ELPAC Listening Domain [Overview]

What is the main goal of the Listening domain in a test setting?

• To test writing skills

• To evaluate reading comprehension

• To assess listening and comprehension of spoken English

• To measure mathematical ability

What types of tasks are included in the Listening domain?

• Only written essays

• Stand-alone questions and sets with conversations or presentations

• Only multiple-choice questions

• Only oral presentations

What do the oral presentations in the Listening domain mimic?

• Written essays

• Mathematical problems

• Language used in school-based social interactions

• Scientific experiments

How many answer choices do all Listening questions have?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the purpose of including appropriate context in conversations and presentations?

• To confuse the listener

• To make the content longer

• To ensure the meaning is clear

• To reduce the number of questions

What do the questions in the Listening domain test?

• Memorization of small details

• Comprehension of important parts of the oral presentation

• Ability to write essays

• Knowledge of historical facts

In which grades is the Listening domain administered?

• Grades 1-3

• Grades 4-5

• Grades 6-8

• Grades 9-12

How are the directions, questions, and answer choices delivered in the Listening domain?

• Through printed booklets

• Via email

• Through audio recordings on a secure online portal

• By live instructors

What standards are the Listening questions aligned with?

• 2010 Math Standards

• 2012 ELD Standards

• 2015 Science Standards

• 2018 History Standards

What is not required from students in the Listening domain?

• Understanding the main idea

• Memorizing small details

• Listening to audio recordings

• Answering multiple-choice questions