Praxis Core Academic Skills Practice Quiz — 20 Free Sample Questions
The Praxis Core Academic Skills tests assess the fundamental reading, writing, and math skills that teacher candidates need before entering an educator preparation program. Required in most states for admission to teacher education, the three tests evaluate college-level academic competency. Our quiz targets the core concepts across all three Praxis Core tests.
Which sentence contains a subject-verb agreement error?
About the Praxis Core Academic Skills
The Praxis Core consists of three separate tests: Reading (5713), Writing (5723), and Mathematics (5733). The Reading test has 56 questions in 85 minutes and measures literary comprehension, inference, argument analysis, and vocabulary in context using passages from various genres. The Writing test has two parts: 40 selected-response questions (40 minutes) covering grammatical relationships, sentence correction, and revision in context, plus two essay tasks — an argumentative essay and an informative/explanatory essay (60 minutes total). The Mathematics test has 56 questions in 85 minutes covering number and quantity, algebra and functions, geometry and data, and statistics and probability. Each test is scored on a scale of 100-200, with most states requiring 150-162 to pass, though requirements vary. The Core tests are designed to be accessible to college graduates, but many candidates underestimate them — particularly the Writing essays and the Mathematics test, which covers topics from basic algebra through data analysis. About 15-20% of candidates fail at least one Core test on the first attempt. Preparation is most effective with official ETS practice materials combined with targeted content review. For Mathematics, brush up on data interpretation, probability, and algebra. For Writing, practice timed essays and review grammar rules for subject-verb agreement, modifiers, and parallelism.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three Praxis Core tests?
Praxis Core Reading (5713), Praxis Core Writing (5723), and Praxis Core Mathematics (5733). Each is taken separately.
What scores do I need to pass Praxis Core?
Passing scores vary by state, typically ranging from 150-162 on a 100-200 scale. Check your specific state's requirements.
Can I take all three Praxis Core tests on the same day?
Yes, many testing centers allow you to take all three in one day, though this is demanding. You can also schedule them separately.
How does Praxis Core differ from Praxis Subject tests?
Praxis Core measures foundational academic skills for teacher candidates generally. Praxis Subject tests measure specific content knowledge for the subject you will teach.