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WRITING
PROFICIENCY TEST
#2
GRADE 2
TEACHER SCRIPT
PARTS 1 & 2
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SECOND GRADE WRITING PROFICIENCY TEST #2
TEACHER SCRIPT
The Second Grade Writing Proficiency Test #2 assesses writing and grammar objectives
addressed in LINKS during the third, fourth and fifth six-week grading periods.
Although the test was designed to be read by the students, it is not intended to assess
reading skills. Therefore, if you feel that it is better to read the test questions
as well as the directions to your students, you may do so. The writing
proficiency tests are un-timed but were designed to last approximately one class period.
Individual campuses can decide how much time to take. If giving the test in two days,
we suggest you give Part One on one day and Part Two on the next day.
In order to ensure a uniform administration across the district, it is important that you
read aloud WORD FOR WORD the material that is printed in bold
type and preceded by the word “SAY.” You may repeat the directions as many times
as needed. The material in italics is information for you and should not be read to the
students.
PART 1
SAY
Today you are going to take a writing test that covers
what we’ve been studying in writing during the third, fourth and
fifth six weeks. I am going to give each of you a test booklet.
When you get your booklet, do not
open it or write on it.
Distribute a booklet to each student.
SAY
Print your first and last name in the space marked
“STUDENT NAME” on your test booklet.
Students should write their first and last names on the booklet.
SAY
You are about to take Part 1 of the Writing Proficiency
Test. Before you begin the test, we’ll answer some sample
questions and practice marking the answers.
To answer a question, fill in the circle in your booklet
that is by the right answer. If you change your mind, erase
the circle as completely as you can. Open your booklet to
page one. On pages one and two, you will find the sample
questions. They are marked S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, and S6.
Check that students have found the right place in their test
booklets.
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SAY
Look at question S1. Above S1 there is a short passage which I
will read to you as you follow along.
Krista is a 2nd grader. She wrote this story about a new girl in
her class. Krista wants you to read her story and think about
what she should revise to make the story better. Read the
passage and then answer the question that follows.
(1) There is a new girl in my class (2) she likes to do math.
(3) She is really good at it!
The passage is followed by the question, “What change, if any,
should be made in sentence 1?” Look only at sentence number
one for possible mistakes as you read each of the answer
choices. Then choose the right answer by filling in the circle by
your choice.
Check to make sure that students are marking their answers
correctly in their booklets. When everyone is ready, continue.
The mistake in sentence number one is that it does not have an
ending punctuation mark. It needs a period after class. You
should have marked C. Does anyone have any questions?
Answer all questions before continuing.
SAY
Did everyone fill in the circle with a neat, dark mark?
When students are ready, continue.
SAY
Now look at sample question S2. When we write a sentence, it is
important to go back and reread the sentence to make sure it is
correct. As you read, you should check for capital letters at the
beginning of sentences and proper names of people, places, and
things. You should also check for end punctuation like periods,
questions marks, and exclamation marks. There are four
sentences at S2.
S2. Read each sentence carefully. Which one of the
following sentences has no mistakes?
A.
B.
C.
D.
School started on tuesday this year.
Today is my birthday.
I cant do that.
what is your name?
Choose the right answer by filling in the circle by your choice.
When everyone is ready, continue.
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SAY
The sentence in S2 that has no mistakes is B. Does anyone have
any questions?
Answer all questions before continuing.
SAY
Look at sample question S3. When we write a sentence, it is
important to make sure that we spell as many words correctly as
we can.
S3. Read the following sentence carefully. Some of the
words are in bold print. Think about how each of the
words should be spelled. Then find the word in bold
print that is not spelled correctly.
I have many books in my clozet that I can read really
well.
Choose the correct answer by filling in the circle below your
choice.
The word in sample S3 that is not spelled correctly is
clozet, answer choice C. Does anyone have any questions?
Answer all questions before continuing.
SAY
Now turn to page two and look at sample question S4. When we
write sentences, it is important to try to spell as many words
correctly as we can. One way to do this is to get in the habit of
going back to check the spelling of the words we write. Listen as
I read the directions for S4.
S4. Read the following sentence carefully. Think about the
missing word and how to spell it correctly. Mark the
circle by your choice.
“Mrs. Gensmer says we should always use a
(bookmark) in our library books.”
The correct way to spell “bookmark” is the one at
answer choice D. Does anyone have any questions?
Answer all questions before continuing.
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SAY
Now look at S5. Listen as I read the directions.
S5. Read the following sentence carefully. What is the BEST
way to end this sentence?
Mark left his bicycle A. under his bed.
B. in the driveway.
C. in the neighbor’s tree.
D. on the freeway.
Choose the correct answer by filling in the circle by your choice.
The BEST way to end this sentence is answer choice B, “in
the driveway.” Does anyone have any questions?
Answer all questions before continuing.
SAY
Let’s look at the last sample question, S6.
S6. Read the following question and choose the correct
abbreviation for the word written in bold print.
“What is the correct abbreviation for Doctor?”
Choose the correct answer by filling in the circle by your choice.
The correct abbreviation for Doctor is answer choice C, “Dr.”.
Does anyone have any questions?
Answer all questions before continuing.
SAY
Now we are ready to begin the test. Turn to page three in
your booklet. I will read the directions for each part of the
test. You are to read the questions and the answer
choices by yourself. Remember to mark the correct answer by
filling in the circle by your choice. If you make a mistake, erase
the wrong choice as completely as you can. Then fill in the circle
by the correct answer. If you need help with a word, raise your
hand and wait for me to come to your desk.
The first three questions assess the students’ ability to edit for the
appropriate word usage with spelling (common words), capitalization, and
punctuation..
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SAY
Listen as I read the directions and the passage for questions 1
