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🔑 Key Features of iReady Test:
- Administered 3 times per year
- Untimed assessment
- Computer-adaptive
- Covers Math and Reading
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iReady Math Test Breakdown
The iReady diagnostic math test takes approximately 50 minutes for grades K-1 and 90 minutes for grades 2-8 and contains between 60-90 questions. As the test is adaptive, the number of questions varies with each student's performance.
The assessment presents the students with math questions on a number of different topics.There are four domains of mathematics that the test focuses on, and we will take you through them now, showing samples of what questions might look like in each domain.
iReady Math Test Sample Questions
Let's look at some sample questions to give you an idea of what to expect on the iReady test.
Algebra and Algebraic Thinking
A common type of question you will find on the iReady Diagnostic Math test is in the topic of algebra or algebraic thinking. These include basic arithmetic skills such as word problems, equations, number patterns, and more. The concepts and problems are in accordance with the given grade level of the student and his or her performance on the test.
iReady Math: Algebraic Thinking – 2nd Grade
Tommy claims that 70 is in the multiplication table of five. In order to prove this, Tommy counted by fives until he reached 70.
How many numbers did Tommy count?
A. 11
B. 12
C. 13
D. 14
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (D).
Let's think about this like a fun counting game! Imagine Tommy is hopping from one number to the next, counting by fives. He starts at 5 and keeps hopping until he reaches 70.
Let's count with him:
5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70
Now, let's count how many "hops" or numbers Tommy said. Start with 1 at 5 and keep counting until you reach 70. You'll find that 70 is the 14th number in this list.
Student Tip: When you need to count by a certain number, write out the sequence and count the total numbers. Don't forget to include the first and last numbers!
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When facing word problems, keep track of all of the numbers introduced, and write them out on paper. Then determine based on the information given what operations the question is asking you to do with those numbers, and write them out in an equation. |
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The iReady question is a foundational exercise that lays the groundwork for more advanced algebraic concepts, which will be further developed and refined in a few grades when students tackle more complex equations and functions. Let's look at a more advanced alegbra question.
iReady Math: Algebra – 7th Grade
If 7p = 175, what does p equal?
A. 25
B. 27
C. 168
D. 182
E. 775
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (A), 25.
In the equation above, 7p means 7 multiplied by an unknown number. The result is 175. To find out the unknown number, p, you must find a number that gives 175 when multiplied by 25. To find this, you can do 175 ÷ 25 = 7. That means that 7 × 25 = 175. So, 25 is the missing number, p.
It is also worth remembering that in order that the result of a multiplication ends in a 5, one of the factors also must end in a 5 so 25 is the likely candidate.
Therefore, the correct answer is (A).
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When solving equations, think about undoing what's been done. If a number is multiplied, divide to solve for the variable. To find out, we divide: 175 ÷ 7 = 25. We can check our answer: 7 × 25 = 175. It works! |
Numbers and Operations
Now, let's move on to the next sub-topic, Numbers and Operations:Another skill you will need for the test is the four basic operations—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—as well as the ability to operate with varying types of numbers relevant to the student’s level, such as fractions, decimals, and integers.
iReady Math: Numbers - 4th Grade
What is 2/5 as a decimal?
A. 0.2
B. 2.5
C. 0.4
D. 0.25
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (C).
Let's think about this step-by-step:
- 2/5 means 2 divided by 5.
- We can write this as a division problem: 2 ÷ 5
- To do this division, we can add a decimal point and zero after the 2: 2.0 ÷ 5 = 0.4
Another way to think about it:
- 1/5 as a decimal is 0.2
- 2/5 is twice as much as 1/5
- So, 0.2 × 2 = 0.4
Therefore, 2/5 as a decimal is 0.4. The answer is C!
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To change a fraction to a decimal, think about dividing the top number by the bottom number |
iReady Math: Operations - 6th Grade
Daniel and Isla are each writing a novel. Daniel has written 40 pages in the last five days and Isla has written 120 pages in the last 24 days.
What is the difference between their unit rates per day?
A. 3 pages per day
B. 5pages per day
C. 8 pages per day
D. 13 pages per day
Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is (A).
