i-Ready Diagnostic Kindergarten – 1st Grade Sample Questions
The i-Ready Diagnostic is an adaptive online test that is intended to show your child’s understanding of Math and Reading and help figure out what your child is ready to learn next. As an adaptive test, questions will get easier or harder depending on how your child is progressing on the test. Questions may range up to three grade levels above your child’s current grade.
The i-Ready Diagnostic is given in the following order for children in kindergarten and 1st Grade.
Math
- Algebra and Algebraic Thinking – This section assesses a student’s understanding of foundational algebraic concepts, including patterns, relationships, and basic functions. Students are introduced to simple equations and problem-solving strategies.
- Numbers and Operations – In this section, students are tested on their ability to recognize and work with numbers, including counting, comparing, adding, and subtracting. The focus is on developing a strong number sense and understanding the concept of basic arithmetic operations.
- Geometry – The Geometry section evaluates students’ knowledge of basic geometric shapes and their properties. Students learn to identify, classify, and manipulate shapes, as well as explore spatial relationships and patterns.
- Measurement and Data – This section covers fundamental concepts related to measurement and data, such as length, weight, time, and temperature. Students learn how to use different tools and units for measurement and practice interpreting and representing data in various forms.
Reading
- Phonics – The Phonics section focuses on developing a student’s ability to recognize and decode letters and their corresponding sounds. This foundational skill is essential for reading and spelling proficiency.
- Phonological Awareness – In this section, students develop their awareness of the sounds in spoken language. They practice identifying and manipulating sounds, including blending, segmenting, and rhyming, which are crucial for successful reading and writing.
- High-Frequency Words – This section targets a student’s ability to recognize and read high-frequency words or sight words that appear commonly in texts. Mastery of high-frequency words promotes reading fluency and comprehension.
- Vocabulary – The Vocabulary section assesses a student’s understanding of a wide range of words, their meanings, and their usage in context. Developing a strong vocabulary is essential for reading comprehension and effective communication.
- Comprehension: Literature – In this section, students are tested on their ability to understand and interpret literary texts, such as stories, poems, and plays. They learn to analyze characters, settings, and events, as well as identify themes and central messages.
- Comprehension: Informational Text – This section focuses on evaluating a student’s ability to comprehend informational texts, such as articles, reports, and nonfiction books. Students practice identifying main ideas, supporting details, text structures, and author’s purpose in various types of informational texts.
Below you will find sample questions that are representative of kindergarten and 1st grade questions your child will see on the test but are not taken directly from the actual i-Ready Diagnostic that is being administered this year.
- Which choice has a short ‘o’ sound?
- Which picture matches the word?
- Which picture is something you do NOT see underwater?
- Which thing is in both pictures?
- How many hearts do you see?
- Which triangle is the smallest?
- What is the name of the coin shown below?
- What number sentence matches the picture below?
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