FAST Reading Test Preparation

What does it mean that the FAST Reading test is "adaptive"?

• Everyone gets the exact same questions

• The test gets harder or easier depending on how you answer

• You can choose the questions you want to answer

• You only answer questions on the topics you like

Why is it important to try your best on every question in an adaptive test?

• So the test finishes faster

• Because early questions affect the difficulty of the next ones

• You get to skip more questions

• It doesn’t matter—it’s all random

What time must you arrive at school for the ELA FAST Reading Assessment?

• 8:00 AM

• 7:45 AM

• 7:30 AM

• Anytime before lunch

When reading a passage, what is the best first step?

• Skim through quickly and guess

• Read the subheading and look for pictures

• Carefully read the passage and question, annotating if needed

• Just answer the vocabulary questions

If you come across a word you don’t know, what should you do?

• Skip the question

• Use context clues from the sentence or paragraph

Why should you go back and check the passage when answering questions?

• It takes up more time

• You might find clues or direct evidence

• It looks impressive to the proctor

• You’ll get bonus points

You can have your phone in your pocket during the ELA FAST test as long as you don't use it.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a good strategy if you don’t understand a question?

• Stare at it until time runs out

• Close your test and take a nap

• Eliminate wrong answers and make your best guess

• Ask your friend for help

What is one reason the ELA FAST test matters for you?

• It doesn't matter—it’s just practice

• It helps show how much you’ve grown in reading this year

• You get to skip school the next day

• It’s a good time to relax in a quiet room

Drag and drop things you should and should not do in the 24 hours before testing:

Groups:

(a) Should Do

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(b) Should Not Do

• Stay up late watching videos

• Go to bed on time

• Eat junk food before bed

• Eat good meals

• Set your alarm

• Panic