Let's break this down like we're comparing how fast Daniel and Isla write:
Daniel's speed:
- He wrote 40 pages in 5 days
- That's like: 40 ÷ 5 = 8 pages per day
Isla's speed:
- She wrote 120 pages in 24 days
- That's like: 120 ÷ 24 = 5 pages per day
Now, let's find the difference:
- Daniel's speed - Isla's speed = 8 - 5 = 3 pages per day
So, the difference in their writing speeds is 3 pages per day. The answer is A!
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When comparing rates, calculate the rate for each person first, then find the difference. |
Now that you are familiar with number and operations questions, let's move on to the next sub-topic, measurement and data:
Measurement and Data
The next domain we will look at includes both measurement and analysis of data. Depending on the grade level, this can involve reading rulers, calculating distance, converting units of measurement, calculating probability, familiarity with mean, mode, and median, as well as interpreting charts and graphs.
iReady Math: Measurement - 3rd Grade
Lucy is training for a marathon. A marathon is a race of 42 kilometers. Every day, Lucy practices and goes for a run until she gets tired. The last day of practice, Lucy ran 39 kilometers. The day of the marathon, Lucy finished the entire race.
How much more distance did Lucy run between the marathon and the last day of practice?
A. 2 Kilometers
B. 2.5 Kilometers
C. 3 Kilometers
D. 81 Kilometers
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (C).
Let's think about this like a number line:
- The marathon is 42 kilometers long
- Lucy ran 39 kilometers in practice
- To find how much more she ran in the marathon, we count from 39 to 42: 39, 40, 41, 42 (that's 3 steps!)
Or we can subtract: 42 - 39 = 3
Either way, we find that Lucy ran 3 kilometers more in the marathon than in practice. The answer is C!
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When finding a difference, subtract the smaller number from the bigger number. |
iReady Math: Data – 8th Grade
Amy wants to know the favorite ice cream flavor among students in her school, so she asked 36 random students from the school. 14 said they prefer vanilla, 9 said they prefer chocolate, 6 said they prefer fruit flavors, and the rest said they prefer other flavors. The school contains a total of 540 students.
Based on the data that Amy collected, what would be a reasonable estimation of the number of students who prefer flavors other than chocolate or vanilla?
A. 90
B. 105
C. 180
D. 195
E. 345
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (D).
Let's break this down step-by-step:
Find how many students in the sample prefer flavors other than chocolate or vanilla:
- Total sample: 36 students
- Vanilla lovers: 14
- Chocolate lovers: 9
- Others: 36 - 14 - 9 = 13 students
Find what fraction of the sample this is: 13 out of 36 students
Now, apply this to the whole school:
- If 13 out of every 36 students prefer other flavors,
- And there are 540 students total,
- We can divide 540 by 36 to see how many groups of 36 there are: 540 ÷ 36 = 15
- So, we multiply our 13 students by 15: 13 × 15 = 195
Therefore, we estimate that 195 students in the whole school prefer flavors other than chocolate or vanilla.
In this kind of question, you are given data regarding a sampling group and should use it to draw conclusions about the entire group. Notice that the conclusion you can make out of the sample is merely an approximation and cannot reflect reality correctly.
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Check your units: Make sure the units of your answer match the units of the problem. In this case, the answer should be in terms of students. |
Geometry
The final math topic we will explore is geometry. This includes understanding and classifying two and three-dimensional shapes, calculating perimeter and area, familiarity with the properties of angles, and how to use all of these principles and others to solve word problems and shape diagrams.
iReady Math: Geometry – K-1st Grade
Which 3-D shape is most similar to the following object?
A. Cylinder
B. Cube
C. Sphere
D. Cone
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is C.
The 3-D shapes mentioned in the answer choices are these:
Let's think about what makes each shape special:
- A cylinder has two flat circular ends and a curved side
- A cube has six flat square sides
- A sphere is completely round with no flat sides or points
- A cone has a circular flat bottom and a point at the top
Now, look at the ball. It's completely round with no flat sides or points. This matches the description of a sphere!
Therefore, the answer is C. A sphere is most similar to a ball.
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Look at the key features of the object - does it have flat sides or curved surfaces? Does it have points or edges? |
iReady Math: Geometry – 5th Grade
Which angle is approximately 70 degrees?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (C).
