CAASPP Review 2023

The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) measures _____________________ in 11th graders.

• changes and growth

• effort and performance

• intelligence, knowledge, and ability

• college and career readiness

• strengths and weaknesses

The English Language Arts (ELA) portion of the CAASPP test has 2 portions: C.A.T. and P.T. What does C.A.T. stand for?

• Challenge, Analyze, Think

• Computer Adaptive Test

• Critical Analysis and Teaching

• Computer Academic Technology

The English Language Arts (ELA) portion of the CAASPP test has 2 portions: C.A.T. and P.T. What does P.T. stand for?

• Probability Test

• Predictor Thinking

• Personalized Teaching

• Performance Task

Answer explanation

There are 4 levels of scores for the CAASPP ELA and Math test. Fill in the blank:

Level 4 = Standard _________

Level 3 = Standard Met

Level 2 = Standard Nearly Met

Level 1 = Standard Not Met

• Exceeded

• Achieved

• Outstanding

• Almost

When writing a short response, you should use the ABC method. What does the "A" in ABC method stand for?

• Ask a rhetorical question

• Act like you're smart

• Address the prompt

• Analyze the topic

• Assess the situation

Answer explanation

Use the verb and/or key terms from the prompt in your topic sentence or thesis statement.

When writing a short response, you should use the ABC method. What does the "B" in ABC method stand for?

• Brag About Yourself

• Brainstorm Before you Write

• Bold Lifelong Learners

• Best Answers Only

• Back it Up

Answer explanation

Back up your thinking by citing evidence; use data; quotes, big ideas, concrete details, research, connections to prior learning, or other examples.

When writing a short response, you should use the ABC method. What does the "C" in ABC method stand for?

• Capture the Message

• Criticize Your Teacher

• Conclude Your Thinking

• Call it Quits

• Critical Thinking Counts

Answer explanation

Restate your premise or conclude and connect your thinking to indicate what you proved, a universal lesson, or the significance of your points.

An explanatory essay, also known as an expository essay, is a type of academic writing that aims to _____ a particular topic or concept clearly and concisely.

The argumentative essay is a genre of writing that requires the student to investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence; and establish a ________ on the topic in a concise manner.

Which sentence uses incorrect parallel structure?

• Students who participate in sports also learn teamwork, confidence, and they learn to manage their time better.

• My autumn Saturday work projects usually include raking the leaves, cleaning out the rain gutters, and putting away the garden hoses.

• In order to achieve academic success, a student needs to study for tests, not have many absences, and completing all assigned readings.

• Hoping to get in better physical shape, Janet started her workout program by jogging a mile a day, carrying light weights around the house, and eating healthier foods.

Answer explanation

Parallel structure in writing refers to using words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or identical in form, structure, or sound. For example, all verbs in the following sentence end in "ing." I love singing, dancing, and painting.