LEAP Performance Levels

Question 1

Which of the following demonstrates critical thinking in analyzing a scientific experiment?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating whether the experiment's results support the hypothesis

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Memorizing the steps of the scientific method

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Summarizing the data collected in the experiment

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Listing the equipment used in the experiment

Question 2

Which of these shows that a student has mastered grade-level math skills?

Accepted Answer

Accurately solving multi-step word problems with fractions

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Solving basic addition problems without mistakes

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Identifying the names of geometric shapes

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Recognizing even and odd numbers

Question 3

What might a student performing at the "Basic" level in ELA struggle with?

Accepted Answer

Understanding a story's main idea

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Identifying simple vocabulary words

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Organizing sentences in chronological order

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Spelling commonly used words

Question 4

A student at the "Approaching Basic" level in science might:

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Memorize key vocabulary but struggle to apply it.

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Easily explain the causes of a scientific phenomenon.

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Conduct experiments independently and draw conclusions.

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Understand advanced scientific processes.

Question 5

What is a sign of unsatisfactory performance in social studies?

Accepted Answer

Misinterpreting maps and timelines

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Using primary sources to write a report

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Explaining the effects of historical events

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Identifying major geographic features