STAAR-Lace Around The Sky (Fiction Analysis)
By Sarah Green
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Last updated 9 months ago
6 Questions
Note from the author:
5th grade STAAR Fiction "Lace Round The Sky"
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1.
In paragraph 4, why does the author use the figurative language “the eyes that peered out into the universe” to describe the telescopes? Use evidence from the text in your SCR (SET)
In paragraph 4, why does the author use the figurative language “the eyes that peered out into the universe” to describe the telescopes? Use evidence from the text in your SCR (SET)
5.10.D
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2.
The author includes the imagery in paragraph 1 most likely to highlight Catalina’s —
The author includes the imagery in paragraph 1 most likely to highlight Catalina’s —
5.10.D
10
3.
Read these sentences from paragraph 6.The sky did not merely consist of white dots of stars against a black background. The sky she saw every night was knotted with patterns, from fuzzy balls of fluff to filaments.
What is the most likely reason that the author includes figurative language in these sentences?
Read these sentences from paragraph 6.
The sky did not merely consist of white dots of stars against a black background. The sky she saw every night was knotted with patterns, from fuzzy balls of fluff to filaments.
What is the most likely reason that the author includes figurative language in these sentences?
5.10.D
10
4.
How does Catalina's observation of the telescope in paragraph 8 advance the plot of the story?
How does Catalina's observation of the telescope in paragraph 8 advance the plot of the story?
5.8.C
10
5.
Which line from the text best describes Catalina's main conflict?
Which line from the text best describes Catalina's main conflict?
5.8.C
10
6.
Which theme or life lesson is best supported by the actions of Catalina in the text?A) Dreams can only be achieved with the support of others. B) Only adults have the knowledge and skills to make a difference. C) Compassion and resourcefulness can empower individuals to make a meaningful impact. D) Following rules and regulations is more important than taking risks.
Which theme or life lesson is best supported by the actions of Catalina in the text?
A) Dreams can only be achieved with the support of others. B) Only adults have the knowledge and skills to make a difference. C) Compassion and resourcefulness can empower individuals to make a meaningful impact. D) Following rules and regulations is more important than taking risks.
5.8.A