through 3. Follow along as I read what is in small print.
Jose wrote a short story for his teacher. Before he turns it in,
he wants you to read it and think about the corrections he
should make. Read the passage and then answer the
questions that follow.
(1) What kinds of toys do you like. (2) There are toys that you
can bild with. (3) There are table games. (4) action figures
and dolls are favorites, too.
Now read questions 1 through 3. Look at the sentence in the
story that matches the sentence number in the question. Choose
the correct answer by filling in the circle by your choice. When
you are finished, put your pencil down and wait for the rest of
the directions.
Monitor the students to see when to start the next section.
The next four questions assess the students’ ability to recognize
correct capitalization and punctuation.
SAY
Turn to page four. Listen as I read the directions for questions 4
through 6.
Read the following sentences. Choose the answer that is
written with the correct capitalization and punctuation.
Mark your answer by filling in the circle by your choice.
Now read questions 4 through 6. Choose the correct answer by
filling in the circle by your choice. When you are finished, put
your pencil down and wait for the rest of the directions.
Monitor the students to see when they are finished with this section. The
next four questions assess the students’ ability to spell words with regular
patterns and contractions
SAY
The next set of directions is for questions 7 through 10.
Read the following sentences. Some words are written
in bold print. Find the word written in bold print in each
sentence that is not spelled correctly. Choose the correct
answer by filling in the circle below your choice.
Monitor the students to see when they are finished with this section. The
next four questions assess students’ ability to spell compound words and
contractions correctly.
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SAY
Turn to page five. The next set of directions is for questions 11
through 14. Listen and follow along as I read.
Read the following sentences carefully. Think about what
the sentence is saying. Then look at the words underneath
each sentence. Decide which of the four choices is the correct
way to spell the missing word. Choose the correct answer by
filling in the circle by your choice.
When you have finished questions 11 through 14,
put your pencil down and wait for the next set of directions.
Monitor the students to see when they are finished with this
section. The next four questions assess students’ ability to use
prepositional phrases to explain or elaborate ideas.
SAY
Turn to page six. The next set of directions is for questions 15
through 18. Listen as I read.
Read each sentence carefully. Then read the four answer
choices that follow. Decide which group of words would
make the sentence sound the BEST. Choose the correct
answer by filling in the circle by your choice.
When you have finished questions 15 through 18, put your pencil
down and wait for the next set of directions.
Monitor the students to see when they are finished with this
Section. The next four questions assess students’ ability to use
abbreviations correctly.
SAY
Turn to page seven. Listen as I read the directions for questions
19 through 22.
Read the next four questions carefully. One word in each
sentence is in bold print. Look at the four answer choices and
find the one that is the BEST abbreviation for the word in bold
print. Then choose the correct answer by filling in the circle
by your choice.
When you have finished questions 19 through 22, put your pencil
down and wait for the next set of directions.
Monitor the students to see when they’re through with this
section. The last five questions assess students’ ability to refine ideas for
descriptive, informative, and expressive compositions.
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SAY
Turn to page eight. The next set of directions is for questions 23
through 27. Listen as I read what is written in slanted print.
Debbie is a 2nd grader. She wrote this story about her visit to
the dentist. Debbie wants you to read her story and think
about what she should revise to make the story better. Read
the passage and then answer the question that follows.
A Good Dentist
(1) A dentist are an important person. (2) Pat wright is a
good dentist. (3) Dr. Wright does many jobs. (4) She cleans
people’s teeth with a tooth brush. (5) She fixes teeth. (6)
She teaches people how to care for their teeth. (7) dr Wright
is a friendly person. (8) She gives me a toy when I come to
visit. (9) She always smiles and says, “Good work! (10) You
took such good care of your teeth.” (11) Dr. Wright says,
“Remember to brush every day.” (12) When we leave, she
waves good-bye and says, “See you next time, Debbie.”
Now read questions 23 through 27. Look at the sentence in the
story that matches the sentence number in the question. Choose
the correct answer by filling in the circle by your choice. When
you are finished, put your pencil down and wait for the rest of
the directions.
Monitor the students to see when they are finished.
SAY
This completes Part One of the test. Please close your test
booklets and wait for directions on how to hand them in.
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PART 2
Part 2 was designed to be administered on the second day of testing. In this section of
the Writing Proficiency Test, students will produce a writing sample consistent with the
writing focus in the LINKS during the third, fourth and fifth six weeks, informative
writing. The writing should indicate that students have developed an understanding of
a beginning, a middle, and an ending. Descriptive and expressive elements should
appear. A sample prompt and a rubric have been provided.
SAY
In Part 2 of the writing test you will write a composition
on a topic given to you in your writing booklet. It is
important that you follow the directions in the booklet.
Distribute the test booklets for Part 2.
SAY
Write your first and last name on the line that says
“STUDENT NAME.”
Make sure students have written their first and last name on the booklet
before you continue.
Open your booklet to page one.
Think about a favorite game that you like to play.
Think about the steps you follow to play that game.
Follow along while I read the writing prompt to you.
“Explain to your classmates how you play your favorite
game. Tell what you do first. Then tell about the other
steps you take to play your favorite game.”
The information in the box below will help you
remember what you should think about when you
write your composition.
“REMEMBER—YOU SHOULD
o write about how to play your favorite game
o make sure each sentence helps the reader understand
what you are saying
o write about your ideas in detail so the reader will
understand what you are saying
o try to use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation,
grammar, and complete sentences.”
When you are finished, stay in your seat and raise your
hand. I will come to your desk to collect your test booklet.
Are there any questions?
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Second Grade Writing Rubric
Purpose:


