Download Ruston Junior High School American Studies iLEAP Prep Night

Test Dates:
April 12-16
The Social Studies
section will be on
Friday April 16.
Test Structure:
The Social Studies test consists of one part
and is administered in a single day. It is not
a timed test; however, 60 minutes will be
allotted for the test.
The Social Studies test is a criterionreferenced test (CRT) that includes items
based entirely on Louisiana’s Social Studies
content standards.
These items are aligned with the Louisiana
Grade Level Expectations (GLEs)
Example of Question Alignment-Civics -Structure and
Purposes of Government
GLE 16—Identify qualifications and terms of office for
elected officials at the national level (C-1A-M6)
Q1. Which is not a constitutional qualification for
becoming president of the United States?
A. being male
B. being at least 35 years old
C. being a natural-born American citizen
D. being a resident of the United States for at least 14
years
Correct response: A
Match to GLE: This item relates to the qualifications for the office of
president. Other grade 7 iLEAP items that measure this GLE may
relate to qualifications and terms for other government offices.
Item Types:
40 Test Items
All Multiple Choice Questions
Items assess knowledge presented in the GLEs.
Questions typically use a single stimulus such as a
Map or an excerpt from a document or speech.
The reading difficulty level is minimized so the
student’s social studies knowledge can be tested.
Grade Level Expectation Strand/Category
% of Points
Geography
A. The World in Spatial Terms
15
B. Places and Regions
C. Physical and Human Systems
D. Environment and Society
Civics
A. Structure and Purpose of Government
50
B. Foundations of the American Political System
C. International Relationships
D. Roles of the Citizen
History
35
A. Historical Thinking
B. United States History
Total
100
Types of Test Questions:
A map of illustration of a globe showing political
divisions, geographical features, or variations in climate,
vegetation, population density, etc.
A table or graph presenting numerical data to be read or
interpreted.
A timeline, chart illustration, or graphic organizer.
A passage from a newspaper or magazine or other
information written expressly for the test.
An excerpt from such primary sources as historical
documents, quotes and speeches, writings, journals, and
autobiographies of major historical figures.
An excerpt from such secondary sources as reference
books, literature, encyclopedias, artifacts, and nonfiction
books on culture, geographical, historical, political, or
economic themes.
Sample Test Questions:
_____ 1. Based on the map, which of the following
statements is incorrect?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The Oregon Trail led to the town of Portland.
The California Trail was more southerly than the
Oregon Trail.
The two trails separated in Independence, Missouri.
The two trails separated near the Great Salt Lake.
Types of Test Questions:
A map of illustration of a globe showing political
divisions, geographical features, or variations in climate,
vegetation, population density, etc.
A table or graph presenting numerical data to be read or
interpreted.
A timeline, chart illustration, or graphic organizer.
A passage from a newspaper or magazine or other
information written expressly for the test.
An excerpt from such primary sources as historical
documents, quotes and speeches, writings, journals, and
autobiographies of major historical figures.
An excerpt from such secondary sources as reference
books, literature, encyclopedias, artifacts, and nonfiction
books on culture, geographical, historical, political, or
economic themes.
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion,
or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of
speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to
assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
–United States Constitution, Amendment I
_____ 2. The First Amendment protects the _____ of individuals in
the United States.
A. right to vote
B. civil liberties
C. right to bear arms
D. right to a fair trial
Types of Test Questions:
A map of illustration of a globe showing political
divisions, geographical features, or variations in climate,
vegetation, population density, etc.
A table or graph presenting numerical data to be read or
interpreted.
A timeline, chart illustration, or graphic organizer.
A passage from a newspaper or magazine or other
information written expressly for the test.
An excerpt from such primary sources as historical
documents, quotes and speeches, writings, journals, and
autobiographies of major historical figures.
An excerpt from such secondary sources as reference
books, literature, encyclopedias, artifacts, and nonfiction
books on culture, geographical, historical, political, or
economic themes.
_____ 3. Based on the information in the flowchart, which branch of federal
government may declare acts of Congress to be unconstitutional?
A. state
B. judicial
C. legislative
D. executive
_____ 4. What was America's first constitution called?
A. American Constitution
B. Articles of Confederation
C. Bill of Rights
D. Republic Plan
Testing Tips from louisianapass.org:
Get plenty of sleep the night before testing.
Eat a nutritious breakfast the day of testing.
Help students manage any stress they may feel about
testing.
Think and talk positively about the test.
Let students remain active in sports and hobbies
during testing.
Read directions and make sure you understand them.
Don’t spend too much time on one question. Skip it
and return to it later. Use process of elimination when
necessary
Take your time and work at your own pace.
*Remember: Those finishing early probably just guessed.
Always go back and check you work if time permits.