Reading 3rd Grade STAAR Review 2017/First three Passages

Front

Which of Mrs. Snavin’s actions helps the reader visualize why Jake is embarrassed?

Back

She said it so loud that every kid in the classroom stopped and turned to look at us, just in time to see Mrs. Snavin pat me on the top of my head like I was a nice little poodle or something.

Answer explanation

This action vividly illustrates Jake's embarrassment as Mrs. Snavin's loud comment draws the attention of the entire class, making him feel small and ridiculed, especially with the patronizing gesture of patting his head.

Front

Paragraph 6 is important to the development of the plot because it is where —

Back

Jake’s problem begins

Answer explanation

Paragraph 6 is crucial as it marks the moment when Jake’s problem begins, setting the stage for the subsequent events in the plot. This establishes the conflict that drives the story forward.

Front

Jake’s interaction with his teacher shows that he —

Back

does not like attention

Answer explanation

Jake's interaction with his teacher indicates he prefers to avoid the spotlight, as he seems uncomfortable with attention. This aligns with the choice that he does not like attention, rather than seeking to be a favorite or needing help.

Front

What does Jake learn in this story?

Back

Offer help to people whenever they clearly need it.

Answer explanation

In the story, Jake learns the importance of offering help to those in need, as it can lead to positive outcomes and strengthen connections with others.

Front

Read paragraph 8 from the story. Why does Jake think he’s made a mistake?

Back

Mrs. Snavin continues to praise him in front of the class.

Answer explanation

Jake thinks he made a mistake because Mrs. Snavin continues to praise him in front of the class, which likely makes him feel uncomfortable or embarrassed about the attention.

Front

What does Jake mean when he says he is “saved by the bell”?

Back

Jake can now leave the awkward situation behind.

Answer explanation

When Jake says he is 'saved by the bell,' he means he can escape an uncomfortable situation, allowing him to leave the awkwardness behind.

Front

What is the best summary of the story? (Important events that happened from the beginning, middle, and end)

Back

Jake helps Mrs. Snavin use the computer. When Mrs. Snavin announces that Jake has helped her, he worries what the other students are thinking.

Answer explanation

The correct choice summarizes the key event where Jake helps Mrs. Snavin with the computer, highlighting his concern about his classmates' opinions, which captures the story's main conflict and character development.

Front

Expert (as used in paragraph 9)

Back

is highly skilled

Answer explanation

In paragraph 9, 'expert' refers to someone who is highly skilled in a particular area. This aligns with the correct choice, as it emphasizes proficiency and mastery, distinguishing it from the other options.

Front

What type of text is this? Options: Fiction, Nonfiction, Realistic Fiction, Science Fiction

Back

Nonfiction

Answer explanation

The text is classified as nonfiction because it presents factual information rather than a narrative or imaginative story, distinguishing it from fiction, realistic fiction, and science fiction.

Front

Which sentence best states the main idea of the selection?
Options: All this information was available because of the microchip that had been placed under Scrub’s skin many years earlier., Microchips have helped thousands of owners get their lost pets back., However, thanks to her microchip, Roxy was soon returned to her grateful owner., However, tags and collars can fall off or become difficult to read.

Back

Microchips have helped thousands of owners get their lost pets back.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights the broader impact of microchips, emphasizing their role in reuniting lost pets with their owners, which aligns with the main idea of the selection.