18.
It seemed like an ordinary day when she got up that morning, but Lynda was about to embark on the worst day of her life. First, she fell in the bathtub because her mother forgot to rinse out the bath oil. Then she spilled orange juice on the outfit she had spent hours putting together for school pictures. When she changed, she messed up the French braid her mother had put in her hair. As she walked out the door, she dropped all of her school books and her math homework flew away. Once she made it to the car she thought everything would be all right. She was wrong; her father didn't look before he backed out of the driveway and ran into the neighbor’s truck. Lynda’s side of the car was damaged the most, and she ended up with a broken arm. That night, she cried herself to sleep.
a)
description
b)
cause and effect
c)
chronological
d)
problem and solution
19.
Because toys have become electronic devices, some children today are unable to entertain themselves. Gone are the days when children invented their own adventures and used sticks as swords. cookie sheets as armor, and refrigerator box as a fortress to defend. The electronic age has delivered children all sorts of gadgets and gizmos that are supposed to be realistic. Some toys even have buttons to push so prerecorded messages can be played to begin scripted adventures that require no imagination. No imagination? No wonder some children today have short attention spans.
a)
description
b)
cause and effect
c)
chronological
d)
problem and solution
20.
Several students receive poor grades on writing assignments, not because they lack the ability to communicate, but because they can not seem to manage their time when it comes to a large project. They do not know where to begin, and therefore put things off until the last minute. To solve this problem, students need to develop a timeline for completing the project. If they divide the assignment into manageable “chunks” or parts and then set a schedule for completing each part, they will be able to finish the entire project before the deadline. Without the pressure of not knowing where to begin, the students will be able to focus on the assignment and communicate their ideas effectively.
a)
description
b)
cause and effect
c)
compare and contrast
d)
problem and solution
21.
Although they are sisters, Jennifer and Jessica are complete opposites. Jennifer enjoys playing sports, while Jessica would rather watch. Jennifer has no interest in playing a musical instrument, while Jessica is the first chair violinist. Jennifer listens to new age music, while Jessica prefers country. Jennifer’s favorite subject is English, and Jessica’s favorite is math. Jennifer likes to curl up in a chair on a rainy day and read a good book , but Jessica would rather sleep all day. No one would ever guess that they are actually twins.
a)
description
b)
cause and effect
c)
compare and contrast
d)
chronological
22.
Lightning and thunder are related events. Lightning is a sudden, violent flash of electricity that occurs between a cloud and the ground or between two clouds in the sky. A lightning bolt can be several miles long and can be straight or forked. Lightning bolts are extremely hot. They have an average temperature of 20,000 degrees Celsius. Thunder is the sound that is caused by lightning. The heat from lightning causes the air to expand rapidly. This creates the sonic wave that we hear as thunder. The sound can be a loud crack or a slow rumble.
a)
description
b)
cause and effect
c)
compare and contrast
d)
problem and solution
23.
Tsunamis are very long waves in the ocean, sometime 100 miles long. Usually a tsunami starts suddenly. It will be as a normal wave, but quickly change into a very large, strong wave. The wave travels at a great speed across the ocean. Tsunamis can be very damaging when they come into contact with land. The can remove sand from beaches, destroy trees, damage houses, destroy entire towns, and take the lives of people.
a)
description
b)
cause and effect
c)
chronological
d)
compare and contrast
24.
It was a glorious morning in Alabama. The sun was shining through the trees. Alan couldn't wait to find his fishing pole and call his friend Sam to go fishing. They had a great time on these early morning fishing trips. They took their dogs with them and the dogs would swim in the lake while they fished. It was so funny to watch those dogs paddle around the lake.
a)
to inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
25.
The Underground Railroad was a secret organization which helped slaves escape to freedom. Many slaves were able to escape because of the conductors and station masters. The northern states were free states and slaves were free once they arrived in the north. Secret codes and signals were used to identify the conductors and station masters.
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
26.
Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder was born on February 7, 1867 in Pepin, Wisconsin to Charles and Caroline Ingalls. She met and married Almanzo James Wilder in 1885. She published many books based on her travels to the west. Her writing became the basis for the " Little House" series She died in 1957.
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
27.
Calligraphy is a form of handwriting . A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas , certificates and other awards are written in calligraphy. It is an interesting form of handwriting.
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
28.
Katina and her brother, Jess were playing with the water hose outside one day. Jess was hiding from Katina so she wouldn't squirt him with the water. The back door opened and Katina pointed the water hose toward the door. It was Mom and she was dripping wet!
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
29.
The giant panda is a bearlike animal that has thick white fur with black markings on its ears, limbs, shoulders, and around its eyes. The giant panda feeds on bamboo forests at high altitudes in western China. It also eats bulbs, roots, eggs, and some small mammals. The cubs are born in late winter. The giant panda is an endangered species and is protected by the Chinese government
a)
to Inform
b)
to Entertain
c)
to Persuade
30.
"The Moon ballooning in the sky"
What does the metaphor in the line suggest?
What does the metaphor in the line suggest?
a)
The Moon has a perfect shape
b)
The Moon appears to grow in size
c)
The Moon is brightly colored
d)
The Moon appears to move swiftly
31.
The meaning of the root "luna" helps the reader know that the word "lunar" refers to:
a)
space
b)
planets
c)
the Moon
d)
the Earth
32.
