Plot
Paragraphs 1 through 3 are important to the story because they establish that
C) Dickie's birthday is a significant event that brings tension and unease into his family's dynamics.
In paragraph 1, the word sharply means-
D) quickly
What change should be made in sentence 5?
C) Change then to than
Are electronics permitted during the STAAR test?
Absolutely Not!
How do paragraphs 8 through 13 contribute to the plot? Select TWO Answers.
A) By introducing Dickie's apprehension about an upcoming exam and his parents' dismissive attitude towards it.
D) By highlighting Dickie's curiosity about the reasons behind rain and grass color, leading to tension with his father.
In paragraph 7, the word shrouded means-
C) obscured
What change should be made in sentence 6?
B) Change knightly to nightly
What percentage is the ECR on the STAAR test?
19%
How are the mother’s behavior in 18 and 27 important to the resolution of the plot? Select TWO Answers.
A) By revealing her anxiety about Dickie's upcoming test, foreshadowing potential conflicts in the plot resolution.
C) By suggesting her awareness of a hidden agenda behind the test, leading to a dramatic plot twist in the resolution.
Which phrase from paragraph 9 best serves as a synonym context clue for the word vexation?
A) "rattled the sheets"
What change should be made in sentence 8?
A) Change their to there
The E in R A C E stands for____.
Explain
Paragraphs 21 through 25 are important to the story because they establish that his dad- Select TWO answers.
B) wants to ensure Dickie understands the importance of the upcoming test.
D) reassures Dickie about the nature of the test and tries to alleviate his worries.
Which phrase from paragraph 13 best serves as a synonym context clue for the word abruptness?
C) "his father snapped"
(2) Among the plants and fish, their may also be a diver busy cleaning the inside of the giant tank.
What change is needed in sentence 2?
B) Change their to there
The reader can conclude is an _____ question.
Inference
Paragraphs 11 and 12 are important to the story because they establish that-
D) the Government has strict regulations regarding intelligence quotient and educational classification.
In paragraph 6, what does the word speculating mean?
B.) guessing
"Butterfly wings are known for their bright colors and neat designs."
Which word should replace neat in this sentence?
C) beautiful
A thesis is ______.
Controlling idea
Main idea