FSA Practice Test (4th Grade: English Language & Arts)

Question 1

All day, I'd been craving chocolate ice cream. Finally, school was finished, and I was free to go grab a giant chocolate ice cream cone. Although the line was long, it was well worth the wait. My ice cream cone's first bite was delicious. Then the worst thing that could have happened occurred. I bumped with the person in front of me and spilled my ice cream.

Make a one-sentence summary of the preceding text.

Accepted Answer

I craved ice cream all day, but when I finally got a cone I dropped it on the floor.

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The first taste of ice cream was great because I had been craving it all day.

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I craved ice cream all day, but I dropped it.

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I bought chocolate ice cream, and I bumped into someone and dropped it.

Question 2

When we went to the city, we saw senator Davis riding in a car in the parade.
Which word should be capitalized?

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senator

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parade

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we

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city

Question 3

Mike is a also a student at my school. He is popular with both teachers and students. Mike is someone we can trust to protect our secrets, assist us when we need it, and always be on time. We know he is always truthful and wants others to be the same. Mike got a job walking dogs every morning last summer. Everyone advised him to quit his work when school started this year, but he chose to maintain it. He understood it would be difficult to get up at 5 a.m. every morning to walk all of the dogs and then go to school for the rest of the day. This year, he also intends to sing in the chorus, play basketball, and serve as a tutoring program mentor. He knows it won't be easy, but he believes his efforts will be worthwhile. He's attempting to save money so that he can attend a youth camp next summer.

Mike is saving money for what forthcoming occasion, according to the above passage?

Accepted Answer

Youth camp

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A chorus trip

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A basketball game

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A football game

Question 4

Which of the following statements is capitalized correctly?

Accepted Answer

During World War I, Americans fought against German soldier.

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Many American soldiers received the Medal of honor during World War II.

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The American revolution was fought against the British.

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American Soldiers had to hike many miles during the war.

Question 5

Shiela had spent an hour practicing her recital piece. She couldn't seem to get it right. She stormed out of the room, throwing her music on the floor. She told her father that she was going to stop playing piano since she would never be able to learn the piece for her recital. Her father advised her to take it slowly. He explained that learning a piano piece took more than one practice session. He assured her that if she practiced her piece every day, she would eventually master it. Shiela wasn't sure she agreed, but she practiced every day for the next week. One day, she was surprised to discover that she had played her piece perfectly. After all, her father had been correct.

What is the central theme of the preceding passage?

Accepted Answer

Practice makes perfect.

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Knowledge is powerful.

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Enjoy life while you can.

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We create our own happiness.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

When did you read that book?

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what time is dinner?

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where did you go?

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who wants a rootbeer float?

Question 7

When John was walking to his friend's house, he noticed a stranger approaching him. John was greeted by the man. John came to a halt and greeted the man, even though he didn't recognize him. The man invited John to accompany him to his car and demonstrate how to use his cellphone. Because he didn't know the man, John didn't think he should do it. He told him he didn't have time, but the man persisted. When John attempted to walk away, the man grabbed his arm and began dragging him back to his car. John screamed as loudly as he possibly could. A cop arrived and forced the man to flee from John. John then dashed to his friend's house and informed him of the incident. When his friend's mother walked outside to look for him, she noticed a police officer arresting the man. John was relieved that he had followed his mother's warnings about strangers.

What is the central theme of the preceding passage?

Accepted Answer

Beware of strangers

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Love your neighbor.

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Hard work can bring a great reward.

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Practice makes perfect.

Question 8

Before this incident, she _______ to the principal’s office many times.
What is the correct verb phrase?

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had been

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have been

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will have been

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has been

Question 9

2754 East Main Street
Jojo, TX 49256
May 24, 2013

Greetings, Mr. Alex!

I placed an order to your company for a Magic Racing Top. The toy was sent to me today in a severely damaged package. Before I opened the package, I snapped an image of it, which I am providing to you as proof of damage. The toy inside was broken, most likely as a result of package damage during shipping.

This toy was going to be a birthday present for one of my friends. I don't have enough time until his celebration to wait for a replacement toy, so I don't need it. I'd like to get my money refunded to me. Please supply a prepaid shipping label if you want me to return the broken item.

Thank you for taking care of things for me. I eagerly await your response and hope that we will be able to handle this issue to our satisfaction.

Sincerely,

Michael Brown

Choose the most accurate summary of the preceding letter.

Accepted Answer

Michael received a broken Magic Racing Top in a damaged package. Since the toy was a gift and there is no time to wait for a replacement, Michael wants his money back.

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Michael got a broken toy. He is mad. He wants a refund.

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Michael ordered a toy for his friend’s birthday. When the toy arrived, the package was damaged and the toy was broken. He doesn’t want a replacement toy because he doesn’t have enough time to wait on it. He wants a refund from the company.

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Michael bought a Magic Racing Top. The package was damaged during shipping. When he opened the package, the toy was broken. He doesn’t want a replacement. He wants a refund for the toy. He looks forward to hearing from Mr. Alex.

Question 10

They _______ it will be easy to run the mile.
Select the appropriate verb.

Accepted Answer

think

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thinks

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has thought

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will thinks