Florida Standards Assessment — Questions and Answers

Question 1: Which sentence contains a simile?

The stars danced in the sky.
The classroom was a zoo.
Lightning struck the tree.
He was as quiet as a mouse. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: He was as quiet as a mouse.

A simile compares two things using "like" or "as," as in "as quiet as a mouse."

Question 2: Which words imply a compare-and-contrast structure in a passage?

different from, similar to, on the other hand, compared with, as well as (Correct answer)
the question is, problem, one answer is, solution
consequently, effect, cause, because, therefore, so
next, first, finally, then, second, followed by, after

Correct answer: different from, similar to, on the other hand, compared with, as well as

The word 'wildly' describes the manner in which the action of dancing was performed. It answers the question 'how did we dance?' Adverbs typically modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, and in this case, 'wildly' modifies the verb 'danced' to specify the quality of the action.

Question 3: What is the constant of proportionality, according to the graph?

1/3
5
3/5 (Correct answer)
3

Correct answer: 3/5

The constant of proportionality (k) for a proportional relationship represented by a graph is found by taking any point (x, y) on the line (excluding the origin) and calculating the ratio y/x. From the graph, a clear point is (5, 3), so the constant of proportionality is 3/5.

Question 4: In a story, who or what the story is about is called the ___.

Title
Character (Correct answer)
Setting
Cover

Correct answer: Character

A character is a person or animal that the story is about.

Question 5: Solve for x: 3x + 7 = 22

x = 4
x = 6
x = 5 (Correct answer)
x = 3

Correct answer: x = 5

Subtract 7 from both sides to get 3x = 15, then divide by 3 to get x = 5.

Question 6: In an argument, what is a counterclaim?

A concluding summary
A supporting detail
A restatement of the thesis
An opposing point of view (Correct answer)

Correct answer: An opposing point of view

A counterclaim presents the opposing side that the writer addresses.

Question 7: Which sentence uses a comma correctly?

We bought, apples oranges and pears.
We bought apples oranges and pears.
We bought apples, oranges, and pears. (Correct answer)
We, bought apples oranges pears.

Correct answer: We bought apples, oranges, and pears.

Commas separate items in a list of three or more things.

Question 8: Which word is an antonym for 'ancient'?

Aged
Historic
Old
Modern (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Modern

'Modern' means new or recent, the opposite of 'ancient.'

Question 9: Bong is 9 miles ahead of Jayr, who is traveling at 5.5 miles per hour while Jayr is traveling at 7 miles per hour. When Jayr finally catches Bong, how long will it take him?

6 hours (Correct answer)
8 hours
3 hours
4 hours

Correct answer: 6 hours

To find out how long it takes Jayr to catch Bong, first calculate their relative speed. Jayr is traveling at 7 mph and Bong at 5.5 mph, so Jayr is closing the gap at a rate of 7 - 5.5 = 1.5 mph. Since Bong is 9 miles ahead, divide the initial distance by the relative speed (9 miles / 1.5 mph) to find that it will take 6 hours.

Question 10: In scientific notation, how would you write 564,000,000?

5.64 x 10⁸ (Correct answer)
5.64 x 10⁻⁷
5.64 x 10⁶
56.4 x 10⁷

Correct answer: 5.64 x 10⁸

To write 564,000,000 in scientific notation, move the decimal point to the left until it is after the first non-zero digit, which is 5. This requires moving the decimal point 8 places. Since the original number is greater than 1, the exponent of 10 is positive and equal to the number of places moved, resulting in 5.64 x 10⁸.

Question 11: In a right triangle, one leg measures 6 and the hypotenuse measures 10. What is the length of the other leg?

9
6
8 (Correct answer)
4

Correct answer: 8

Using the Pythagorean theorem: a² + 6² = 10², so a² = 100 − 36 = 64, and a = 8.

Question 12: Which inequality best represents 'x is at most 5'?

x ≥ 5
x < 5
x ≤ 5 (Correct answer)
x > 5

Correct answer: x ≤ 5

'At most 5' means x cannot exceed 5, which is expressed as x ≤ 5.

Question 13: A proportional relationship is shown in the graph below. What is the constant of proportionality?

