Starr Reading

Who could the woman be calling?

• The doctor to make an appointment

• Her job to tell the boss she is sick

• The coffee shop to order more coffee

• Her friend to talk about the great vacation she just had

Which strategies apply to a reading STAAR test?

• highlight key words

• skim the text for the key words

• read and re-read

• CER

• talk to your friends

When reading fiction we must think about the PLOT. What is the plot of a story? 

• Characters in a story

• The problem 

• The solution

• All the events that make up a story

What is the main theme of the passage in 'Starr Reading'?

• Friendship

• Adventure

• Betrayal

• Courage

Which character in 'Starr Reading' is known for their bravery?

• John

• Starr

• Emily

• Michael

Identify the correct synonym for 'elated' as used in 'Starr Reading'.

• Sad

• Joyful

• Angry

• Confused

What is the primary setting of 'Starr Reading'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A deserted island

• A magical forest

In 'Starr Reading', which literary device is predominantly used in the description of the forest?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

What is the author's purpose in writing 'Starr Reading'?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To instruct

Which of the following best describes Starr's character development throughout the story?

• Static

• Dynamic

• Flat

• Round