Study Guide

English
Test Design and Framework

The test design below describes general assessment information. The framework that follows is a detailed outline that explains the knowledge and skills that this test measures.

Test Design

Format Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test
Number of Questions 100 multiple-choice questions
Time* 2 hours
Passing Score 220

*Does not include 15-minute tutorial

Test Framework

 

graph of percentages of each content domain's weight toward overall test score detailed in table below

Content Domain Range of Competencies Approximate Percentage of Test Score
I. Reading Literature and Informational Texts 0001–0002 35%
II. Writing and Researching 0003–0006 35%
III. Speaking and Listening 0007–0008 20%
IV. Language and Conventions 0009 10%

Domain I–Reading Literature and Informational Texts

Competency 0001–Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, interpret, and analyze literature.

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Competency 0002–Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, interpret, and analyze informational and persuasive texts.

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Domain II–Writing and Researching

Competency 0003–Understand strategies and techniques for writing arguments.

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Competency 0004–Understand strategies and techniques for writing informative and explanatory texts.

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Competency 0005–Understand strategies and techniques for writing narratives.

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Competency 0006–Understand methods of researching to build and present knowledge.

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Domain III–Speaking and Listening

Competency 0007–Understand strategies for speaking and listening and for engaging in collaborative discussions.

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Competency 0008–Understand strategies and techniques for presenting knowledge and ideas.

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Domain IV–Language and Conventions

Competency 0009–Understand language in context and conventions of English.

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