STAAR ELAR Prep

What is the main reason the author introduces the selection with the information in paragraph 1?

• to explain the history of Mount Everest

• to provide a detailed description of the mountain's location

• to highlight the dangers of climbing Mount Everest

• to emphasize the significance of Mount Everest

Why is paragraph 1 important to the plot?

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• it introduces the mouse as the main character

• it establishes the conflict of the story

• it states the solution to the story

• it establishes the theme of the story

What is the meaning of the word drew?

• to trace

• to frame

• to pull

• to move slowy

What does the interaction between Wendy and Peter Pan show about her?

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• Wendy is easily amused by Peter's jokes

• Wendy hates Peter Pan

• Wendy is jealous of Peter's abilities

• Wendy cares about the safety of others

What is the central idea of the selection?

• white tigers are popular attractions in zoos

• white tigers are native to India and have unique white fur

• white tigers are facing threats in the wild and need protection

• white tigers have become extinct due to habitat destruction

Read line 7 of the poem "Cats:"

Their purrs fill the air like a sweet melody.

The figurative language in these lines helps the reader understand ---

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• the sound of the cats' purring is loud and annoying

• the sound of the cats' purring is rough and unpleasant

• the sound of the cats' purring is soft and relaxing

• the sound of the cats' purring is scary and intimidating

Based on lines 7 - 8 of the poem, the speaker most likely feels ---

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• excited and adventurous

• frustrated and angry

• curious and intrigued

• disappointed and regretful

This poem expresses what about the author's relationship with the cats?

• the author loves watching their antics

• the author cannot keep up with the cats

• the author dislikes the cats and their freedom

• the author loves to pet the cats

What is the most likely reason the poet uses figurative language throughout the poem?

• to make the poem more difficult to understand

• to simplify complex ideas and concepts

• to convey factual information about the natural world

• to make the poem more interesting and engaging

What is one claim the author makes about the Bleeding Heart plant in this selection?

• it is a common indoor plant

• it is delicate and weak

• it is a special and unique flower

• it is a difficult plant to care for