1/2 (Correct answer)
1
2
4

Correct answer: 1/2

The constant of proportionality (k) in a proportional relationship is found by dividing the y-coordinate by the x-coordinate (k = y/x) for any point on the line, excluding the origin. By selecting a clear point on the graph, such as (2, 1), we calculate k = 1/2. This constant represents the unit rate of the relationship.

Question 14: A rectangle has a length of 8 and width of 2. What is the perimeter?

10
24
16
20 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 20

Perimeter is 8 + 2 + 8 + 2 = 20.

Question 15: Shiela gave these clues to describe a number: three-digit odd numbers with a 6 in the hundreds place and a 3 in the tens place. Which number fits Shiela's description?

627
636
632
637 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 637

The number must be three digits, placing it between 100 and 999. A '6 in the hundreds place' means the number starts with 6, and a '3 in the tens place' means the next digit is 3, forming 63_. Finally, for the number to be odd, its last digit must be 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9. Of the options, 637 is the only number that fits all these criteria.

Question 16: An arithmetic sequence begins 3, 7, 11, 15, ... What is the 10th term?

39 (Correct answer)
41
43
40

Correct answer: 39

Using aₙ = a₁ + (n−1)d with a₁ = 3, d = 4, a₁₀ = 3 + 9(4) = 39.

Question 17: Which word is correctly spelled?

extrardinary
critisize
mispell
recommend (Correct answer)

Correct answer: recommend

These words are common signal words used in compare-and-contrast text structures. Phrases like 'different from' and 'on the other hand' highlight distinctions, while 'similar to' and 'as well as' emphasize commonalities. These terms help readers identify and analyze relationships between subjects.

Question 18: When I first realized that I would be getting a tooth pulled, I was terrified. The night before the procedure, I didn't get any sleep at all. I was scared that it might hurt too much for me to bear. When I sat in the dentist's chair, I was trembling. He assured me that procedure would be painless, but I had my reservations. I was given some medication by the dentist. My tooth was gone when I awoke, and I had no knowledge of what had happened. Which type of narration is used in the above passage?

First person (Correct answer)
Third person
Second person
Fourth person

Correct answer: First person

First-person narration is characterized by the use of pronouns like 'I,' 'me,' and 'my,' indicating that the story is told from the perspective of a character within the narrative. The passage uses phrases such as 'I was terrified,' 'I didn't get any sleep,' and 'my tooth was gone,' clearly showing the narrator is experiencing the events directly.

Question 19: Which sentence is a question?

The book is very long.
Please hand me the book.
I put your book on the shelf.
Where did you put my book? (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Where did you put my book?

A question asks something and ends with a question mark.

Question 20: Which of the following statements is capitalized correctly?

During World War I, Americans fought against German soldier. (Correct answer)
Many American soldiers received the Medal of honor during World War II.
The American revolution was fought against the British.
American Soldiers had to hike many miles during the war.

Correct answer: During World War I, Americans fought against German soldier.

This statement is capitalized correctly because it properly capitalizes proper nouns such as specific historical events ('World War I') and nationalities ('Americans,' 'German'). In contrast, the other options contain capitalization errors, such as 'Medal of honor' (should be 'Medal of Honor') or 'American revolution' (should be 'American Revolution').

Question 21: When an image, object, or person is used to represent a more profound emotion or feeling.

Symbolism (Correct answer)
Mood
Irony
Tone

Correct answer: Symbolism

Symbolism is a literary device where an object, person, or idea is used to represent something else, often a deeper, abstract concept or emotion. For instance, a dove might symbolize peace, or a red rose might symbolize love. This technique adds layers of meaning to a text beyond its literal interpretation.

Question 22: Which word correctly completes the sentence: "The team celebrated ___ victory."?

theirs
their (Correct answer)
there
they're

Correct answer: their

"Their" is the possessive form showing the victory belongs to the team.

Question 23: What is a theme that often appears in fables?

A list of facts
A lesson or moral (Correct answer)
A shopping list
A weather report

Correct answer: A lesson or moral

Fables usually teach a lesson or moral to the reader.

