ELPAC Practice Tests
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Reading
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How does the author mainly develop the ideas in Paragraph 3?
Art education improves our school experience. One recent study concluded that students who had taken art classes in school and had exposure to art were not only happier and more confident, but they also got better grades. These students were involved in more extracurricular activities. They were more likely to stay in high school, go to college, and land jobs after finishing school. According to the study, the reason for this is that art education stimulates creativity and critical thinking skills. In other words, it helps people think outside the box. It teaches people how to work together too. These are important skills to have in today's workforce.
How does the author mainly develop the ideas in Paragraph 3?
Art education improves our school experience. One recent study concluded that students who had taken art classes in school and had exposure to art were not only happier and more confident, but they also got better grades. These students were involved in more extracurricular activities. They were more likely to stay in high school, go to college, and land jobs after finishing school. According to the study, the reason for this is that art education stimulates creativity and critical thinking skills. In other words, it helps people think outside the box. It teaches people how to work together too. These are important skills to have in today's workforce.
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What is the function of the second sentence in paragraph 2?
She had been involved in musical theatre since second grade, and in the last three shows she had managed to land the lead female roles.
What is the function of the second sentence in paragraph 2?
She had been involved in musical theatre since second grade, and in the last three shows she had managed to land the lead female roles.
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In paragraph 4, what does the author imply about Maria's previous drama advisor?
Only moments into the club meeting, Maria could tell that Ms. Crabtree, the drama advisor, was an excellent director. She understood motivation, instinct, and emotional recall, and she wasn't stuffy at all- a refreshing breath of air compared to Maria's previous advisor, Mr. Brown. Ms. Crabtree recognized Maria's talent right away, and she encouraged her to audition for a role in the spring musical, Finally Time.
In paragraph 4, what does the author imply about Maria's previous drama advisor?
Only moments into the club meeting, Maria could tell that Ms. Crabtree, the drama advisor, was an excellent director. She understood motivation, instinct, and emotional recall, and she wasn't stuffy at all- a refreshing breath of air compared to Maria's previous advisor, Mr. Brown. Ms. Crabtree recognized Maria's talent right away, and she encouraged her to audition for a role in the spring musical, Finally Time.
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First read the dictionary entry. Then use the dictionary entry to answer the question.
miss v. 1. to fail or hit or catch something 2. to fail to be present for 3. to lack or be without 4. to feel or notice the absence of.
Which definition best fits the meaning of missing as it is used in paragraph 7? As the first week at her new school went by, she met other students with similar interests as her own, and she started to feel more at ease. However, she still felt like she was missing something.
First read the dictionary entry. Then use the dictionary entry to answer the question.
miss v. 1. to fail or hit or catch something 2. to fail to be present for 3. to lack or be without 4. to feel or notice the absence of.
Which definition best fits the meaning of missing as it is used in paragraph 7? As the first week at her new school went by, she met other students with similar interests as her own, and she started to feel more at ease. However, she still felt like she was missing something.
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What is the main theme of the story?
What is the main theme of the story?
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Which idea from paragraph 7 BEST reflects the paragraph's main idea?
While Carnegie's intentions may have been pure, his actions did little to support those intentions. Just a few years later in 1872, as the railroad industry was thriving, Carnegie realized that steel railroad tracks were the future. He decided to invest heavily in steel after learning about a new process that made it easier, faster, and cheaper to convert from iron. Carnegie opened his first steel plant in 1875, and his business expanded over the remainder of the century. In this period, Carnegie ingeniously built the Carnegie Steel empire.
Which idea from paragraph 7 BEST reflects the paragraph's main idea?
While Carnegie's intentions may have been pure, his actions did little to support those intentions. Just a few years later in 1872, as the railroad industry was thriving, Carnegie realized that steel railroad tracks were the future. He decided to invest heavily in steel after learning about a new process that made it easier, faster, and cheaper to convert from iron. Carnegie opened his first steel plant in 1875, and his business expanded over the remainder of the century. In this period, Carnegie ingeniously built the Carnegie Steel empire.
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Was reviewing each question helpful? What questions do you have about the actual Reading ELPAC test and today's practice test?
Was reviewing each question helpful? What questions do you have about the actual Reading ELPAC test and today's practice test?
Writing
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Read the following sentence from your partner's paragraph. The sentence has TWO errors. In the box, rewrite the sentence correctly.
The teacher is explaining at one student what to solve a problem.
Read the following sentence from your partner's paragraph. The sentence has TWO errors. In the box, rewrite the sentence correctly.
The teacher is explaining at one student what to solve a problem.
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In the box, write a new sentence to describe what the students might do next.
In the box, write a new sentence to describe what the students might do next.
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In the following box, you are going to write a paragraph in English about your personal experience.
Think about a time when you tried a new activity for the first time. Describe the actvitiy. Where were you? What did you do?
- Your paragraph should include at least three complete sentences and should have a beginning, middle, and an end.
- Use descriptions, details, and examples to make your writing interesting.
- Check your writing for correct grammar, capital letters, punctuation, and spelling.
In the following box, you are going to write a paragraph in English about your personal experience.
Think about a time when you tried a new activity for the first time. Describe the actvitiy. Where were you? What did you do?
- Your paragraph should include at least three complete sentences and should have a beginning, middle, and an end.
- Use descriptions, details, and examples to make your writing interesting.
- Check your writing for correct grammar, capital letters, punctuation, and spelling.
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In the following box, write one sentence explaining what Mikhail did before he became a teacher. Use at least two details from the graphic organizer.
In the following box, write one sentence explaining what Mikhail did before he became a teacher. Use at least two details from the graphic organizer.
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One of your group members, Anna, does not understand why Mikhail moved to California. Using the information in the graphic organizer, explain to Anna how the events in Mikhail's life led him to move to California. Make sure you write a paragraph of at least three sentences in the following box.
One of your group members, Anna, does not understand why Mikhail moved to California. Using the information in the graphic organizer, explain to Anna how the events in Mikhail's life led him to move to California. Make sure you write a paragraph of at least three sentences in the following box.
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In the following box, you are going to write at least two paragraphs in English about an important issue.
Your school board is considering adding an extra break in the fall of the school year. While this would give students a two-week break during October, students would then need to go to school an extra two weeks at the end of the year. What do you think about having a fall break?
Write a persuasive essay in support of your position to give to your principal. Make sure you write at least two paragraphs and include your position and supporting reasons.
- Think about what you will write before you begin writing
- State your opinion clearly and give two or more reasons to support your opinion.
- The paragraphs should include at least three complete sentences.
- Check your writing for correct grammar, capital letters, punctuation, and spelling.
In the following box, you are going to write at least two paragraphs in English about an important issue.
Your school board is considering adding an extra break in the fall of the school year. While this would give students a two-week break during October, students would then need to go to school an extra two weeks at the end of the year. What do you think about having a fall break?
Write a persuasive essay in support of your position to give to your principal. Make sure you write at least two paragraphs and include your position and supporting reasons.
- Think about what you will write before you begin writing
- State your opinion clearly and give two or more reasons to support your opinion.
- The paragraphs should include at least three complete sentences.
- Check your writing for correct grammar, capital letters, punctuation, and spelling.
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Was reviewing each question helpful? What questions do you have about the actual Writing ELPAC test and today's practice test?
Was reviewing each question helpful? What questions do you have about the actual Writing ELPAC test and today's practice test?