"Encanto" STAAR Lit Questions

• A. To emphasize the beautiful architecture of the home

• B. To insinuate that the house is alive

• C. To establish the meter of the song

• D. To highlight the singer’s love for home renovations

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2. What is the function of the song: “Welcome to the Family Madrigal”?

• F. It is an autobiographical description of Mirabela

• G. To insinuate that the house is alive

• H. It establishes the exposition of the story

• J. It sets the tone for the rest of the film

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• A. She is going to be the most magical member of the family

• B. She has no gift and is trying to hide that fact throughout the film

• C. She is fantastical and magical in her own way

• D. She is only magical by association

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4. The song “Waiting on a Miracle”--

• F. introduces Mirabel’s jealousy towards her family.

• G. illustrates the conflict of the film.

• H. solidifies that the Madrigals don’t love Mirabel.

• J. challenges the idea that Mirabel is gift-less.

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5. After the song “Surface Pressure”, one can infer that Luisa is not happy about her role in La Familia Madrigal because

• A. She is uncomfortable with her body image.

• B. She feels overburdened meeting expectations.

• C. She is not given the opportunity to experience joy.

• D. She fears that her family will disown her.

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6. What does the description of the weather in the first verse in “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” reveal about the family’s perception of Bruno?

• F. The family treasures his ability to change the weather.

• G. The family fears Bruno’s abilities.

• H. The family sees Bruno as a nuisance.

• J. The family doesn’t talk about Bruno.

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7. What can the reader conclude about Bruno based on the description in Camilo’s verse of “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”?

• A. Bruno is handsome.

• B. Bruno is intimidating.

• C. Bruno has rabies.

• D. Bruno has a strong relationship with rats.

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8. What is the overall theme in “What Else Can I Do?”

• F. Internal strength is superior to beauty.

• G. One must challenge authority to succeed.

• H. We’re all in this together.

• J. Follow your own path.

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• A. Concealing her true self

• B. Content with her reputation

• C. Frustrated with her ability of imperfection

• D. Proud of her perfection

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10. Which line in "What Else Can I Do?" describes a shift in Isabella's attitude towards her sister, Mirabel?

• F. “I just made something unexpected / Something sharp, something new”

• G. “I wanna feel the shiver of something new / I'm so sick of pretty, I want something true, don't you?”

• H. “The way is clearer 'cause you're here, and well / I owe this all to you”

• J. “All I know are the blossoms you grow (Whoa) / But it's awesome to see how you rise”

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