Grade 4 Science - June ’18

Sep 22, 2026

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Examination instructions for a Grade 4 Science assessment dated June 2018, outlining strict testing rules, prohibited use of communications devices, and procedures for recording answers. The test is organized into Part I with 30 multiple-choice questions answered on a separate answer sheet using a No. 2 pencil, and Part II with 15 open-ended questions answered directly in the booklet. It includes sample questions S-1 and S-2, scoring and grading expectations, and clear direction to wait before turning pages.

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Directions

Test structure: Part I and Part II

Part I: 30 multiple-choice questions

Sample questions (S-1, S-2)

Part II: 15 open-ended questions

Answering and timing rules

The possession or use of any communications device is strictly prohibited when taking this examination. If you have or use any communications device, no matter how briefly, your examination will be invalidated and no score will be calculated for you. Print your name and the name of your school on the lines above. The test has two parts. Parts I and II are in this test booklet. Part I contains 30 multiple-choice questions. Record your answers to these questions on the separate answer sheet. Use only a No. 2 pencil on your answer sheet. Part II consists of 15 open-ended questions. Write your answers to Part II in this test booklet. You will have as much time as you need to answer the questions. DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO. Copyright 2018 The UniversiTy of The sTaTe of new york The sTaTe eDUCaTion DeParTMenT aLBany, new york 12234 DIRECTIONS There are 30 questions on Part I of this test. Each question is followed by three or four choices, labeled A–D. Read each question carefully. Decide which choice is the best answer. On the separate answer sheet, mark your answer in the row of circles for each question by filling in the circle that has the same letter as the answer you have chosen. Use a No. 2 pencil to mark the answer sheet. Read Sample Question S-1 below. S-1 Frozen water is called A fog B ice C steam D vapor The correct answer is ice, which is next to letter B. On your answer sheet, look at the box showing the row of answer circles for Sample Question S-1 . See how the circle for letter B has been filled in. Grade 4 Science—June ’18 [2] Now read Sample Question S-2 . Mark your answer on the answer sheet in the box showing the row of answer circles for Sample Question S-2 . S-2 Which animal has wings? A bird B frog C mouse D rabbit The correct answer is bird, which is next to letter A. On your answer sheet, you should have filled in circle A. Answer all 30 questions on Part I of this test. Fill in only one circle for each question. Be sure to erase completely any answer you want to change. You may not know the answers to some of the questions, but do the best you can on each one. When you have finished Part I, go on to Part II. Answer all of the questions in Part II in the space for each question. Grade 4 Science—June ’18 [3] [OVER] Part I 1 Which life process is common to all living things? A reproduction B germination C hunting for food D pollinating flowers 2 A skunk’s odor is unpleasant to other animals. A monarch butterfly’s coloration warns birds of its bitter taste. These adaptations help these animals to A find water B find prey C seek shelter D avoid predators 3 The diagram below shows a polar bear that lives in a cold, snowy environment. Four of the polar bear’s body structures have been labeled. White fur Short tail Strong legs Which body structure provides camouflage for the polar bear in its environment? A rough tongue B strong legs C short tail D white fur Grade 4 Science—June ’18 [4] 4 When the food supply in an area decreases, many of the deer living there will A move to a new habitat B change their color C hibernate D reproduce 5 The diagram below shows the growth and development of an oak tree. Acorn (Seed) Seedling Sapling (Young tree) Adult tree (Not drawn to scale) This diagram shows a A life span B life cycle C food chain D food supply Grade 4 Science—June ’18 [5] [OVER] 6 The main purpose of a plant’s flower is to A soak up water B produce seeds C provide shelter D support the plant 7 Humans have hair and nails that are always growing. What provides the energy needed for this growth to occur? A wind B food C water D soil 8 A prairie dog whistles loudly when it senses danger. When it whistles, all of the prairie dogs nearby run and hide in their burrows. Which sense helps the other prairie dogs receive this warning? A hearing B sight C smell D taste 9 The di

FAQs

What is allowed when marking the Part I answer sheet?

Use only a No. 2 pencil to fill in circles on the separate answer sheet, one circle per question, and erase completely if changing an answer.

How is the test divided between Part I and Part II?

Part I contains 30 multiple-choice questions answered on the separate answer sheet. Part II consists of 15 open-ended questions answered in the test booklet.

What happens if a communications device is used during the exam?

If you have or use any communications device at any time during the exam, your examination will be invalidated and no score will be calculated.

Sep 22, 2026

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