Inferring STAAR Practice

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• Some animals use light as a defense mechanism.

• Some animals live in dark places of the ocean.

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• Ms. Hebram wanted to cheer up Carla.

• Ms. Hebram needed Carla's help.

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• Paul wanted to lighten the weary mood.

• Paul was attempting to rehydrate everyone.

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• The atmosphere on Mars can be easily navigated by specialists.

• Humans would face many challenges in order to live on Mars.

Read the white box. Which is the most logical inference to answer the question?

• Rachel loved her grandmother and was planning to surprise her.

• Rachel was trying to convince her grandmother to attend an award ceremony.

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• Man-made dyes are created from easy-to-find resources.

• Man-made dyes are good for the economy.

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• Buckwheat is the least expensive crop.

• Buckwheat is fairly easy to grow.

Read the white box. Which is a logical inference to answer the question?

• Leap year was the most efficient way of balancing out the yearly calendar.

• Leap year gives everyone more time to accomplish their many hobbies and responsibilities.

Which sentence from the selection suggests that Suzy likes to play basketball?

• Suzy's mom makes Suzy practice basketball every day.

• Suzy looks forward to her basketball games.

• Suzy scored 5 points in her last basketball game.

• Suzy and her mom get ice cream after her basketball games.

Which sentence from the passage suggests that Mark enjoys reading?

• Mark reads every night before bed.

• Mark's teacher assigns him reading homework.

• Mark visits the library once a month.

• Mark's parents encourage him to read.