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The MAP Test for 3rd grade is an untimed, computer-generated test divided into three subjects: math, language usage, and reading. It is a great way for both teachers and parents to gain a better understanding of a student’s progress throughout the year, as well as a student's instructional needs. It is also a way for schools to test whether students need to be placed in a special program. Learn more about MAP Testing.
Question 1: Math |
Which number is missing from this sequence? |
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Question 2: Math |
Solve the open sentence: s + 4 = 6s − 1 |
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Question 3: Math |
Mary needs 300 grams of dough to bake one cake. To make 100 grams of dough, Mary needs two eggs. How many eggs does Mary need if she wants to bake three cakes? |
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Question 4: Language Usage |
Read the sentence. I _______ the ball very far, but my dog still managed to fetch it. Which word correctly completes the sentence? |
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Question 5: Reading Comprehension |
Read the sentence. Kyle slipped on a banana peel, fell, and hurt his knee. What is the best way to rewrite this sentence without changing the meaning? |
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Question 6: Language Usage |
Which one of the sentences is correctly written in past perfect tense? |
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Question 7: Reading Comprehension |
Read the passage. The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world, a symbol of both Paris and France as a whole. It was originally built to serve as the entrance to the 1889 World's Fair in Paris, but it remains standing to this day. Despite the dangers in building such a tall and open structure, very few people were hurt thanks to the safety checks employed by its architect. Another word that means the same as "employed" is |
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Question 8: Reading Comprehension |
Read the story. "But I don't want to go to bed yet!" wailed Noah. "I want to stay up and play with my new game!" Noah was the youngest child in his family. He was already allowed to stay up later than his brother and sister did when they were his age. "If you don't go to bed, the tooth fairy won't be able to come visit you," said Noah's father. Once Noah heard that, he ran straight to bed. He checked under his pillow to make sure his tooth was still there. Which of the following words can be used to fill the blank in the best way? |
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As the Common Core becomes more widespread across schools in the United States, many standardized and gifted tests are adapting to its standards. The MAP test for 3rd grade is no exception. For this reason, TestPrep-Online has developed practice tests that follow MAP's Common Core scheme. With our 3rd Grade MAP practice pack, you can ensure that your third grader is exposed to all the topics aligned with the Common Core, and is getting top-notch practice for the test.
The MAP Math section for 3rd grade includes four general areas that are typically covered by the time the student reaches 3rd grade:
Most questions do not require a calculator, but for those that do, an on-screen calculator will appear. Test takers are also given scratch paper for working out problems. On average, there are 53 questions on the math section. However, this number is subject to change due to the test's adaptive nature.
The MAP Language Usage section is made up of 53 multiple-choice questions. Here's a look at what's covered in this section:
Language: demonstrating a grasp of various language conventions including punctuation, capitalization, and spelling
Grammar and Usage: exhibiting an understanding of grammar conventions and accurately applying them
Writing Conventions: demonstrating how to plan and organize writing
The MAP Reading section for third grade is adapted to ask questions that third graders are generally capable of answering. The reading section is divided into three main subsections:
Word recognition and vocabulary: decoding words and recognizing word structures and relationships
Literature: understanding key structures and ideas within literary texts, demonstrating an ability to analyze key crafts and purposes
Informational texts: demonstrating an understanding of main ideas and structure
Get more 3rd Grade MAP Sample questions with TestPrep-Online’s 3rd Grade MAP Practice Pack! Our pack offers 804 sample questions, including section-specific practice tests, so that you and your child can easily focus on one skill at a time, if necessary.
Despite being a standardized test, a child can—and should—prepare for the MAP test beforehand, since MAP testing scores can be a deciding factor for placement in either regular or gifted classes. To help you prepare, TestPrep-Online offers a full 3rd Grade MAP test practice pack.
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