Let's think about this like slices of a pizza:
- A right angle (90 degrees) would be like a quarter of a pizza
- 70 degrees is a bit smaller than that, maybe about 3/4 of a right angle
Now, let's look at our options: A: This looks like half of a right angle (about 45 degrees) B: This is exactly a right angle (90 degrees) C: This is a bit smaller than a right angle - it could be our 70 degrees! D: This is bigger than a right angle (more than 90 degrees)
The angle that looks closest to 70 degrees is C. That's our answer!
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Use a right angle (90 degrees) as a reference. Is the angle larger or smaller than 90 degrees? By how much? |
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iReady Reading Test Breakdown
The iReady reading test, just like the math test, takes approximately 50 minutes in grades K-1 and 90 minutes in grades 2 – 8. You will be presented with extended passages and asked questions at different intervals pertaining to the text.
The nature of the questions and the passages varies throughout the test, as we will now explore over a series of sample questions.
iReady Reading Test Sample Questions
Phonics/Phonological Awareness/High Frequency Words
The first category of questions we will look at includes three domains catered to the development of early literacy, and only students in K-2 (or those scoring at that level) will encounter such questions on the test. A 2nd or 3rd-grader who demonstrates a 3rd-grade reading level will cut short or bypass these questions entirely.
The first domain is called Phonics, which asks about the sounds of the English language and how they are represented with letters. Closely related to that is Phonological Awareness, which includes identifying syllables and the pronunciation of words. Finally, there are High-Frequency Words, which focus on the student’s familiarity with the most commonly appearing words in written English.
iReady Reading: High Frequency Words – Kindergarten
Complete the sentence:
Don’t forget to close _____ door.
A. there
B. to
C. the
Answer& Explanation
The right answer is (C) "the". When we say "Don't forget to close ___ door," we need a word that points to a specific door. "The" does this job perfectly! "There" and "to" just don't make sense in this sentence.
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Read the sentence out loud with each option. Which one sounds right to your ear? |
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iReady Reading: Phonological Awareness – 1st Grade
Identifying syllables in words
iReady Reading: Phonological Awareness – 1st Grade
Click on all the words that contain three syllables.
A. Table
B. Homework
C. Telescope
D. Present
E. Luxury
Answer& Explanation
The correct answers are C and E. The words Telescope and Luxury have three syllables.
To find the number of syllables in a word, count the number of times you hear the letters: a, e, i, o, u.
- "Telescope" has three syllables: te-les-cope (you hear the sounds /e/, /e/, /o/).
- "Luxury" has three syllables: lux-u-ry (you hear the sounds /a/, /u/, /i/).
- "Table" has two syllables: ta-ble (you hear the sounds /e/, /u/). If a word ends with "le" or "les" and there is a consonant right before it, this counts as a syllable.
- "Homework" has two syllables: home-work (you hear the sounds /o/, /o/).
- "Present" has two syllables: pres-ent (you hear the sounds /e/, /e/).
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Read the sentence out loud for each option. Which one sounds right to your ear? |
Manipulating sounds in words
iReady Reading: Phonics – 2nd Grade
Replace the ending sound of the word "harsh" with the /m/ sound. What word do you get?
A. Marsh
B. March
C. Hard
D. Harm
Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is D.
The right answer is D (Harm). Here's how we get there:
- Start with "harsh"
- The ending sound is "sh"
- We replace "sh" with "m"
- Now we have "harm"
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Our language often has different spellings for the same sounds. So focus on the sounds you hear, not just how the word is spelled. This method can help you "hear" the new word you're creating, making it easier to choose the correct answer Here are some 2nd-grade level examples to practice this phonics skill:
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Vocabulary
Another category of questions you will face on the iReady at all levels aims to test your knowledge of vocabulary, understanding the meanings of words and their proper application.
They are defined as follows:
- High-frequency words: These are words that appear most frequently in text, regardless of the reader's ability. They are determined by analyzing large text corpora.
- Vocabulary: This generally refers to a broader set of words that students need to understand. They are selected based on various factors including grade level appropriateness, subject relevance, and academic importance.
iReady Reading: Vocabulary – 3rd Grade
Which sentence uses the word “head” to mean the leader?
A. She is the head of the school’s chess club.
B. I will head to the store to buy some cheese.
C. He proudly held high his head as he walked across the stage to receive his award.
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is A: "She is the head of the school's chess club."
- In this sentence, "head" means the leader or person in charge. It's not talking about the body part on top of your neck!