"Cold silence fell across the land."
What does the line most likely mean?
What does the line most likely mean?
a)
It became suddenly very quiet on the Moon
b)
The temperature dropped on the Moon
c)
It was cold on the spaceship going to the Moon
d)
The men talked quietly on the spaceship to the Moon
33.
The meaning of the prefix "trans-" helps the reader know that "transmission" means:
a)
communication above
b)
communication beneath
c)
communication before
d)
communication across
34.
Which word is a synonym for restore?
a)
react
b)
repair
c)
reflect
d)
relate
35.
Which word is a synonym for expanding?
a)
searching
b)
planning
c)
growing
d)
observing
36.
Which word is an antonym for soothe?
a)
relax
b)
agitate
c)
imitate
d)
trasform
37.
If there is a map what should you look at FIRST to answer a question related to the map?
a)
The paragraph before the map.
b)
The title and key for the map.
c)
The geographic locations on the map.
d)
The colors used for the map.
38.
If a question asks about a photograph then the answer will be directly taken from either what or what???
a)
The paragraph leading up or next to the photograph.
b)
You will have to use text evidence and background knowledge to figure it out.
c)
What you see in the picture and the caption below the picture.
d)
What you know about the picture from reading the passage.
39.
Subheadings or headings are included in Non-Fiction to let the reader know what?
a)
What they are going to read about in each section.
b)
The main idea of the entire selection.
c)
Interesting facts covered in the article.
d)
The theme of the article.
40.
When you see a timeline you should FIRST..
a)
Look at the title and date order
b)
Go search for the question over the timeline.
c)
Look at the things listed
d)
Just skip it and keep reading
41.
An Onomatopoeia is
a)
A word related to dramatical performances.
b)
A fun word to use with friends
c)
Sound words used in poetry or text "Boom!"
d)
A literary device used to get your attention
42.
Internal rhyme is...
a)
Used in poetry when two words in the same line rhyme.
b)
A poem that contains words that rhyme.
c)
In poetry when the character internalizes their feelings.
d)
I have no idea!
43.
Rhyme Scheme is ...
a)
A theme that a poetic wants to portray or show in poetry.
b)
Rhyming words used to convey a point in poetry.
c)
The use of alliteration in poetry.
d)
The pattern of rhyming in poetry. ex (AA, BB)
44.
Alliteration is used to create an image in the readers mind that supports the message of the poem. You can define it as...
a)
The same letter being repeated throughout a poem.
b)
A poem that focuses on animals and their characteristics.
c)
The first initial (beginning sound) of words next to eachother repeating.
d)
A word used for figurative language used in text.
45.
Repetition in poetry is...
a)
A strategic way to create a musical feel.
b)
repeating words or phrases to emphasize a feeling or idea, create rhythm, and/or develop a sense of urgency.
c)
Tells you what the characters are thinking in poetry.
d)
Creates the theme, lesson, or moral in poetry.
46.
Symbolism in poetry can be defined as...
a)
· Poets use something to represent something else (ex- Eagle for freedom)
b)
The poem is shaped to support the title.
c)
A poetic device that uses metaphors to compare.
d)
A poem that does not rhyme
47.
A concrete poem uses differing line lengths to create
a)
A shape to the poem that is related to the title or main idea.
b)
A poem that you can touch and feel
c)
A poem that 5 stanzas long
d)
A poem that has a specific number of syllables and lines.
48.
A play is ...
a)
A script that you read to perform
b)
A place where actors perform on stage.
c)
Another name for drama where actors perform and act out a story on stage.
d)
A specific type of genre.
49.
When you are talking about author's purpose it's..
a)
The central idea that the author has about a topic.
b)
A general term for main idea.
c)
None of these
d)
The reason the author wrote the text. It ties into the theme, lesson, or moral and main idea.
50.
If the text is a fictional story then the main purpose is to...
a)
Entertain
b)
Inform
c)
Express
d)
Description
51.
Stage directions are written in italics, brackets, or parenthesis to..
a)
Give the reader an idea of what the theme, lesson or moral is to the play.
b)
Lines that actors read on stage.
c)
Tell the actors where to go on stage and what kind of expression, body language, or actions to do. They also help a person reading understand what the actors would be doing on stage.
d)
Part of the script where the narrator is reading.
52.
the main idea that runs through your story, or lesson that is learned.
a)
theme
b)
infer
c)
paraphrase
d)
contradictory
53.
An opinion that is reached by thinking about what you have read or heard.
a)
conclusion
b)
inference
c)
generalization
d)
theme
54.
A poem that does NOT follow a regular rhyme scheme or rhythm
a)
free verse
b)
rhyming
c)
haiku
d)
formal
55.
The author's or speaker's attitude toward the subject of the poem
a)
tone
b)
mood
c)
simile
d)
theme
56.
Position or perspective from which a story is told
a)
conclusion
b)
genre
c)
message
d)
point of view
57.
The prefix in and im are added to the beginning of a word to change the meaning to...
a)
not
b)
undo
c)
redo
d)
again
58.
What is the BEST strategy to determine the theme, lesson or moral?
a)
Look at what the main character learns and how they change to determine what the author wants you to know.
b)
Look at the answer choices and think about what makes sense.
c)
Think mostly about your life and how it applies.
d)
Just choose C!
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