WorksheetsMonday, May 9th, 2022
Total questions: 118
Worksheet time: 4hrs 56mins
In 2012, a group of scientists were exploring a rain forest in South America when, all of the sudden, they heard a familiar noise. It was the sound of frogs! When they shined their flashlights in the direction of the noise and found a tiny frog, the frog had large eyes and bright-green colored skin. However, it had one very interesting feature. The skin on its belly was so clear that the scientists could see its organs! Because it had transparent skin, the scientists knew it was a type of glass frog. They had never observed a frog like this in their previous research. “It was amazing,” said Charles Austin, one of the researchers who discovered the frog. “We had a feeling this was a species new to science.”
The author’s purpose in writing the paragraph above is to--
explain why glass frogs have certain features.
describe how scientists discovered a new species of frog.
convince readers to help protect the glass frog’s environment.
entertain the reader with fun facts about glass frogs.
Head lice can happen to anyone. It is not a sign of poor hygiene. Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They hatch from small eggs, called nits, which are attached to the base of a person’s hair. The nit is small and white and attaches about ¼ inch from the scalp on the hair. The eggs hatch in seven to ten days, with new louse reaching adulthood in about two weeks. The female louse can live 20 to 30 days and lay 6 to 10 eggs per day.
Prevention is the key word in the control of head lice in school, and the schools need parents’ help. They ask that parents check their child’s head over the ears and at the base of the neck each week. Parents and children should watch for nonstop itching, because it is a good sign that something is wrong. Head lice are transmitted in a number of ways, not only by physical contact. Parents should teach their children not to borrow combs, brushes, ribbons or head covers. If spending the night away from home, kids should take their own sleeping bag and pillow.
The author’s purpose in writing the second paragraph in the selection above is to--
explain to the reader how to get rid of head lice if a child has them.
inform the reader about head lice and how they spread within human hair.
provide the reader with ways to prevent the spreading of head lice.
describe to the reader how head lice can impact a child’s health.
In 2012, a group of scientists were exploring a rainforest in South America when, all of the sudden, they heard a familiar noise. It was the sound of frogs! When they shined their flashlights in the direction of the noise and found a tiny frog, the frog had large eyes and bright-green colored skin. However, it had one very interesting feature. The skin on its belly was so clear that the scientists could see its organs! Because it had transparent skin, the scientists knew it was a type of glass frog. They had never observed a frog like this in their previous research. “It was amazing,” said Charles Austin, one of the researchers who discovered the frog. “We had a feeling this was a species new to science.”
In the paragraph above, the word transparent means --
fragile
green
slippery
clear
Mario had been feeding him all the things he liked himself, but now it occurred to him that what was good for a boy might not be right for a cricket. So he made up his mind to take the matter to an expert. Late one afternoon, Mario cleaned up the cricket cage and took Chester the cricket to Mr. Fong's pet shop.
Read the dictionary definition for the word matter.
Which definition best fits the way the word matter is used in paragraph 1?
Definition 1
Definition 2
Definition 3
Definition 4
Although orangutans live a solitary life, an orangutan couple with their young can sometimes been seen together feeding on fruit, especially wild figs. Every evening, the orangutan makes a nest out of leaves. The nest looks like a soft platform and is often placed in a tall tree. To protect itself from rain and sun, the orangutan puts large leaves on its head. Sometimes it winds leaves completely around its head and neck. Orangutans make some of the most interesting noises of all apes. They grunt and smack their lips together. Occasionally, an orangutan will make a sound similar to a lion’s roar.
Which idea from the paragraph above expresses an opinion?
Orangutans make nests out of leaves to protect themselves from the sun.
Orangutans make some of the most interesting noises of all apes.
Orangutans make a sound similar to a lion’s roar.
Orangutans live a solitary life.
Adriana fell onto the bed exhausted. Her first day in the new neighborhood had been stressful. There was the work of unpacking all her stuff. There were the stares from the neighbors. Now she just needed to get some sleep, but the next day was going to be even worse. It was the first day of school! She turned out the light, punched the pillow a handful of times, and looked up at the ceiling. She stared. “Oh, no--not again,” she thought to herself. When her clock showed midnight, she turned over on her back. The next time she looked, it was 1 a.m., then 2 a.m. “Perfect. I'll definitely make an impression on the kids in the cafeteria tomorrow, especially if I fall asleep face down in my soup! I'll bet they haven't seen that before.”
Adriana is most likely worried about --
falling asleep face down in her soup.
making friends in her new neighborhood and school.
getting enough sleep.
whether or not she will finish unpacking before it’s time to go to bed.