- In the other sentences: B: "head" means to go somewhere.
- In sentence C, the word "head" is used to refer to the top part of the human body .This is an example of using the word "head" as a noun.
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Think about how the word is being used in each sentence. Does it mean a thing, a person, or an action? Remember:
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Ready to sharpen your reading skills? Let's dive into the next question: "Using context clues to understand word meanings."
iReady Reading: Vocabulary – 4th Grade
Read the following sentence:
The cocoa nibs are what give chocolate its distinct taste and aroma, as well as its dark-brown color.
Which of the following is the definition of the word “distinct?”
A. Different in a unique way
B. From Another region
C. Of a high quality
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (A).
"Distinct” describes something that is different from others in a unique way. If you do not already know what” distinct” means, you can infer from the sentence that cocoa nibs have an influence on the taste and aroma of chocolate.
Answer (B) is incorrect. If you believed this to be the definition, you likely confused this word with "district," which refers to a division of land. This definition does not fit into the context of the sentence.
Answer (C) is incorrect. This is a harder choice because the definition fits in the context of the sentence, but it does not match the correct definition. It is more likely that a natural ingredient will give something a unique flavor than a higher quality because quality usually has more to do with how well something is made than the presence of a particular ingredient.
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Look at the words around the tricky word. They often give you clues about what it means! |
Now that we've honed our context clue skills, let's get precise with our reading comprehension - Next up: "How to identify and apply supporting evidence from the text to answer questions"
Comprehension of Literature
We now move on to the reading comprehension portion of the test, beginning with literary texts. Here you will be given stories, poetry, or any kind of work of literature, and you must answer a series of questions designed to determine how well you understood and were able to analyze different elements of the text, considering, plot, characters, language, and other devices.
iReady Reading: Comprehension – Literature – 5th & 6th Grade.Read the passage.
Saroo Brierley, an Australian businessman, was born in 1981 in the city of Khandwa, India. He had two brothers and a sister. His family was very poor, and his older brother, Guddu, had to work to support the family.
One evening, when Saroo was five years old, Guddu and Saroo took a train to another city where Guddu had a job. By the time they got there, Saroo was exhausted, and Guddu told him to wait until he came back. When Guddu did not come back, Saroo thought he might be on one of the trains and boarded an empty carriage. He fell asleep waiting for his brother, and when he woke up, the train was traveling across an unfamiliar country. When the train finally stopped and someone opened the door, Saroo escaped, not knowing he was about 930 miles away from home.
Why did Saroo and Guddu leave their home?
A. They wanted to explore the world.
B. Saroo had a job in another city.
C. They got into a fight with their parents about not having enough money.
D. They needed to earn money to support their family.
Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is (D).
In line 2, the passage mentions Saroo's family being poor as the reason his older brother needed to work to support the family. Line 3 informs us that Guddu and Saroo travel to the place where Guddu must work. By following the logical progression of this sequence, you can infer that the reason for the trip was for Guddu to work, and by extension, to earn money to support the family.
- Answer (A) is incorrect. The passage does not mention any desire or motivation for Saroo and Guddu to see the rest of the world.
- Answer (B) is incorrect. In line 4, we are directly informed that Guddu has a job in another city.
- Answer (C) is incorrect. The passage does not mention any disagreement between the brothers Saroo and Guddu and their parents. On the contrary – it presents their relationship in a positive way, depicting them as people who help their family in challenging times.
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It may be beneficial to read the question—and even the answer options of an individual question—before reading the passage so that you know what to look for. |
We've mastered finding details in the text! Now, let's explore the author's craft - Next up: "How authors use literary devices to create mood, tone, and atmosphere"
Passage continued:
Saroo was found by a teenager who took him to the police station. The police took him to a government center for lost children, but it was impossible to locate his family and hometown as Saroo, being very young, could not give the staff enough information. Fortunately for Saroo, he was adopted by a loving Australian couple, Sue and John Brierley, who raised him as their own. Saroo moved to Australia, leaving behind his Indian heritage and memories of his birth family. Meanwhile, Saroo's real mother stayed in the same city for twenty-five years, waiting for him to return.
What is the role of the following sentence in the paragraph, considering the literary devices or techniques used by the author?
“Saroo moved to Australia, leaving behind his Indian heritage and memories of his birth family.”
