NECAP: Examples of Question-Types
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Mathematics: Multiple Choice (1 Point)
M(DSP)–5–1 Interprets a given representation (tables, bar graphs, circle graphs, orline graphs) …to
solve problems.
Sample Source: Texas, Grade 4
Mathematics: Short Answer (1 point)
M(F&A)–6–4 Demonstrates conceptual understanding of equality by showing equivalence between
two expressions by… solving multi-step linear equations of the form ax ± b = c, where a, b, and c are
whole numbers with a ≠ 0.
Sample Source: MCAS, Grade 6
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Mathematics: Short Answer (2 Points)
(N&O)–6–1 Demonstrates conceptual understanding of rational numbers with respect to ratios
(comparison of two whole numbers by division a/b, a : b, and a ÷ b , where b ≠ 0)…using models,
explanations, or other representations.
Shade 60 % of the grid.
Provide an explanation that supports why you
shaded that portion of the grid.
Sample Source: Vermont Revised Draft Test, Specifications, June 2003
Mathematics: Constructed Response (4 Points)
M(F&A)–6–4 Demonstrates conceptual understanding of equality by showing equivalence between
two expressions using models or different representations of the expressions…
Sample
38. Each shape below stands for a number. Each shape stands for the same number no Source:
matter where the shape is placed. MEA
Grade 4
a. Figure out what number each of the three shapes stands for in the number sentences
below. Explain how you figured out the value for each shape.
b. Use as few shapes as possible to represent the number 25.
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Writing: Planning Items in the Extended Writing
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