ITBS Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) 5th Grade 5

Question 1

A recipe requires 2½ cups of flour. If you want to make half the recipe, how much flour do you need?

Accepted Answer

1¼ cups

Answer

Half of 2½ = 2.5 ÷ 2 = 1.25 = 1¼ cups.

Question 2

Which type of figurative language compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'?

Accepted Answer

Simile

Answer

A simile makes a comparison using the words 'like' or 'as' (e.g., 'fast as lightning').

Question 3

What is the main purpose of the United States Constitution?

Accepted Answer

To establish the framework of government and protect citizens' rights

Answer

The Constitution establishes the structure of the federal government and guarantees fundamental rights.

Question 4

Which of the following numbers is a prime number?

Accepted Answer

41

Answer

41 has no factors other than 1 and itself, making it a prime number.

Question 5

Read the passage: 'Despite the storm, the lighthouse keeper maintained the light, guiding ships safely.' What is the keeper's main trait?

Accepted Answer

Dedication

Answer

Maintaining the light despite a storm shows the keeper's dedication and responsibility.

ITBS - Iowa Test of Basic Skills Exam Practice Test