Question 24: What is the slope of the line passing through the points (2, 5) and (4, 9)?

4
3
2 (Correct answer)
1

Correct answer: 2

Slope = (9 - 5) / (4 - 2) = 4 / 2 = 2.

Question 25: I quarreled with my brother I don’t know what about, One thing led to another And somehow we fell out. The start of it was slight, The end of it was strong, He said he was right, I knew he was wrong! Michael Falcon is the author of this excerpt from "The Quarrel". What does the phrase underlined in this verse mean?

were pushed out
fell down
had a disagreement (Correct answer)
fainted

Correct answer: had a disagreement

In the context of the poem, 'I quarreled with my brother' and 'One thing led to another / And somehow we fell out,' the phrase 'fell out' is an idiom. It means to have a disagreement or argument with someone, which aligns perfectly with the preceding line about quarreling.

Question 26: What is the domain of f(x) = √(x − 4)?

x ≤ 4
x > 0
All real numbers
x ≥ 4 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: x ≥ 4

The expression under a square root must be non-negative, so x − 4 ≥ 0, which means x ≥ 4.

Question 27: When analyzing a poem, the term 'enjambment' refers to:

A comparison using 'like' or 'as'
The repetition of beginning consonant sounds
A line of poetry continuing into the next without a pause (Correct answer)
The rhythmic pattern of stressed syllables

Correct answer: A line of poetry continuing into the next without a pause

Enjambment occurs when a sentence or thought runs over from one line of verse to the next without terminal punctuation.

Question 28: Character vs. Character means

A character in conflict with societal
Internal/mental conflict
Two or more characters in conflict (Correct answer)
Environmental conflict such as a hurricane

Correct answer: Two or more characters in conflict

Character vs. Character refers to a type of external conflict in literature where two or more characters are in direct opposition to each other. This conflict can manifest through arguments, physical altercations, clashing personalities, or opposing goals. It is a fundamental element that drives the plot and often reveals aspects of the characters' motivations and values.

Question 29: Gives one or more possible solutions after describing a problem.

sequence
cause and effect
problem and solution (Correct answer)
compare and contrast

Correct answer: problem and solution

Correct answer: problem and solution Problem and solution tells about a problem, then gives one or more possible solutions.

Question 30: Which sentence correctly uses a comma after an introductory phrase?

After the game, we ate. (Correct answer)
After the, game we ate.
After, the game we ate.
After the game we ate.

Correct answer: After the game, we ate.

A comma follows an introductory phrase before the main clause.

Question 31: What is the triangle's perimeter?

27 inches
192 inches
43 inches (Correct answer)
31 inches

Correct answer: 43 inches

The perimeter of a triangle is the sum of the lengths of its three sides. Assuming the triangle has sides of 12 inches, 19 inches, and 12 inches (common for an isosceles triangle), adding these lengths together gives 12 + 19 + 12 = 43 inches.

Question 32: Read: 'After the rain stopped, a bright rainbow appeared in the sky.' What happened first?

The rain stopped (Correct answer)
The sky turned dark
The rainbow appeared
It started to snow

Correct answer: The rain stopped

The word 'after' shows that the rain stopping happened first.

Question 33: Which equation represents exponential growth?

y = −3x + 2
y = 2(1.5)ˣ (Correct answer)
y = 2x + 5
y = x²

Correct answer: y = 2(1.5)ˣ

Exponential growth has the form y = a · bˣ where b > 1; y = 2(1.5)ˣ fits this pattern.

Question 34: A car rental costs $25 per day plus $0.15 per mile. Which equation represents total cost C for d days and m miles?

C = (25 + 0.15)dm
C = 25 + 0.15(d + m)
C = 25d + 0.15m (Correct answer)
C = 25m + 0.15d

Correct answer: C = 25d + 0.15m

The daily rate applies to d days and the per-mile rate applies to m miles: C = 25d + 0.15m.

Question 35: Which inequality represents 'a number n is at least 10'?

n ≥ 10 (Correct answer)
n < 10
n > 10
n ≤ 10

Correct answer: n ≥ 10

'At least 10' means 10 or more, written as n ≥ 10.

