THEA THEA Test Overview & Registration 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the passing score for the Writing section of the THEA Test?
- 210
- 220 (Correct answer)
- 230
- 240
Correct answer: 220
A score of 220 is required to pass the Writing section of the THEA Test.
Question 2: How many multiple-choice questions are in the Writing section of the THEA Test?
- 30
- 35
- 40 (Correct answer)
- 45
Correct answer: 40
The Writing section includes 40 multiple-choice questions plus one essay.
Question 3: What additional component does the Writing section include beyond multiple-choice questions?
- An oral presentation
- A research paper
- An essay (Correct answer)
- A portfolio
Correct answer: An essay
The Writing section requires students to write an essay in addition to answering multiple-choice questions.
Question 4: How many multiple-choice questions are on the Reading section of the THEA Test?
- 35
- 40 (Correct answer)
- 45
- 48
Correct answer: 40
The Reading section of the THEA Test contains 40 multiple-choice questions.
Question 5: Which assessment replaced the THEA Test in Texas?
- TAKS
- TSI Assessment (Correct answer)
- SAT
- ACT
Correct answer: TSI Assessment
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment replaced the THEA Test as the primary college readiness assessment in Texas.
Question 6: A student who scores below passing on a THEA section must typically:
- Retake the entire THEA Test
- Enroll in developmental education courses for that skill area (Correct answer)
- Transfer to a different university
- Appeal directly to the state board
Correct answer: Enroll in developmental education courses for that skill area
Students who do not pass a THEA section are placed in developmental education courses to strengthen their skills.
THEA THEA Test Overview & Registration 2
What is the passing score for the Writing section of the THEA Test?