Have you ever wondered how we know about people who
lived in a long time ago? If people didn't leave behind any
written records, how do we know which languages they spoke, the type of food they ate, or what they wore for clothing? One of the methods we have for learning about the people who lived long ago is through archaeology. Archaeology is the study of past life through things that have been left behind. An archaeologist might discover jewelry, tools, or the bones of a human body! Each finding is like the piece to a puzzle. The archaeologist works to put these pieces together and create an idea of what life was like in ancient times.
The author may have included this picture in order to--
provide an example of an the types of artifacts found by archaeologists.
prove how talented people were in ancient times at creating and designing pottery.
to show the type of clothing ancient people wore many years ago.
to show how archaeologists rebuild artifacts by putting together pieces back together.
"We need limits," said one parent in Dallas, Texas. He believes some books do not belong in school libraries. Many people say that books which have violence or bad words shouldn't be in schools. Some parents want the Hunger Games books removed because they include violence and adult themes. Some people say that parents know what is best for their kids and that they should have the right to decide which books should or should not be allowed in school libraries. Books should meet certain requirements before they are put in schools. If a book is not good for all kids, it should not be in a school library. Most parents don't have time to find out everything their kids are reading. They should be able to trust schools to do that for them.
What is the main idea of the selection above?
Parents trust schools to use books that are good for kids.
Books available in school libraries should contain material that is kid-friendly.
Hunger Games books should be removed from schools because they contain violence.
Parents should be able to decide which books are available in school libraries.
Do you know where the hamburger originated? In 2007, a heated argument began among three states over the history of the hamburger. In Texas, lawmaker Betty Brown proposed a bill declaring that Athens, Texas was home of the hamburger. Then Wisconsin jumped in. State Representative Tom Wilson argued that Seymour, Wisconsin, was the place where the famous sandwich was vert cooked up. The owners of Louis' Lunch in New Haven, Connecticut, joined the debate as well. Established in 1895, the restaurant maintained its claim as the burger birthplace. “It's a well-known and established fact that New Haven is the home of the hamburger,” said New Haven Mayor John DeStefano Jr.
After reading the selection above, the reader can conclude that--
the hamburger originated in New Haven, Connecticut.
the hamburger was first created in Texas
Tom Wilson created the first hamburger in Wisconsin.
It is unclear where the hamburger was first invented.
Mountains and plains,
Allare captured by the snow--
Nothing remains.
Winter solitude--
In a world of one color
The sound of wind.
No sky at all;
No earth at all--and still
The snowflakes fall…
The snow is melting
And the village is flooded
With children.
Why does the author say the village is “flooded with children” in the final stanza of this poem?
To show that the snow is melting into water and flooding the streets.
to show that the snow is finally melting and children are coming outside to play.
to show that children are coming out into the streets to play in the snow.
Michael kicked the pile of leaves he had just finished raking in frustration. “Aw man, I’m never going to make it to the movies tonight,” he whined. As he started to tear up from anger, he looked over to his neighbor’s house. Teresa, a girl from school, happened to be outside, planting flowers. “Hey Teresa, what are you up to?” Michael asked, walking over to her yard. “Ugh, trying to plant these flowers as quickly as possible so I can go to the dance tonight.” Michael laughed and said, “I feel your pain. My uncle said that if I can’t rake up the leaves in the yard, then I can’t go to the movies.” They both shook their heads in annoyance.
“Hey! Why don’t you finish helping me plant the flowers, and I’ll help you rake the leaves! That way, we can get our work done twice as fast and surely make it to our destination tonight.” Michael pondered this idea for a short period of time and then said, “My uncle always says, ‘Two heads are better than one!’ Great thinking, Teresa!” Together, the two of them planted many flowers in the garden, then jetted over to Michael’s yard and raked up the leaves in record time. “Thank you so much for your help,” Michael yelled as he made his way inside to grab his wallet and head out the door.
What is the main message of the passage?
Take shortcuts to get what you need in life.
Teamwork can get the job done faster.
Working together is always important.
Always show your friends how thankful you are.
Michael kicked the pile of leaves he had just finished raking in frustration. “Aw man, I’m never going to make it to the movies tonight,” he whined. As he started to tear up from anger, he looked over to his neighbor’s house. Teresa, a girl from school, happened to be outside, planting flowers. “Hey Teresa, what are you up to?” Michael asked, walking over to her yard. “Ugh, trying to plant these flowers as quickly as possible so I can go to the dance tonight.” Michael laughed and said, “I feel your pain. My uncle said that if I can’t rake up the leaves in the yard, then I can’t go to the movies.” They both shook their heads in annoyance.
