A Look at the Literacy Test

A previous version of the literacy test is available for study. Over the next few weeks, we will be trying each part of the test and learning skills to help you make your best showing.

On the actual test day you will be asked to write one booklet, given a 15 minute break and then asked to write the other booklet. Of course, the test you write in April will have different reading selections and questions, but the types of reading and writing tasks you are asked to do will be the same.

Sample Test Booklet One

Sample Test Booklet Two

Cut and Paste the following questions into a new blog post for today called "A Look at the Literacy Test." Open both booklets in separate tabs and take some time to go through them in enough detail to be able to answer the questions. Refer back to them as necessary.

As always, answer each question using full sentences. Use the spellcheck button and reread your work before you publish.

a) List the different types of reading selections included in the two booklets.

b) List the different types of writing tasks included in the two booklets.

c) What are some of the different types of questions included in the two booklets?

d) Which activities do you think you would be best at? (Explain why too)

e) Which activities do you think would be the most difficult for you? (Explain why too)

f) After reviewing the booklets, do you have any questions that you would like answered? If so, ask them here.