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Maryland State Test Practice

Build Maryland assessment readiness with five focused practice sets covering the MCAP-to-MSTAR transition, mathematics, ELA, MISA, social studies, DLM, WIDA ACCESS, and alternate assessment contexts.

Maryland state test practice sets

This Maryland State Test Practice page provides five short practice sets with 10 original multiple-choice questions each. The sets cover MCAP and MSTAR transition context, ELA, mathematics, MISA, social studies, high-school EOC subjects, DLM alternate assessments, WIDA ACCESS, Alternate ACCESS, evidence, data, and integrated reasoning.

Programs and skills covered

  • MCAP and MSTAR transition practice for ELA and mathematics, including reading evidence, vocabulary, writing, number sense, equations, data, and modeling
  • Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) practice for Grade 5, Grade 8, and high-school life science, plus Grade 8 social studies and high-school American Government context
  • High-school mathematics and EOC practice for Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Life Science, and Government
  • DLM alternate ELA, mathematics, and science practice for eligible students using Essential Elements and IEP-based participation decisions
  • ACCESS for MLLs and Alternate ACCESS for MLLs practice across listening, speaking, reading, and writing
  • Source-year guidance for the MCAP-to-MSTAR transition, assessment windows, online delivery, accessibility features, and alternate assessment eligibility

How to use this page

Complete one 10-question set at a time. Read the prompt carefully, use the evidence or mathematical model provided, select the best answer, and review the explanation after every question.

This is supplemental State Test Practice, State Assessment Practice, and Standardized Test Practice. It is not an official Maryland State Department of Education item set, score report, blueprint, accessibility guide, or substitute for current state guidance.

Maryland assessment programs are changing by source year. Check the current Maryland statewide assessments overview, MCAP overview, MISA information, DLM alternate assessment information, English language proficiency assessment guidance, and high-school EOC information before publishing or using a study guide.

The 2026–27 transition is especially important: MSDE identifies MSTAR as the new assessment system for the transition, while MCAP continues for one additional year at the high-school level. Confirm the current grade, course, test design, and administration window before relying on a practice resource.

For the broader Maryland assessment category, visit Maryland State Assessments or explore Elementary School Tests, Middle School Tests, and High School Tests.

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Maryland State Test Practice Questions

A 10-question Maryland state test practice set on dlm alternate ela, mathematics, and science, with answers and explanations.

Read each question carefully, use the passage, data, science evidence, equation, or assessment context provided, choose one answer, and review the explanation after responding.

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1. QuestionMultiple choice

What is the purpose of Maryland’s DLM alternate assessment?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is To measure progress for eligible students with significant cognitive disabilities using alternate academic standards..

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: DLM is designed for eligible students for whom general assessments are not appropriate, even with accommodations.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

DLM is designed for eligible students for whom general assessments are not appropriate, even with accommodations.

2. QuestionMultiple choice

Who should help determine a student’s assessment participation and supports?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is The student’s IEP team using state participation criteria..

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: Maryland identifies IEP team decision-making for participation and accommodations.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

Maryland identifies IEP team decision-making for participation and accommodations.

3. QuestionMultiple choice

Which DLM content areas are included for Maryland students?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is English language arts, mathematics, and science.

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: Maryland DLM materials identify ELA, mathematics, and science.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

Maryland DLM materials identify ELA, mathematics, and science.

4. QuestionMultiple choice

A student sees three groups with four counters in each group. How many counters are shown?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is 12.

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: Three groups of four make 3 times 4 equals 12.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

Three groups of four make 3 times 4 equals 12.

5. QuestionMultiple choice

A short passage says a rabbit hides under a bush because a hawk is nearby. Why does the rabbit hide?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is To stay safe from the hawk..

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: The hawk is the reason the rabbit seeks shelter.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

The hawk is the reason the rabbit seeks shelter.

6. QuestionMultiple choice

A teacher says, “First point to the circle, then point to the square.” What should happen first?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is Point to the circle..

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: First identifies the initial action in the sequence.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

First identifies the initial action in the sequence.

7. QuestionMultiple choice

Why might an approved accessibility support be included in an alternate assessment plan?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is To provide access while preserving what the task measures..

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: Accessibility supports improve access without changing the intended construct.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

Accessibility supports improve access without changing the intended construct.

8. QuestionMultiple choice

Which DLM grade levels are identified for ELA and mathematics?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is Grades 3–8 and 11.

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: Maryland DLM materials identify ELA and mathematics at Grades 3–8 and 11.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

Maryland DLM materials identify ELA and mathematics at Grades 3–8 and 11.

9. QuestionMultiple choice

What are Essential Elements in the DLM assessment system?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is Grade-level-specific expectations for what eligible students should know and be able to do..

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: Essential Elements connect alternate assessment tasks to grade-level expectations.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

Essential Elements connect alternate assessment tasks to grade-level expectations.

10. QuestionMultiple choice

A pattern shows 5, 10, 15, 20. What number comes next?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is 25.

  1. Read the task: Identify the important passage, numbers, data, evidence, or assessment context.
  2. Apply the skill: The pattern increases by 5 each time, so the next number is 25.
  3. Check the response: Make sure the answer matches the evidence, calculation, science relationship, language domain, or assessment program described.

The pattern increases by 5 each time, so the next number is 25.

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Frequently asked questions about Maryland State Test Practice

What is MCAP?

MCAP is Maryland’s statewide assessment program umbrella. Its current inventory includes ELA, mathematics, science, social studies, high-school end-of-course assessments, alternate assessments, and English language proficiency assessments.

What is MSTAR?

MSTAR is the Maryland System of Testing Academic Readiness. MSDE identifies it as the new assessment system beginning the 2026–27 transition, with MCAP continuing one additional year at the high-school level.

Which grades take MISA?

Current MSDE information identifies Grade 5, Grade 8, and high-school life science for MISA.

What is DLM?

Dynamic Learning Maps is Maryland’s alternate assessment for eligible students with the most significant cognitive disabilities in ELA, mathematics, and science.

Are these official Maryland assessment questions?

No. These are original supplemental practice questions. Use MSDE resources for current blueprints, testing windows, accessibility supports, score information, and participation requirements.