This updated manual helps prepare fifth graders for the statewide ELA Assessment test. It is based on previous State testing and is consistent with the National Common Core Standards for ELA. It presents practice exercises and review sections for all of the test's question types. Also included are:

Two full-length practice tests with answers explained

A glossary of standards-based ELA terms

Practice exercises to improve test-taking skills

Editing exercises designed to improve performance on written response questions