STAAR Reading Grade 5 2022 - Past Paper
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Read the dictionary entry.
Which definition of the word mind is used in line 3?
29Definition 4
Definition 2
Definition 1
Definition 3
- Q1
Read the dictionary entry.
Which definition of the word mind is used in line 3?
Definition 4
Definition 2
Definition 1
Definition 3
30s5.3.A: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Theme and Genre - Q2
Read this sentence from line 17.
What is the most likely reason the playwright uses a simile in this line?
To suggest that Bryson has been eating snacks in Dwayne’s bedroom
To show that Dwayne plans to throw away Bryson’s belongings
To explain that Bryson’s belongings have made a mess in Dwayne’s bedroom
To identify an activity that Bryson and Dwayne have done together
30s5.10: Reading - Comprehension of Informational Text - Culture and History - Q3
What causes the conflict between Dwayne and Bryson in lines 22 through 27?
Dwayne thinks Bryson is jealous.
Dwayne thinks Bryson is teasing him.
Dwayne thinks Bryson is being lazy.
Dwayne thinks Bryson is too forgetful.
30s5.8: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Sensory Language - Q4
Why is line 37 important to the plot?
It introduces a new conflict to the play.
It reveals the resolution to the problem in the play.
It provides the climax in the plot of the play.
It establishes a new setting in the play.
30s5.8: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Sensory Language - Q5
What is the main theme of the play?
Try to understand the viewpoints of others.
Practice good habits every day.
Think before taking action.
Treat others kindly to earn their friendship.
30s5.8: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Sensory Language - Q6
What does the reader learn from the stage directions in scene 2?
Bryson does not like staying in Dwayne’s room.
Bryson does not worry about being neat.
Bryson has been searching for something in Dwayne’s room.
Bryson would be more comfortable sleeping on the bottom bunk bed.
30s5.9: Reading - Comprehension of Text - Independent Reading - Q7
What can the reader infer about Dwayne based on line 18?
Dwayne feels happiest when he is organizing clothes.
Dwayne feels uncomfortable when he sees the condition of his room.
Dwayne thinks Bryson brought too many clothes with him.
Dwayne wants to surprise Bryson by putting his things away.
30s - Q8
What is one claim the author makes in the selection?
Pets are good for their owners because pets keep people healthy.
Some dogs need much more exercise than others do.
Taking walks is the best way to provide exercise for a dog.
Children are responsible pet owners.
30s5.9: Reading - Comprehension of Text - Independent Reading - Q9
Who is the author most likely addressing in the selection?
Someone trying to find a home for a pet
Someone considering whether to have a pet
Someone wanting to learn about different types of pets
Someone seeking ways to treat pet allergies
30s5.9: Reading - Comprehension of Text - Independent Reading - Q10
Read the dictionary entry.
Which definition of the word condition is used in paragraph 7?
Definition 4
Definition 3
Definition 2
Definition 1
30s5.3.A: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Theme and Genre - Q11
What key idea do the details in the section “Calming Benefits” support?
Many people are unfamiliar with how to train an animal.
Many people have trouble dealing with stressful situations.
Resources should be gathered before training a pet.
A trained pet can reduce the stress people experience.
30s - Q12
Read this sentence from paragraph 9.
How does the author show that this argument is untrue?
By observing a pet owner
By interviewing a pet owner
By describing a research study
By quoting an expert scientist
30s5.9: Reading - Comprehension of Text - Independent Reading - Q13
Which idea does the author include to support the claim that pets make people become more active?
Pet owners need to maintain good health.
Pet owners have fewer allergies.
People find it more fun to exercise with a pet.
People think that pets can cause stress.
30s5.9: Reading - Comprehension of Text - Independent Reading - Q14
Why are the events in stanzas 4 and 5 (lines 16–25) important to the resolution of the poem “Assembly”?
The speaker remembers a song.
The speaker’s classmates stop singing.
The speaker’s attitude changes.
The speaker discovers a new talent.
30s5.8: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Sensory Language - Q15
Read lines 20 through 22 from the poem “Assembly.”
How do these lines support the theme of the poem?
By suggesting that learning to be responsible is part of growing up
By suggesting that confidence often comes from within
By highlighting that an active imagination can be powerful
By showing that recitals can bring people together
30s5.8: Reading - Comprehension of Literary Text - Sensory Language
