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What’s on the Exam?
First, let’s talk about the questions on the Praxis Core Writing test. There are 40 selected-response questions and two essays, and the time limit for the test is 100 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes).
Selected-response questions can appear in several different forms:
- Single-selection multiple-choice
- Selecting ALL correct answers from a list of choices
- Selecting the correct answer from a drop-down menu
- Clicking parts of a graphic such as a map or a chart
- Dragging and dropping answers into a targeted area on the screen
Let’s take a closer look at the two sections of the Praxis Core Writing test:
1. Text Types, Purposes, and Production
60% of the exam
- Supporting claims using relevant and sufficient evidence
- Writing clearly and coherently
- Examining and conveying complex ideas and information
- Developing and strengthening writing
- Revising and editing
2. Language and Research Skills for Writing
40% of the exam
- Conventions of standard English grammar and usage
- Conventions of standard English capitalization and punctuation
- Recognizing and applying research skills and strategies
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How to Register
To register for the test, you’ll need to create an account on the ETS website. Once your account has been created, you can submit your application to take the test.
When you submit your registration, you will need to pay the $90 testing fee.
The good news is that you might be able to get a fee waiver, if you meet ALL of these requirements:
- You are receiving financial aid
- You are an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student
- You can provide a current FAFSA Student Aid Report that shows an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $3,000 or less
- You are required to take the test by an authorized score recipient
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Praxis Scores
The Praxis Core Writing test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
For every question you answer correctly, you get one point added to your raw score. At the end of the test, your final raw score will be converted to a scaled score. This scaled score will range somewhere between 100 and 200.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone that takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
Receiving Your Score
When you receive your skill report, it will tell you how many questions you missed in each section and generally whether you passed or not.
Your scores will become available on your Praxis account on the score reporting date. When you get the score back depends on the testing date.
Online Praxis Core Prep Course
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- Review Lessons Covering Every Topic
- 1,450+ Praxis Core Practice Questions
- More than 550 Digital Flashcards
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FAQs
How many questions are on the Praxis Core Writing test?
The test contains 40 selected-response questions and two essays.
What is the time limit for the Praxis Core Writing test?
The test is timed at 100 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes).
What is the passing score for the Praxis Core Writing test?
The passing score requirements vary from state to state.
How much does the Praxis Core Writing test cost?
The testing fee is $90.