Organization:
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

Consistently
Frequently
Sometimes
Almost
Never
Never
10
9-8
7-5
4-1
0
10
10
9-8
9-8
7-5
7-5
4-1
4-1
0
0
10
9-8
7-5
4-1
0
Used appropriate
transitional words
appropriate for
writing sample.
Composition is
focused on topic
sentence.
10
9-8
7-5
4-1
0
10
9-8
7-5
4-1
0
Information about
experience is
presented.
Information is
arranged logically.
Has a beginning, a
middle and an
end.
Clearly identifies
events of story.
Focus:

Details:

Contribute to the
development of
the idea.
10
9-8
7-5
4-1
0

Provide
information, clarify
content, and
evoke images of
experience.
Uses correct
grammar,
punctuation,
capitalization.
Spelling (basic
words)
Uses correct
spacing,
letter formation,
letter size.
10
9-8
7-5
4-1
0
15
14-11
10-7
6-1
0
5
4
3-2
1
0
Conventions:
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Revised 7/2004
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Test Key, Objective and Targets Tested Per Item
Name of Test:
Part: __1 _
Proficiency Writing Test #2
Year: 2009-2010
Grade: __2___
Item Key Target Obj. Item Key Target Obj.
1.
C
2.18D
6
21.
D
2.15D
6
2.
A
2.18D
6
22.
A
2.15D
6
3.
B
2.15C
6
23.
B
2.14B
4
4.
C
2.15D
6
24.
A
2.14B
4
5.
D
2.15D
6
25.
C
2.14B
4
6.
A
2.15D
6
26.
B
2.14B
4
7.
B
2.18D
5
27.
A
2.14B
4
8.
A
2.18D
5
28.
9.
B
2.18D
5
29.
10.
D
2.18D
5
30.
11.
C
2.16B
6
31.
12.
A
2.16B
6
32.
13.
D
2.16B
6
33.
14.
D
2.16B
6
34.
15.
D
LLA
5
35.
16.
A
LLA
5
36.
17.
D
LLA
5
37.
18.
B
LLA
5
38.
19.
A
2.15D
6
39.
20.
D
2.15D
6
40.
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