Question 36: PSM Corporation barely made $200,000 the previous year, which was only two–thirds of the management's predicted income. How much earning did the management predict?

$30,000
$340,000
$300,000 (Correct answer)
$20,000

Correct answer: $300,000

The problem states that $200,000 was two-thirds (2/3) of the predicted income. To find the total predicted income, you can set up the equation (2/3) * P = $200,000, where P is the predicted income. To solve for P, multiply both sides of the equation by the reciprocal of 2/3, which is 3/2. So, P = $200,000 * (3/2) = $300,000.

Question 37: What is the theme of a story?

The central message or lesson (Correct answer)
The list of characters
The title page
The order of events

Correct answer: The central message or lesson

The theme is the underlying message or lesson the author wants readers to understand.

Question 38: What is -8 + 3?

5
-11
11
-5 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: -5

Adding 3 to -8 moves toward zero, giving -5.

Question 39: Tell me how to do it, teach me how to do something, or show me how to do it and: to clarify or make understandable

evaluate
opinion
selection
explain (Correct answer)

Correct answer: explain

To 'explain' means to make something clear or understandable to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or ideas. It involves teaching or showing how something works or what it means. This definition perfectly encapsulates the act of clarifying or making understandable.

Question 40: What is 456 + 289?

725
745 (Correct answer)
755
635

Correct answer: 745

456 plus 289 equals 745.

Question 41: A basketball team is on the market for new uniforms. The cost of each outfit is $24. The squad is looking to purchase 14 jerseys. Which calculation may be used to calculate the overall cost of the uniforms?

(24 × 10) + (24 × 4) = 240 + 96 (Correct answer)
(20 × 4) + (10 × 4) = 80 + 40
(24 × 4) + (4 × 14) = 96 + 56
(20 × 10) + (4 × 4) = 200 + 16

Correct answer: (24 × 10) + (24 × 4) = 240 + 96

The problem asks for a calculation to find the total cost of 14 jerseys at $24 each. Option D uses the distributive property of multiplication, breaking 14 into 10 + 4. This correctly calculates (24 × 10) + (24 × 4), which sums the cost of 10 jerseys and 4 jerseys to get the total for 14.

Question 42: What is 7 × 9?

56
62
72
63 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 63

7 times 9 equals 63.

Question 43: Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?

She likes to hike, swimming, and bike.
She likes hiking, to swim, and biking.
She likes hiking, swimming, and biking. (Correct answer)
She likes hike, swim, and to biking.

Correct answer: She likes hiking, swimming, and biking.

Parallel structure keeps items in a list in the same grammatical form.

Question 44: What event do the logos above represent?

the Olympic games (Correct answer)
a concert
a business conference
a theatrical performance

Correct answer: the Olympic games

The Olympic rings are the universal symbol of the Olympic Games, representing the union of the five continents and the meeting of athletes from around the world. If the logos presented are the Olympic rings or other official Olympic symbols, they unequivocally represent the Olympic Games.

Question 45: Ion creates the following expression. [(12 + 4) x 3] ÷ (m + 6) When m = 6, what is the value of Ion's expression?

12
8
6
4 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 4

To find the value of Ion's expression [(12 + 4) x 3] ÷ (m + 6) when m = 6, first substitute 6 for m. The expression becomes [(12 + 4) x 3] ÷ (6 + 6). Next, perform the operations inside the parentheses: (12 + 4) = 16 and (6 + 6) = 12. The expression simplifies to [16 x 3] ÷ 12. Then, calculate 16 x 3 = 48. Finally, divide 48 by 12, which equals 4.

Question 46: Which word is a compound word?

Sunshine (Correct answer)
Quickly
Happy
Running

Correct answer: Sunshine

"Sunshine" is made of two words, "sun" and "shine," joined together.

Question 47: The bag contains 12 shirts and 16 pants. What is the overall clothing to pants ratio? (in its simplest form)

12/16
7/4 (Correct answer)
28/16
16/28

Correct answer: 7/4

The total number of clothing items is the sum of shirts and pants: 12 + 16 = 28. The ratio of overall clothing to pants is then 28 to 16. To simplify this ratio, divide both numbers by their greatest common factor, which is 4. This yields a simplified ratio of 7/4.

