What did Cheval say about achieving success?

"If you are courageous, persistent, and hardworking, you are sure to succeed."

"You need to be wealthy to succeed."

"Formal education is the key to success."

What did Yacouba Sawadogo fill the holes (zaï) with?

Cattle manure, leaves, and organic material

What is the main benefit of zaï farming according to Sawadogo?

It helps to catch and hold more water

It increases the soil temperature

It reduces the need for fertilizers

It speeds up the growth of plants

What was the result of Sawadogo's zaï farming after 20 years?

A lush, green field and forest appeared

What is the best summary of the selection “A Legacy of Stone”?

Ferdinand Cheval spent many years collecting stones. He used these stones to build a structure, which he named the Ideal Palace. People doubted his abilities, but in time he completed the project. Today it is considered a masterpiece.

Ferdinand Cheval noticed some stones when he worked for the postal service in France. He thought he could use the stones to build a palace. He used concrete, lime, and wire to cement the stones in place. The structure became known as the Ideal Palace.

The Ideal Palace was built by Ferdinand Cheval. It is a historical monument that people from around the world travel to see. Cheval showed the world how an artist can succeed by working hard.

The Ideal Palace is an inspiring masterpiece. The structure is 35 feet tall and took Ferdinand Cheval 33 years to complete. The Ideal Palace is so popular that it has even appeared on a postage stamp.

What do these sentences help the reader understand about Cheval?

He did not let inexperience prevent him from creating an elaborate structure.

He wanted to invent a new design that would impress professional builders.

He experienced many challenges during the several years he spent building the palace.

He thought that using unfamiliar materials could inspire his creativity.

In the selection "A Legacy of Stone," what does the organizational structure of the section "Inspiration" help the author emphasize?

How Cheval took steps to fulfill his dream of creating a palace

How Cheval’s route differed from other mail carrier routes

The causes and effects of Cheval’s retirement

A problem that Cheval solved by learning building skills

What is the most likely reason the author wrote the selection "A Legacy of Stone"?

To describe the unusual life of Ferdinand Cheval

To show why so many people visit the Ideal Palace

To explain the history of the creation of the Ideal Palace

To highlight important facts about Ferdinand Cheval

What does the word prolonged mean in paragraph 1 of the selection "A Legacy of Stone"?

Continuing for an extended time

Read this quotation from paragraph 9 of the selection "A Legacy of Stone." What can the reader infer from this quotation?

Cheval had specific traits that helped him achieve his goal.

Cheval did not realize it would take him 33 years to complete his project.

Cheval is surprised that his interest in rocks led him to create a masterpiece.

Cheval is an independent artist and did not want others to help him.

Which conclusion is supported by the information in paragraph 3 of the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert”?

It can be helpful to look to the past for answers.

People are eager to try new ways to farm.

The desert landscape naturally encourages plant growth.

Zaï farming is the only successful way to prevent desertification.

What is the author’s purpose in the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert”?

To describe how Sawadogo found a way to improve desert land

To highlight the desert lifestyle of Sawadogo and his people

To show people how to plant forests using zaï farming

To explain the different steps involved in zaï farming

What is the best summary of the selection "Trees Rise in the Desert"?

During a ten-year desert drought, Yacouba Sawadogo, a farmer in Burkina Faso, used an old method called zaï farming. Many doubted that his method would work. However, after years passed, the seeds Sawadogo planted produced a forest. Today Sawadogo shares his method with others.

Burkina Faso is a dry area located between the Sahara Desert and West Africa. A man named Yacouba Sawadogo dug many holes in the ground to try a method called zaï farming. When the rain finally came, the seeds sprouted. Now the area is a forest in the middle of the desert.

Yacouba Sawadogo dug several holes in the ground and filled them with organic materials such as cattle manure and leaves. The villagers thought Sawadogo was foolish for planting seeds in pits when there was no water to help them grow. However, the seeds grew and the zaï farming method proved successful.

Farmers in Burkina Faso were having trouble growing crops because of the ten-year drought. Yacouba Sawadogo dug holes and waited for the rain. His neighbors laughed at him, but he explained that the rain would eventually come. Now Sawadogo travels around the entire region.

What is one way that Cheval in the selection “A Legacy of Stone” and Sawadogo in the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert” are different?

Cheval created a new design, but Sawadogo applied an old method.

Cheval was not always interested in architecture, but Sawadogo was always interested in farming.

Cheval has inspired other artists, but Sawadogo’s work has gone unnoticed.

Cheval was not sure if he could finish his project, but Sawadogo knew that his experiment would be successful.

Which idea is presented in both the selection “A Legacy of Stone” and the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert”?

Accomplishing a task can take years of dedication.

It takes talent to create a masterpiece.

People slowly learn to appreciate the world around them.

Landscapes naturally change over time.

How does Sawadogo in the selection “Trees Rise in the Desert” differ from Cheval in the selection “A Legacy of Stone”?

Sawadogo has a deep respect for nature.

Sawadogo is committed to his ideas.

Sawadogo believes his method should be used by others.

Sawadogo is willing to work hard.

Both the author of the selection "A Legacy of Stone" and the author of the selection "Trees Rise in the Desert" would most likely agree with which statement?

The work of one person can have far-reaching effects.

People must protect the world surrounding them.

Old traditions may offer surprising wisdom.

People can use their talents to invent something new.

Which sentence from the selection "A Legacy of Stone" illustrates a similar idea?

But as his palace took shape, people's criticisms were replaced by awed respect. (paragraph 6)

Forty-three-year-old Cheval continued collecting stones along his route for almost 20 years. (paragraph 4)

At night he labored by the light of an oil lamp. (paragraph 5)

Cheval's uniqueness helped him single-handedly create a marvel beyond duplication. (paragraph 9)

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired Ferdinand Cheval to start collecting stones?

A. A dream he had of building a fantasy-like palace

B. A suggestion from a friend

C. A book he read about architecture

D. A visit to a famous castle

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did it take Ferdinand Cheval to complete the Ideal Palace?

A. 20 years

B. 33 years

C. 15 years

D. 40 years

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What materials did Cheval use to cement the stones in place?

A. Sand and water

B. Clay and straw

C. Concrete, lime, and wire

D. Mud and grass

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did people initially react to Cheval's idea of building the Ideal Palace?

A. They were supportive and encouraging

B. They laughed and called him an old fool

C. They offered to help him

D. They ignored him

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final size of the Ideal Palace?

A. 50 feet long, 25 feet tall, and 30 feet wide

B. 75 feet long, 35 feet tall, and 40 feet wide

C. 60 feet long, 30 feet tall, and 35 feet wide

D. 80 feet long, 40 feet tall, and 45 feet wide

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CCSS.1.G.A.1

CCSS.2.G.A.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the Ideal Palace displayed as an inspiration to artists and writers?

A. The Louvre Museum

B. The British Museum

C. The Museum of Modern Art in New York City

D. The Smithsonian Institution

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What helped Cheval create a marvel beyond duplication?

His formal training in architecture

His formal training in construction

His uniqueness

His wealth

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

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Grade 7 STAAR Reading 2021- Paired Passage

What inspired Ferdinand Cheval to start collecting stones?

How long did it take Ferdinand Cheval to complete the Ideal Palace?

What materials did Cheval use to cement the stones in place?

How did people initially react to Cheval's idea of building the Ideal Palace?

What is the final size of the Ideal Palace?

Where is the Ideal Palace displayed as an inspiration to artists and writers?

What helped Cheval create a marvel beyond duplication?

What did Cheval say about achieving success?

Where is Cheval's Palace located?

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