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 Items
Objective 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. 2,3,6,9
d. 1,2,3,6,9,18
Which of these is a prime number?
a.
b.
c.
d.
27
39
33
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.
b.
c.
d.
The figure is a cone.
The figure has 4 faces.
The figure has 2 rectangular faces.
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
b. 5/12
c. 1/3
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)
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Halfway
Median
Number sentence
Numerator
Ordered pair
Relationship
Math TAKS test is……
Monday,
th
April 4
• 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 gridded
answers 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
th
28
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.