STAAR Prep: Genre

Which characteristic of Literary Non-Fiction is present in the excerpt?

• A The author is a real person, writing about real events in her life.
• B The events are based on historical moments of the past.
• C The dialogue was written to have a literary feel.
• D The setting is based on a place that is not real.

Which detail from the excerpt best supports the idea that it might NOT always be so calm?

• A Dearest Kitty! Let me get started right away;
• B it's nice and quiet now.
• C Father and Mother are out and Margot has gone to play Ping-Pong
• D with some other young people at her friend Trees's.

The poet most likely rhymes the second and last lines of each stanza in order to -

• A present the idea that earth is a beautiful place to live
• B stress the need to take care of the earth
• C show each stanza is an important feature of the earth
• D reveal a contrast between what we see and feel about the earth

Based on the dialogue, which word best describes Averill’s behavior toward Gio?

• A Grateful
• B Energized
• C Approving
• D Encouraging

The details in the dialogue support the key idea that Averill and Gio -

• A need some time to relax
• B like to go snorkeling
• C are enjoying their vacation
• D are particularly eager for food

Which themes are found in the text? Select TWO correct answers.

• A Slow and steady wins the race.
• B Speed can be deceiving.
• C Being overconfident can lead to failure.
• D You should never judge someone unfairly.
• E Making fun of others is never the answer.

What characteristics of the text help the reader identify it as a fable? Support your answer with evidence from the text.

What characteristic of realistic fiction does the author include in the story?

• A A setting that teaches about a real place
• B Events that lead to a dangerous situation
• C A character with a believable problem
• D A common problem that teaches a lesson

Which characteristic of historical fiction is present in the excerpt?

• A The main character is a real person who lived long ago.
• B The setting includes details about a culture that existed in the past.
• C The conflict is based on actual events from long ago.
• D The actions are similar to what would occur in the past.

How do the words “unnatural” and “sinister” contribute to the mood?

• A By revealing the hope in the moment
• B By developing a gloomy mood
• C By creating a feeling of suspense
• D By demonstrating a lonely turn