A. To cast doubt on whether or not it was good that Saroo was adopted by the Australian couple, using emotive language.
B. To play on the pathos of the readers so that they sympathize with the protagonist.
C. To highlight the sadness of the situation despite Saroo’s good fortune, using descriptive language.
D. To create a somber tone and paint Saroo in a negative light for leaving his culture behind and forgetting his family.
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (B).
Each of the answer choices includes an impression on the readers that the author intends to create, as well as a literary or rhetorical device that he uses to accomplish this. Answer (B) is the only one in which both of these are correct. Pathos refers to the emotional response evoked from the audience, and the author certainly plays on the readers’ emotions, describing how Saroo left his heritage and childhood memories behind. It is therefore clear that he was intending to gain sympathy for Saroo, the protagonist (main character).
Answer (A) is incorrect because this was not the author’s intention. While he certainly uses emotive language—it is clear that the author views Saroo’s adoption as a good thing, and the sadness of the situation does not make the case that Saroo may have been better off in India with no family.
Answer (C) is incorrect because there is no descriptive language in the sentence. Descriptive language refers to writing that skillfully utilizes adjectives, adverbs, figurative speech, or other methods of vividly describing something, often to create images or sensations in the mind of the reader. There are no adverbs, similes, or metaphors in the sentence, and the only adjective (Indian) is not at all descriptive; nothing in the sentence helps create any sort of image in the reader’s mind.
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When answering questions about literary devices or techniques used by the author, follow these steps:
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Comprehension of Informational Text
Like the previous category, here you will be given long passages to read, and you will face questions designed to assess your understanding and analysis of the passages along the way. However, this time the passages will be informational, not literary. You will be asked to follow the structure, purpose, and argument of the texts, among other elements.
iReady Reading: Comprehension – Informational Text – 7th & 8th Grade
Read the passage:
One of the most popular foods across many different cultures and continents is the Japanese delicacy of sushi. Like most people, you are likely familiar with this strangely appealing food, and you may also count yourself among the millions who consider it one of their favorite things to eat. But have you ever wondered why on earth anyone ever decided that it would be a good idea to put raw fish in vinegared rice, wrap it in seaweed, and eat it with a side of pickled ginger? The outspoken minority group of sushi haters that you have doubtlessly encountered tend to point out this oddity as if it should somehow mean that sushi does not have a right to taste good. In truth, no one ever decided to test this recipe out off the top of their head because that would be ridiculous; this delicious abnormality evolved slowly over thousands of years.
How does the narrator’s specific choice and usage of the word “right” in the second to last sentence of the first paragraph affect the meaning of the sentence?
A. It deliberately portrays the “sushi haters” argument in a way that makes it sound less credible.
B. It uses sarcasm and hyperbole to express how much the narrator disagrees with the sushi haters.
C. It asserts that the “sushi haters” don’t believe that sushi can taste good because of its odd ingredients.
D. It proclaims that since sushi is strange, people should legitimately not be allowed to think that it tastes good.
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (A).
By explaining the “sushi haters’” argument as not believing that sushi has a right to taste good, the narrator portrays this position as even more foolish than it actually is, largely due to the usage of the word “right.” This is clearly not meant to accurately explain this point of view, as foods cannot be granted rights. The point that the narrator is making is that the fact that it is strange does not actually make sushi taste any worse, so there is no validity to what the “sushi haters” are saying.
Answer (B) is incorrect because there is no hyperbole in this sentence. Hyperbole is the use of extreme exaggeration in order to illustrate a point. While the narrator does make the argument seem worse than it is with sarcasm, there is nothing that is being exaggerated or overstated.
Answer (C) is incorrect because it does not explain anything that the word “right” adds to the sentence, as the question specifically asks for. This answer provides an explanation of what the whole sentence might mean, but it does not address the effect of the specific word “right.”
Answer (D) is incorrect because the narrator himself is not making an argument that people should be prohibited from liking sushi. Rather, he is creating the impression that this is the argument being made by “sushi haters,” and he is creating this impression in order to show how illegitimate their argument is.
