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7th grade reading test

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1. If someone says, “That’s the last straw,” what do they mean?

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2. What is the speaker doing?

You hear this statement in a group discussion:

I see your point, but have you thought about it this way?

What is the speaker doing?

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3. What should you do first?

You hear these instructions:

After you finish your worksheet, please pack up your materials quietly and wait for the next activity.

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4. What is the main idea of the passage?

Read the sentence and answer the question:

As the sun set behind the mountains, a cool breeze swept through the valley. Marcus paused to admire the view, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. Tomorrow would be the first day of his new adventure — starting at a school far from home.

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5. What is the main purpose of this passage?

Read the sentence and answer the question:

Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are becoming more popular because they are cleaner and more sustainable than fossil fuels. Unlike coal and oil, these sources do not produce harmful emissions that contribute to climate change. Many countries are investing in renewable energy to protect the environment and create jobs.

What is the main purpose of this passage?

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6. What is Sophia most likely feeling?

Read the sentence and answer the question:

Sophia stared out the window as rain tapped steadily against the glass. She clutched her notebook tightly, hoping the words would come. The story she wanted to write felt just out of reach, like a dream slipping away as she tried to grasp it.

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7. Choose the word that best completes the sentence:

The teacher was very ________ because she explained the lesson clearly.

 Choose the word that best completes the sentence

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8. Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

 

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9. Which sentence best maintains paragraph coherence?

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10. Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?

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11. Which sentence is written in passive voice?

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12. Which sentence uses commas correctly?

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Common core: 7th grade reading practice test

Improving your kid’s reading potential is easy with the 7th grade reading test by Brighterly. Designed with the American Common Core standards by our top educators, this assessment will help you examine your 7th grade narrative and literary skills. 

The topics focused on in this reading test for 7th grade

Common core 7th grade reading skills:

  • Listening and Speaking
  • Reading and Understanding
  • Writing & Language
  • Figurative Language & Vocabulary
  • Main Ideas, Story Structure & Key Details 

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This 7th grade reading test with answer key is explicitly designed by Brighterly’s expert tutors and education experts to promote deep assessment, sharpen analytical thinking, and boost the skills of 7th grade students. Encourage your child to take the test today to discover their skills in several key areas:

  1. Listening and Speaking. Measures students’ ability to follow complex, multi-step oral instructions, evaluate spoken information for accuracy and bias, and express ideas clearly and persuasively in structured discussions and presentations.
  2. Reading and Understanding. Assesses students’ ability to read and analyze grade-level and above-grade-level English text, context cues,  interpret figurative language and tone, determine central ideas with supporting evidence, and make connections across genres and disciplines.
  3. Writing. Evaluates students’ skills in composing well-developed essays with clear claims, supporting evidence, counterarguments, and logical organization, while demonstrating control over grammar, punctuation, transitions, and varied sentence structures.
  4. Language. Examines students’ mastery of grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions, including precise word choice, complex sentence construction, and effective use of voice and style to enhance communication.

Note. If you want to practice math in addition to reading, take our Free Diagnostic Math Test to identify your child’s weaknesses and strengths in math, too, and create a personalized learning plan. Upon completing the analysis, you will be able to book a free math and reading lesson.

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  1. Improve reading skills with Brighterly worksheets – our variety of comprehensive reading worksheets is what you need to help your child practice reading skills like comprehension, vocabulary, inference, critical thinking, and summarizing key ideas.
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7th grade reading comprehension test: Benefits

🤓Grade 7 reading comprehension test for stronger reading skills 

Tests are an ideal way to identify areas of improvement and build stronger reading skills for confident academic growth and performance, in school and beyond.

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🤩7th grade fast reading practice test improves school performance

Systematic testing is your best way to improve performance! Tests help you track your child’s performance and adjust learning when needed, leading to better academic performance.

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Brighterly expert tutoring + our comprehensive test = excellent results! Our proven method identifies learning gaps, reinforces literary skills, and boosts confidence to support long-term academic success.

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Regular testing uncovers learning gaps, builds essential skills, and motivates students to reach their full potential. With these tools, you’ll stay informed and support your child’s growth every step of the way!

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