“Hey! Why don’t you finish helping me plant the flowers, and I’ll help you rake the leaves! That way, we can get our work done twice as fast and surely make it to our destination tonight.” Michael pondered this idea for a short period of time and then said, “My uncle always says, ‘Two heads are better than one!’ Great thinking, Teresa!” Together, the two of them planted many flowers in the garden, then jetted over to Michael’s yard and raked up the leaves in record time. “Thank you so much for your help,” Michael yelled as he made his way inside to grab his wallet and head out the door.
Which sentence from the passage supports the theme?
They raked up the leaves in record time!
Thank you so much for your help!
Two heads are better than one!
Together, the two of them planted many flowers in the garden.
problem, issue, cause, since, consequently, therefore, as a result
similar, alike, same, both, just like, different, unlike, in contrast, on the other hand
before, in the beginning, to start, finally, during, in the middle, after
definition: clues in text that help the reader determine the meaning of a word
flashback
drawing conclusion
context clues
climax
definition: when the story goes back in time
flashback
resolution
foreshadow
suffix
definition: instructions for actors
dialogue
drama
narrator
stage directions
definition: literary work that is not real. It is usually made up.
poetry
nonfiction
fiction
drama
definition: sensory language in writing
onomatopoeia
imagery
personification
repetition
definition: speaker or the person who is telling the story
author
narrator
talker
reader
definition: the turning point of the story
climax
rising action
resolution
problem
definition: what a piece of writing is mainly about
thesis statement
detail
key idea
main idea
definition: a comparison of two unlike things without using like or as
imagery
simile
metaphor
similar
definition: the sequence of events in a story; the story outline
outline
conflict
chronological order
plot
definition: when and where the story takes place
setting
beginning
opening
time
definition: parts of a text that stand out (diagram, table of contents, etc)
table of contents
text features
illustrations
caption
definition: the reason a story is written– to persuade, inform, entertain or explain
main idea
theme
PIEE
author's purpose
definition: the perspective from which the story is told
point of view
narrator
first person
author
definition: the “paragraph” in a poem
stanza
lines
blank space/white space
definition: the central idea or message of a story
theme
key idea
main idea
supporting details
STAAR Question: How does the setting advance the plot?
What is this question asking you to do?
To choose the answer choice that explains how the setting of the story is causing the plot to move forward.
To choose the answer that shows how the character's actions are causing the plot of the story to move forward.
To choose the answer choice that shows how the mood is causing the plot of the story to move forward.
To choose the answer choice that explains how the conflict is causing the plot of the story to move forward.
STAAR Question: How does the setting influence the plot of a story?
How is influence being used in this sentence?
beginning
effect
determine
apply
STAAR Question: What is the significance of the crowd returning at lunchtime to watch Maniac?
How is the word "significance" being used in this sentence?
problem
synonynm
order
importance
STAAR Question: What is the most likely reason the poet used capitalization in line 6?
What skill are you being asked to use in this question?
correct usage of writing conventions
graphical or visual elements
theme
conflict
STAAR Question: How does the setting advance the plot?
What is this question asking you to do?
To choose the answer choice that explains how the setting of the story is causing the plot to move forward.
To choose the answer that shows how the character's actions are causing the plot of the story to move forward.
To choose the answer choice that shows how the mood is causing the plot of the story to move forward.
To choose the answer choice that explains how the conflict is causing the plot of the story to move forward.
STAAR Question: How does the setting influence the plot of a story?
How is influence being used in this sentence?
beginning
effect
determine
apply
STAAR Question: What is the significance of the crowd returning at lunchtime to watch Maniac?
How is the word "significance" being used in this sentence?
problem
synonynm
order
importance
STAAR Question: What is the most likely reason the poet used capitalization in line 6?
What skill are you being asked to use in this question?
correct usage of writing conventions
graphical or visual elements
theme
conflict
STAAR Question: Paragraph 7 mainly focuses on ----
What skill are you being asked to use for this question?
main idea
summary
conflict
context clues
STAAR Question: The author organizes this selection by ----
What skill are you being asked to use in this question?
main idea
text structure
conflict
supporting details
STAAR Question: Which sentence from the selection states an opinion?
Which two of the following strategies will help you determine the answer to this question?
Reread the entire selection and separate all facts from opinion.
Write a summary of the selection.
Read the answer choices and look for opinion words such as: definitely, obviously, clearly, unfair.
Read the answer choices and mark the opinions with 'O' and the facts with 'F' next to each answer choice
STAAR Question: What does the break between stanzas 2 and 3 help the poet convey?