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Pay attention to unusual word choices. Authors often use surprising words to make a point or change how you think about something. |
iReady Reading: Comprehension – Informational Text –7th & 8th Grade
Passage continued:
The basic practice of putting raw fish in vinegared rice dates back to Neolithic China, which refers to the tail end of the Stone Age when civilizations were just starting to be formed, anywhere between seven to twelve thousand years ago. After the rainy seasons, when a surplus of fish would pour into the rice fields from overflown lakes and rivers, the fish would be pickled and placed in fermented rice so that they could be preserved for months, ensuring food during the more difficult periods. This dish was called narezushi (which meant “salted fish”), and the rice was discarded before consumption, as only the fish was eaten. Narezushi became a staple of Southeast Asian diets by the second century CE, and it is believed to have reached Japan by the eighth century.
What is the main purpose of the paragraph?
A. To explain why sushi is so strange
B. To teach the readers how the strange dish of sushi evolved in Japan.
C. To recount how sushi has evolved over the years from ancient China to the dish we know today.
D. To provide the origin of the dish that later evolved into sushi.
Answer& Explanation
The correct answer is (D).
The paragraph describes how narezushi came to be in ancient China, as they stored raw fish in fermented rice in order to preserve it. By the end of the paragraph, this sushi-like dish has reached Japan. In juxtaposition to the previous paragraph, it is clear that this was the basis from which sushi evolved. Therefore, (D) is the correct answer.
Answer (A) is incorrect because this paragraph does not explain why—or even mention at all—that sushi is strange. The previous paragraph does, and this one perhaps explains how such a strange dish came to be, yet it is not intended to explain why sushi is strange.
Answer (B) is incorrect because the paragraph does not talk about the evolution of sushi, but rather the origin of narezushi, and its presence in Japan is only mentioned at the very end, whereas the paragraph focuses on China. Narezushi later evolved into sushi in Japan, yet this is not explored in the paragraph.
Answer (C) is incorrect because the passage does not directly discuss sushi itself, and certainly not the sushi that we know today; the paragraph only describes a dish of fish and rice, and the rice was not even eaten.
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Look at what most of the paragraph is about. The main idea is usually what most sentences are discussing or supporting. |
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What Is the iReady Diagnostic Test?
The iReady diagnostic test is a computer-adaptive, untimed assessment for grades K-12, and it is administered by Curriculum Associates. The test is used to help teachers monitor their student’sacademic standing and progress throughout the school year.
The iReady is usually administered three times during the school year - at the beginning, middle, and end of the year. The test is divided into two subtests: Math and Reading. Most schools divide the tests into a few sessions that span a couple of days. However, students may take up to 21 days in theory to complete the assessments on their own time.
How do You Prepare Your Child for the iReady Diagnostic Test?
We know taking the iReady assessment can be a stressful experience for your child, so here are a few helpful tips that could help your child approach the test with confidence and ease:
- Make sure your child is up to date on all the material that is studied during the school year and make sure they comprehend the basic principles of each subject that are learned. Try to ask them questions about the material and understand which topics they need to catch up on, so they can fill the gaps before taking the iReady.
- Build foundational skills such as those taught in kindergarten and first grade.
- Stress to your child the importance of reading each question during the test carefully and making sure they understand the question before they answer it.
- Tell your child not to rush during the test and take as much time as they need. The test is untimed, and it will not affect their score, no matter how much time they linger on a question.
- Provide your child with iReady assessment simulations so they can understand all the various question types, and get a sense of real-life testing situations.
Is the iReady Diagnostic Test Hard?
The iReady assessment is considered a difficult test. Most students are expected to get 50% of the questions wrong. The goal isn't to get everything right, but to show what you know and what you're ready to learn next.
iReady Scores: What Do They Mean?
Purpose of Scores
- iReady scores help identify a student's strengths and areas for improvement.
- They allow teachers to tailor instruction to individual student needs.
- Scores can be used to track student growth throughout the year.
- They provide insights into a student's proficiency in key academic areas relative to grade-level expectations and national norms.
It's important to note that iReady scores are just one measure of a student's abilities and should be considered alongside other assessments and classroom performance. People ask "what is a good score on the iReady test?" Overall, a good score is one that shows the student is performing at or above their expected grade level, but the specific numbers vary based on grade and subject area.
FAQs
What grade levels use iReady Test?
iReady is used for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
What is iReady Connect?
iReady Connect is the online platform where educators can access student data, reports, and instructional resources.
How long does the iReady Test take?
While the test is untimed, it typically takes about 45-60 minutes for each subject.
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