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2 Answer Key & Breakdown of Standards
3 Short Constructed Response Rubric and Answers
4 Colored Task Cards (Paid includes B&W)
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Set Card Answer Topic TEKS / CCSS Genre Item
Type

26 1 C Verbs E1.W.9.Dii & E2.W.9.Dii / L.9-10.1 Cross-Curricular Multiple

- Science 6.5 Choice
B Spelling E1.W.9.Dvi & E2.W.9.Dvi / L.9-10.2.c Matter

27 2 See Revising E1.W.9.C & E2.W.9.C / W.9-10.2 Cross-Curricular – SCR

Science 6.1D
below.
Earth & Space
Multiple
E1.W.9.Bii & E2.W.9.Bii / W.9-10.2
C Support Choice

28 3 A, C, E, F, Plot E1.R.6.C & E2.R.6.C / RL.9-10.3 Drama Match

H Table Grid

28 4 D&E Author’s E1.R.8.A & E2.R.8.A / RL.9-10.6 Fiction Multiselect

Purpose
impassable Context E1.R.2.A & E2.R.2.A / RL.9-10.4 Inline
Clues Choice

28 5 Part A: D Claim E1.R.7.Ei & E2.R.7.Ei / RI.9-10.8 Persuasive Multipart

Part B: A

28 6 specialized Context E1.R.2.B & E2.R.2.B / RI.9-10.4 Non-Fiction Text Entry

Clues Multiple
A Inference E1.R.4.F & E2.R.4.F / RI.9-10.1 Choice

28 7 B Plot E1.R.6.C & E2.R.6.C / RL.9-10.3 Fiction Multiple

Choice
See next Character E1.R.6.B & E2.R.6.B / RL.9-10.3
page. SCR

28 8 D Thesis E1.R.7.Di & E2.R.7.Di / RI.9-10.8 Cross-Curricular Multiple

See next – Science Choice
page. 6.1.B.iii SCR

Card 2 Possible Answer: As of now, the earth is the only planet that is inhabited by
living organisms.

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 Question Answer Key & Breakdown

Short Constructed Response Answers

Score Points
2 • A complete response will provide a correct response to the
question.
• A complete response will include at least one piece of supporting
evidence from the text.
• Evidence is accurately used to support the response.
• The response and the evidence to support it are based on the text.
1 • A partial response may include a correct response to the question.
• However, the evidence included does not support the answer
stated, or no evidence is provided.
• A partial response may cite or paraphrase relevant text evidence,
but the student does not include an accurate answer.
0 • The response is incorrect.
• The response is not based on the text.
• No response is provided.

Card 7 Possible Answer: The story reveals that Thiago is determined to succeed. He realizes
that “Alongside this intellectual growth came increased self-belief and determination.” He
takes his newfound knowledge and uses it “to pursue his dreams” and reach “even greater
heights of success.”

Card 8 Possible Answer: I can conclude that the future of energy consumption relies on
renewable energy. Since nonrenewable energy is a “limited resource” and may “run out in
the near future” we cannot rely only on this source. People in the future will need options like
wind and solar that are “more sustainable.”

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 26 1 EDITING
Matter

(1) Matter is the substance from which all What change should be made in
objects are formed and can be converts into sentence 1?
energy. (2) The smallest units of matter are
atoms in their purest form, referred to as A Change from to for
elements. (3) When elements are combined,
they arrange to form compounds and can form B Insert a comma after formed
into different states of matter: solids, liquids, and C Change converts to converted
gases. (4) Solids can hold their shape; liquids D No change is needed.
can flow and are in the shape of the container
in which they’re placed; and gasses have atoms
that aren’t in contact with each other with the What change needs to be made in
ability to expand or contract to fit into a sentence 6?
container. (5) Matter also has certain physical
and chemical properties, some of which are A Change properties to Properties
related to its state. (6) Physical properties B Change dinsity to density
include shape, color, melting points, and dinsity,
and they cannot be changed. (7) Chemical C Change they to it
properties include reacting to other substances D Change changed to change
or chemical changes.

