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Alaska State Test Practice

Prepare for Alaska assessment practice with five focused 10-question sets covering AK STAR ELA, AK STAR Math, science, assessment readiness, and alternate assessment skills.

Alaska State Test Practice sets

This Alaska State Test Practice page provides five short practice sets with 10 original multiple-choice questions each. The sets are designed to support review of Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) ELA and Math skills, Alaska science assessment concepts, general assessment readiness, and accessible alternate-assessment routines.

Skills covered

  • Central ideas, text evidence, vocabulary, text structure, source comparison, revision, inference, and conclusions
  • Operations, fractions, decimals, ratios, equations, measurement, geometry, percentages, data, coordinates, and patterns
  • Variables, matter, energy, ecosystems, weather, forces, engineering design, Earth history, and evidence-based conclusions
  • Reading directions, interpreting charts, reviewing mistakes, organizing work, checking answers, and using current official guidance
  • Visual schedules, sequencing, money, time, safety, communication, sorting, observation, and practical problem solving

How to use this page

Complete one 10-question set at a time. Read every passage, chart, calculation, or situation carefully, choose the best answer, and review the explanation after responding.

This is supplemental State Test Practice, State Assessment Practice, and Standardized Test Practice. It does not replace current Alaska Department of Education and Early Development guidance, official assessment materials, accommodations, or testing schedules.

For the broader Alaska assessment hub, visit Alaska State Assessments.

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Alaska State Test Practice Questions

A 10-question Alaska State Test Practice set on alaska alternate assessment, with answers and explanations.

Choose one answer for each question. Read the passage, data, diagram, calculation, or situation carefully and review the explanation after answering.

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1. QuestionMultiple choice

A picture schedule shows breakfast, reading, and recess in that order. What activity comes after reading?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Recess.

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: Following the visual sequence, recess comes after reading.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

Following the visual sequence, recess comes after reading.

2. QuestionMultiple choice

A student needs to find the safest item for cleaning a small spill. Which choice is best?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is Paper towels and the approved cleaning material with adult guidance.

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: A labeled approved material and appropriate supervision support a safe choice.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

A labeled approved material and appropriate supervision support a safe choice.

3. QuestionMultiple choice

A store sign says “3 apples for $2.” How much do 6 apples cost at the same rate?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is 44.

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: Six apples are two groups of three, so the cost is two times 2 dollars, or 4 dollars.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

Six apples are two groups of three, so the cost is two times 2 dollars, or 4 dollars.

4. QuestionMultiple choice

Which action shows that a student followed a two-step direction: “Pick up the book and place it on the shelf”?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is The student picks up the book and places it on the shelf..

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: The correct response completes both actions in the direction.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

The correct response completes both actions in the direction.

5. QuestionMultiple choice

A thermometer reads 1010 degrees in the morning and 1616 degrees in the afternoon. Which statement is true?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is The afternoon temperature is 66 degrees higher..

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: Subtract 10 from 16 to find a 6-degree increase.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

Subtract 10 from 16 to find a 6-degree increase.

6. QuestionMultiple choice

Which item belongs in a recycling bin when local directions allow it?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is A clean aluminum can.

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: A clean aluminum can is a common recyclable item, while the other choices need different disposal instructions.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

A clean aluminum can is a common recyclable item, while the other choices need different disposal instructions.

7. QuestionMultiple choice

A student wants help opening a container. Which communication is most appropriate?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is Use words, a picture, or an agreed signal to request help..

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: An intentional communication method clearly expresses the need for assistance.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

An intentional communication method clearly expresses the need for assistance.

8. QuestionMultiple choice

A bus leaves at 8:00 and arrives at 8:25. How long is the trip?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is 25 minutes.

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: From 8:00 to 8:25 is 25 minutes.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

From 8:00 to 8:25 is 25 minutes.

9. QuestionMultiple choice

A plant is placed near a window and receives water each day. Which observation shows growth?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is The plant has a new leaf..

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: A new leaf is observable evidence that the plant is growing.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

A new leaf is observable evidence that the plant is growing.

10. QuestionMultiple choice

A student has three tasks: put away materials, wash hands, and line up. Which plan follows the listed order?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is Put away materials, wash hands, then line up..

  1. Read the assessment task: Identify the important information, evidence, operation, or pattern in the question before choosing an answer.
  2. Apply the skill: The correct plan preserves the sequence given in the task list.
  3. Check the answer: Review the question and confirm that the selected answer matches the evidence and the requested Alaska assessment skill.

The correct plan preserves the sequence given in the task list.

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Frequently asked questions about Alaska State Test Practice

Which Alaska assessments are covered?

The page includes practice for AK STAR ELA and Math, Alaska science assessment concepts, general assessment readiness, and alternate-assessment skills.

How many questions are included?

There are five practice sets with 10 questions each, for 50 questions in total. Each set can be completed separately.

Are these official Alaska assessment questions?

No. These are original supplemental practice questions. Check the latest Alaska Department of Education and Early Development information for official dates, materials, accommodations, and policies.