What skill are you being asked to use in this question?
figurative language
theme
graphical elements
tone
STAAR Question: The abrupt dialogue in the poem helps convey the idea that the characters are ----
How is the word abrupt being used in this sentence?
short or choppy dialogue
long or expanded dialogue
STAAR Question: The playwright uses the sounds of rain and thunder throughout selection mainly to ----
What is a playwright?
author of a poem
author of nonfiction text
author of dramas
STAAR Question: The author begins and ends the selection with this idea in order to emphasize that ----
Which of the following is the best synonym for the word emphasize?
determine
conclude
point out
STAAR Question: What lesson does the narrator learn while spending time with her grandmother?
What skill are you being asked to use in this sentence?
main idea
theme
conflict
character motivation
STAAR Question: Which sentence from the blog entry is an example of stereotyping?
What is stereotyping?
being racist against someone
denying someone the same rights
making a general statement about a group of people that is usually untrue
a type of font being used
What is the action for the testing strategy 'P' in PROVS?
There may be more than one correct answer.
make a specific PAT list
highlight the key words in the questions
highlight the answers
make a short list of key words
What is the action for the testing strategy 'O' in PROVS?
There may be more than one correct answer.
eliminate all answer choices
eliminate the two ridiculous answers first to narrow your choices down to a 50-50 opportunity
eliminate the distractor by identifying the incorrect minor details
choose only the correct answer
What is the action in the testing strategy 'R' in PROVS?
read the passage carefully, annotate with #hashtags, and highlight ideas from the PAT list
read the passage quickly, annotate with #hashtags, and highlight ideas from the PAT list
read the passage after previewing the questions and annotate with #hashtags
read the passage
What is the action in the testing strategy 'V' in PROVS?
verify the answer in the passage
verify the answer in the passage by highlighting the question and writing Q1, Q2, Q3, etc.
verify the answer in the passage by highlighting the answer and writing Q1, Q2, Q3, etc.
verify the answer in the passage by writing Q1, Q2, Q3, etc.
What is the action for the testing strategy 'S' in PROVS?
There may be more than one correct answer.
write a general statement
write a specific statement to defend why my answer choice is right
write a specific statement to defend why the other choices are wrong
write a general statement of defense with a #hashtag
The long hike up to the mountains was grueling.
Using your context clues, which is a synonym for grueling?
loud
easy
tiring
short
Look at the following picture.
Based on the context clues, what does the word affable mean?
good-natured
hostile
conversational
favorable
Which of the following is included in a summary?
only important details supported by the text that follow the BME structure
only interesting details supported by the text that follow the BME structure
only supporting details supported by the text that follow the BME structure
only minor details supported by the text that follow the BME structure
What is a commonplace assertion?
a statement that can always be proven true
a statement of personal belief, feeling, or thought
a statement that many people assume true, but is not always true
a statement of defense by the answer choice
What is a claim?
a statement that be proven with text evidence
a statement that many people assume to be true, but is not always so
a statement of personal belief, feeling, or thought
a statement of defense by the answer choice
Where can you find the main idea in a passage?
in the last paragraph
in the passage
in the first paragraph
in the title
Which strategy will you use during the STAAR Reading?
Choose all that will help you master the STAAR.
Preview the question and create a PAT list
Read the passage carefully, annotate with #hashtags, and highlight ideas from the PAT list
Eliminate the ridiculous and the distracting answer choices with careful consideration
Verify your answer choices with textual evidence by highlight the answer and writing Q# by the word, phrase, or line
Write a statement or #hashtag carefully defending why your answer is correct or why the other choices are incorrect
What is an inference?
What the text directly says
Throwing a dart at your answers, seeing where it lands, and choosing the corresponding choice
An educated guess based on text evidence
Language whose meaning is different than what is literally stated
Which is the best main idea for this passage?
hundreds of years.
The author tried to persuade us to vote for Carl by telling about his ____.
Which text structure is used in the paragraph?
How does the author organize this paragraph?
possible solutions.
What skill are you being asked to use in this question?
Which one of the following strategies will help you determine the answer to this question?
What is a playwright?
What skill are you being asked to use in this sentence?
What is stereotyping?
What is the main idea?
When a STAAR reading question uses the words show, demonstrate, suggest, imply - the question is asking you to:
Cause and Effect
infer
compare and contrast
evidence
When analyzing test questions these words indicate that you need to find Author's Purpose.
Paragraph 4 was organized in what way?
The writer most likely included this sentence to ....
The meaning of the word ______ in paragraph 9 was . . . ...
