1. CELDT PRACTICE Writing Version A

2. WRITING CELDT assesses students’ writing skills in 24 items CELDT divides the writing assessment in two writing skills – Strategies and Applications – English language conventions CELDT assesses students’ ELD Proficiency using ELD Standards

3. Expected Writing ELD Proficiency Level Early Advanced Strategies and Applications Write persuasive compositions that structure ideas and arguments in a logical way with consistent use of standard grammatical forms. Write reflective compositions that explore the significance of events.

4. Expected Writing ELD Proficiency Level Early Advanced English Language Conventions Create coherent paragraphs through effective transitions. Revise writing for appropriate word choice, organization, consistent point of view, and transitions, with some variation in grammatical forms and spelling. Edit writing for grammatical structures and the mechanics of writing.

5. Question Format Grammar and Structure Students are asked multiple- choice questions Students’ answers are scored correct, incorrect, or no response Sample question

6. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 1.He must _____ the tree to reach the oranges. a. climbed b. climb c. plant d. replant

7. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 2. Robert _____ to the park to meet his friend. a. ran b. walk c. speed d. go

8. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 3. Ruth is ______ than Paco. a. fast b. slow c. next d. faster

9. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 4. The children ____ walking to school this morning. a. was b. is c. were d. wasn’t

10. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 5. Sunday’s game ____ the best game of the season. a. were b. is c. was d. with

11. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 6. _____ science teacher is Ms. Beck. a. Mine b. my c. My d. mine

12. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 7. Several of my coins ____ on the floor. a. fell b. falling c. fall d. falls

13. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 8. One problem with ____ toys is that they are too small. a. this b. theses c. This d. these

14. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 9. ____ boy didn’t understand the question. a. this b. This c. They d. These

15. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 10. ____ girl didn’t understand the question. a. These b. That c. Those d. Them

16. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 11. Give Carlos a copy of the homework when you see ____. a. her b. him c. them d. his

17. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 12. These textbooks belong to ____ students. a. this b. that c. those d. she

18. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 13. The boys _____ get out because the door is locked. a. can b. will c. are d. can’t

19. Grammar and Structure Directions Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence. 14. Someone ____ to sweep the floor because is dirty. a. will b. needs c. is d. knows

20. Question Format Sentences Students are asked to write a sentence based on a drawing Students’ answers are scored on a 3-point sentence rubric Sample question

21. Sentences Directions 15. Write a sentence that describes what is happening in the picture.

22. Sentences Directions 16. Write a sentence that describes what is happening in the picture.

23. Sentences Directions 17. Write a sentence that describes what is happening in the picture.

24. Sentences Directions 18. Write a sentence that describes what is happening in the picture.

25. Sentences Directions 19. Write a sentence that describes what is happening in the picture.

26. Sentences Directions 20. Write a sentence that describes what is happening in the picture.

27. Question Format Short Composition Students are asked to write a short essay based on a given topic Students’ answers are scored on a 4-point short composition rubric Sample question

28. Short Composition Directions You will write a short essay about a given topic. Think about what you will write before you write it. Use descriptions, details, and examples to make your writing interesting. Your short essay should have a beginning, a middle, and an end. Write at least three complete sentences. Pay attention to grammar, capital letters, punctuation, and spelling. Make your writing clear. Do not write outside the box.

29. Sentences Directions 21. Write a paragraph that describes something you learned in school and how it helped you in life.

30. Writing-Sentences 15 16 17

31. Writing-Sentences 18 19 20

32. Short Compositions 21