Question 48: What is f(3) if f(x) = 2x² − x + 4?

19 (Correct answer)
13
17
25

Correct answer: 19

f(3) = 2(3²) − 3 + 4 = 2(9) − 3 + 4 = 18 − 3 + 4 = 19.

Question 49: In a story, what is the "setting"?

The main character
The time and place (Correct answer)
The lesson learned
The main problem

Correct answer: The time and place

The setting is when and where a story takes place.

Question 50: Which sentence demonstrates correct parallel structure?

She likes to read, writing, and paint.
She likes reading, writing, and painting. (Correct answer)
She likes read, write, and to paint.
She likes reading, to write, and painting.

Correct answer: She likes reading, writing, and painting.

Parallel structure requires the items in a series to share the same grammatical form, here all gerunds.

Question 51: What is the best strategy to summarize a passage?

Write the first paragraph only
Copy every sentence
Add your own opinions
Include only the main ideas and key details (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Include only the main ideas and key details

A good summary restates only the main ideas and most important details briefly.

Question 52: Solve for x: |2x − 3| = 7

x = −2 only
x = 2 or x = −5
x = 5 or x = −2 (Correct answer)
x = 5 only

Correct answer: x = 5 or x = −2

Setting 2x − 3 = 7 gives x = 5, and setting 2x − 3 = −7 gives x = −2, so both are solutions.

Question 53: A reader wants to determine an author's purpose in an informational article. The BEST strategy is to:

Identify the longest sentence
Look only at the title
Examine the central idea, tone, and the type of evidence presented (Correct answer)
Count the number of paragraphs

Correct answer: Examine the central idea, tone, and the type of evidence presented

Author's purpose is revealed by analyzing the central idea, tone, and supporting evidence together.

Question 54: What is √(36/49)?

36/49
12/14
6/7 (Correct answer)
7/6

Correct answer: 6/7

√36 = 6 and √49 = 7, so the square root of the fraction is 6/7.

Question 55: What is the main purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

To state the main idea (Correct answer)
To end the paragraph
To add a quotation
To list page numbers

Correct answer: To state the main idea

A topic sentence introduces the main idea that the rest of the paragraph supports.

Question 56: Factor the trinomial: x² + 5x + 6

(x + 2)(x + 3) (Correct answer)
(x − 2)(x − 3)
(x + 3)(x + 4)
(x + 1)(x + 6)

Correct answer: (x + 2)(x + 3)

Find two numbers that multiply to 6 and add to 5; those are 2 and 3, giving (x + 2)(x + 3).

Question 57: Receiving the trophy was exciting for Ivan and Kenny. What word can be substituted for the underlined words?

them (Correct answer)
they
her
we

Correct answer: them

The phrase 'Ivan and Kenny' functions as the object of the preposition 'for.' When replacing an object with a pronoun, the objective case pronoun is required. 'Them' is the correct objective pronoun for a plural group of people, making it the appropriate substitute for 'Ivan and Kenny.'

Question 58: When we went to the city, we saw senator Davis riding in a car in the parade. Which word should be capitalized?

we
parade
city
senator (Correct answer)

Correct answer: senator

The word 'senator' should be capitalized because it is used as a formal title directly preceding a person's name, 'Davis.' When a title is used as part of a proper noun, it functions as part of that specific individual's name and therefore requires capitalization. If 'senator' were used generally (e.g., 'a senator'), it would remain lowercase.

Question 59: Which of these is a multiple of 6?

28
32
42 (Correct answer)
20

Correct answer: 42

42 is a multiple of 6 because 6 × 7 = 42.

Question 60: How many millimeters are in 4 centimeters?

4 mm
400 mm
40 mm (Correct answer)
0.4 mm

Correct answer: 40 mm

There are 10 mm in 1 cm, so 4 cm = 40 mm.

Florida Standards Assessment

The Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) measures student achievement in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics for grades 3–10. ELA assessments cover reading comprehension and writing, while Math assessments cover grade-level number sense, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. The FSA was administered annually in Florida from 2015 through spring 2022, before transitioning to the FAST assessment system.

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