Fifth Grade Math & Science

TAKS

TEST FORMAT: Math

• Test includes booklet and a separate answer document.

• Most questions are multiple-choice with four answer choices.

• Not here may be used as a choice.• Limited number of open-ended

griddable items on test.• Strongly encouraged to use

mathematics chart attached to test.

TAKS Blueprint

TAKS objectives Number of ItemsObjective 1: Numbers, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning

11

Objective 2:

Patterns, Relationships, and Algebraic Reasoning

7

Objective 3:

Geometry and Spatial Reasoning

7

Objective 4:

Measurement

7

Objective 5: Probability and Statistics

4

Objective 6: Mathematical Processes and Tools

8

Total number of items 44

Objective 1:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of numbers, operations, and quantitative reasoning.

The student is expected to:• read, write, compare and order whole numbers and

decimals.• generate equivalent fractions.• add and subtract whole numbers and decimals.• multiply and divide whole numbers.• identify prime and common factors of a set of whole

numbers.• add and subtract fractions with like and unlike

denominators.

Objective 1 Example

Mrs. Reyes is shopping for new clothes. She has $50 to spend. She wants to buy a shirt for $18.39, shorts for $22.64, and a hat for $5.27. All prices include tax. How much money will she have left after paying for these three items?

a. $46.30 c. $8.97 b. $31.61 d. $3.70

Objective 2:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of patterns, relationships, and algebraic reasoning.

The student is expected to:• use lists, tables, charts and diagrams to find

patterns and make generalizations.• identify prime and composite numbers.• use pictures to make generalizations about

determining all possible combinations.• select from and use diagrams and number

sentences to represent real-life situations.

Objective 2 Example

Which list shows all the factors of the composite number 18?

a. 1,2,3,4,18 b. 2,9

c. 2,3,6,9d. 1,2,3,6,9,18

Which of these is a prime number?

a. 27b. 39c. 33d. 29

Objective 3:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of geometry and spatial reasoning.

The student is expected to:• identify critical attributes, including parallel,

perpendicular and congruent parts of shapes and solids.

• use critical attributes to define geometric shapes or solids.

• sketch the results of translations, rotations, and reflections.

• locate and name points on a coordinate grid using ordered pairs of whole numbers.

Objective 3 Example

Look at the figure below.

Which statement about this figure is true?

a. The figure is a cone.b. The figure has 4 faces.c. The figure has 2 rectangular faces.d. The figure has no vertices.

Objective 4:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and uses of measurement.

The student is expected to:• describe numerical relationships between units.

of measure within the same measurement system, such as an inch is 1/12 of a foot.

• measure volume using cubic units.• measure to solve problems involving length,

weight, capacity, time temperature, and area.

Objective 4 Example

Mike wants to watch a movie on television. The movie starts at 8:00 p.m. and is 135 minutes long. What time will the movie end?

a. 9:35 p.m.b. 10:00 p.m.c. 10:15 p.m.d. 10:35 p.m.

Objective 5:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of probability and statistics.

The student is expected to:• use fractions to describe the results of an

experiment.• use tables of related number pairs to make line

graphs.• graph a given set of data using an appropriate

graphical representation, such as a picture or line.

• describe characteristics of data presented in tables and graphs.

Objective 5 Example

Valerie has 5 pens, 4 markers, and 3 pencils in her backpack. If Valerie reaches into her backpack and pulls out something to write with without looking, what is the probability that it will be a pencil?

a. 3/4 c. 1/3b. 5/12 d. 1/4

**Note: Students should be able to recognize a

fraction in simplified form.

Objective 6:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the mathematical processes and tools used in problem solving.

The student is expected to:• identify math in everyday situations.• relate informal language to mathematical language and

symbols.• make generalizations from patterns or sets of examples

and nonexamples.• select or develop an appropriate problem solving

strategy, including drawing a table, picture, working backwards, guessing and checking.

• use the problem-solving model to make a plan, carry out the plan, and then evaluate the solution.

Objective 6 Example

A theater has 12 rows with 15 seats in each row. If 108 seats are occupied, which of the following shows a way to find the number of empty seats in the theater?

a. Subtract 108 from the product of 15 and 12 b. Subtract 15 from the product of 108 and 12 c. Add 108 to the product of 15 and 12 d. Add 15 to the product of 108 and 12

Some vocabulary to review…

• Approximate• Composite

numbers• Coordinate grid• Coordinates• Cubic units• Denominator• Factor(s)

• Halfway• Median• Number sentence• Numerator• Ordered pair• Relationship

Math TAKS test is……

Monday, April 4th

• 2nd administration is May 17th

• 3rd administration is June 28th

What can you do at home?

• Check and Review homework with your child.

• Identify math in everyday situations and discuss with your child.

• Encourage the use of strategies on all math assignments.

• Work through and discuss objective packets with your child.

TEST FORMAT: Science

• Test includes booklet and a separate answer document.

• Most questions are multiple-choice with four answer choices.

• Limited number of griddedanswers as well as cluster questions.

• It will cover science TEKS from grades 2, 3, 4, and 5.

Science Blueprint

Science TAKS Objective 1

• The student will understand the nature of science.– Scientific process– Science safety– Critical thinking and scientific problem

solving– Using a variety of tools and methods

Objective 1 Example

Science TAKS Objective 2

• The student will demonstrate an understanding of the life sciences.– Characteristics of plants and animals– Living organisms needs for survival– Patterns and cycles of nature– Adaptations– Inherited traits

Objective 2 Example

Science TAKS Objective 3

• The student will demonstrate an understanding of the physical sciences.– Forces– Matter– energy

Objective 3 Example

Science TAKS Objective 4

• The student will demonstrate an understanding of earth sciences.– Earth’s changing surface– Weather– Cycles such as seasons, lunar, and

nitrogen– Weathering and erosion

Objective 4 Example

Science Vocabulary

• Vocabulary from Red Study Guide

• Vocabulary Website

• Flashcard Website

Science TAKS test is……

April 28th

What can you do at home?

• Check and Review homework with your child.

• Go over and discuss your child’s weekly Science Packets

• Encourage the use of strategies on all science assignments. (Show your work.)

• Study for warm-up quizzes.