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27 2 REVISING
Earth and Space

(1) Earth is one of the eight planets Sentence 2 needs to be revised. On your
in our solar system that orbit around answer page, rewrite sentence 2 in a clear
the sun. (2) The earth, inhabited by and effective way.
living organisms, is the only planet
that is, as of now. (3) Science
supports that this is due to a The author forgot to include this sentence in
combination of characteristics that the paragraph.
exist on the planet and elements
These include having water to sustain life
that have not yet been found on
and having air for living organisms to
other planets. (4) Additionally, the
breathe.
earth is located the right distance
away from the sun and has an Where is the BEST place to insert this
ozone layer to protect life from the sentence?
intense rays cast by the sun. (5)
While it is speculated that life may A After sentence 1 C After sentence 3
exist on other planets, space B After sentence 2 D After sentence 4
exploration has yet to yield any
evidence.
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Mrs. Santiago: Principal Haines, we’re here to Select the sentence that shows how the
discuss potential changes to an existing policy different characters contribute to the plot.
regarding acceptable attire.
There can be more than one correct answer in
Principal Haines: I understand you have some each row.
concerns about the policy on acceptable
clothing? Mrs. Principal
Santiago Haines
Mr. Williamson: That’s correct. We are here to
advocate on behalf of our student body for a more
feels there should be
equitable and inclusive policy. changes to an existing
A B
policy regarding
Mrs. Santiago: Several of our students have acceptable attire
requested permission to wear traditional clothing
that is currently prohibited by the school policies. presents concerns based
We, along with our student body, feel this is socially on facts about customs C D
unjust and prohibitive of some individuals expressing and traditions
their customs and traditions.
remains calm and
Principal Haines: That’s an interesting interpretation composed throughout the E F
of the policy; I’d never before considered it in that dialogue
light. I’ll review the policy in question and reconsider
how we can maintain a respectable environment keeps an open mind while
while simultaneously allowing students the ability to listening to a different G H
express themselves and their traditions. perspective on the policy

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28 4 MIXED REVIEW
The Castle What are the most likely reasons the author included
paragraph 2?
Kendric hesitated on the threshold of the old
Select TWO correct answers.
abandoned castle, standing before its
crumbling walls and broken windows. Rain A To explain why the abandoned castle is so
poured around him like icy daggers as thunder
important
roared overhead like a lion's roar, shaking the B To describe in detail the exciting journey
ground beneath him. His heart raced with fear C To highlight the danger of the situation
as he contemplated what secrets this D To build a feeling of suspense
monolithic structure held within its walls. He had E To emphasize a feeling of fear, but Kendric
heard tales from the adults of the creatures
continues anyway
that lurked in the shadows of this stormy night,
but he was determined to face his fears head-
Which word is a synonym and could replace
on.
impenetrable as it is used in the story?
Taking a deep breath, Kendric slowly walked
Select one correct response.
toward the castle's entrance. The closer he got,
the more menacing it seemed to become - like
The closer he got, the more menacing it seemed to
an impenetrable fortress filled with horrors
become - like an fortress filled with
beyond his wildest imagination. He couldn't
horrors beyond safe his wildest
shake off the feeling that something was
imagination.
watching him from within its depths. With each impassable
step forward, a wave of dread swept through hidden
him until he finally arrived at the entranceway. mysterious

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 28 5 MIXED REVIEW
TikTok
TikTok is a highly entertaining platform that provides its Part A: What is the author’s main claim?
users with endless content, making it one of the most
popular social media platforms. TikTok is easier to A TikTok is popular among its users.
navigate than other platforms due to its user-friendly
B TikTok is user-friendly.
interface, and its content is varied and ever-changing.
With the use of hashtags, users can easily find new C TikTok is interactive.
content or popular trends they want to follow. The D TikTok is the best social media app.
videos on TikTok are interactive, allowing viewers to
interact with the creator by commenting, liking, or
Part B: How does the author support the claim
reacting in some way. Moreover, its expansive library of
in Part A?
music tracks and sound effects gives users the freedom
to create innovative videos with no limits on creativity.
The app also has a range of filters and effects to choose A By listing examples of all the positives of
from - making it much more fun than other platforms. TikTok
TikTok provides its users with loads of exclusive features B By giving statistics on how many people use
that make it stand out from other apps, such as an TikTok
inbuilt editing suite where you can edit your clips quickly
C By explaining ways people interact with
and easily without having to use any additional
TikTok
applications. TikTok offers a unique experience unlike
any other platform out there today. By allowing users to D By providing specific examples of how TikTok
explore different video formats while keeping them can improve your life
engaged through rich content and interesting features,
TikTok stands out among all the other major social media
apps available today.
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28 6 MIXED REVIEW
Bees
Read the quotation.
Bees are equipped with highly specialized hairs
This specialized adaptation helps bees efficiently
to enable them to transport and spread pollen
transfer pollen from one flower to another, thus
from flower to flower. Researchers at Georgia
aiding in the process of pollination and ultimately
Tech have been studying the movements of
playing a vital role in our ecosystem.
bees in high-speed footage, revealing that
each hair has a specific purpose. Each hair is Enter your answer in the box.
carefully placed so that it can brush off pollen
while also carrying the pollen grains. The hairs on The word provides the best clue to
the bee's eyes are positioned in such a way that the meaning of the word adaptation as it is used
they can fit one grain of pollen per hair, thus in the article.
helping spread the pollen over larger distances.
Furthermore, each bee has up to 170,000 unique Based on the article, what conclusion can be
hairs all over their bodies – all of which play an made about the specialized hair on bees?
essential role in the pollination process.
Moreover, honeybees have special features like A This adaptation not only helps the bees but
their stiff 'basket' hairs, which help them collect helps the environment.
more pollen and maintain it within their bodies B Bees need this adaptation to stay safe from
for longer periods of time. This specialized predators.
adaptation helps bees efficiently transfer pollen C These hairs are essential to the survival and
from one flower to another, thus aiding in the movement of bees.
process of pollination and ultimately playing a D Without these hairs, bees would not be able to
vital role in our ecosystem. collect any pollen.
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 28 7 MIXED REVIEW
A Newfound Confidence

Thiago began to recognize the importance of How do the details about Thiago
knowledge and the tremendous impact it could have on contribute to the plot of the story?
one's life. He became driven by his newfound passion
and embarked on a journey to increase his A They introduce the concept of
understanding of the world around him. His dedication
self-belief and determination.
was extraordinary, and he soon began achieving
remarkable improvements in his academic abilities, B They suggest that if you gain
athletic performance, and social interactions alike. As he knowledge, it will help you find
gained proficiency in various subjects, he applied his success.
newfound skills to challenges that had previously seemed
C They provide a sense of
insurmountable. Thiago grew into an individual who was
able to tackle difficult tasks with confidence and poise,
accomplishment for hard tasks.
using the wisdom acquired through study as a powerful D They suggest that things might
tool for navigating life’s complexities. Alongside this not always be easy.
intellectual growth came increased self-belief and
determination, which enabled Thiago to pursue his
dreams without fear of failure or disappointment. The What does the story reveal about
power of knowledge had revealed itself to him in full
Thiago? Support your answer with
force; it was this realization that would eventually lead
Thiago to even greater heights of success than he could
evidence from the story.
ever have imagined.

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28 8 MIXED REVIEW
Nonrenewable Energy

Nonrenewable energy sources, such as coal and oil, are Which sentence from the article based
major environmental concerns. Burning fossil fuels is the represents the thesis of the article?
primary contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and
climate change. These pollutants can lead to air pollution A Nonrenewable energy sources, such as
and acid rain while also damaging ecosystems and coal and oil, are major environmental
affecting agricultural production. Additionally, the concerns.
extraction process of these resources can be incredibly B As a limited resource, nonrenewable
damaging. It can pollute drinking water through energy has the potential to run out in the
contamination or cause deforestation when land is near future
cleared for mining. As a limited resource, nonrenewable C renewable energy sources like wind and
energy has the potential to run out in the near future, solar offer a cleaner alternative with many
making it an unsustainable energy source overall. In benefits
contrast to nonrenewable sources, renewable energy D renewable energy is key for reducing the
sources like wind and solar offer a cleaner alternative negative effects of nonrenewable resources
with many benefits. These sources provide consistent
access to clean energy that does not have as much of
an impact on our environment. They also have less of a
contribution to climate change since renewable sources Based on the article, what conclusion can be
don’t produce any emissions when generating electricity. made about the future of energy
Investing in renewable energy is key for reducing the consumption? Support your answer with
negative effects of nonrenewable resources in our evidence from the article.
environment since they have far more sustainable
properties than other fuel sources available today.
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STAAR Task Cards

Read the text on each task card and record your answer to each question on the recording sheet below.

SET CARD Answer

26 1 ABCD ABCD
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ABCD

28 3 ABCDEFGH

28 4 ABCDE

28 5 Part A: A B C D Part B: A B C D

28 6 ABCD

28 7 ABCD
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28 8 ABCD
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