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Free MAP 1st Grade Practice Test (Math & Reading)
Explore the sample questions below, designed to give your child a glimpse of the types of questions they may encounter on the test. These examples are part of our comprehensive practice package.
The MAP 1st Grade Test includes two main sections: Math and Reading. Further details about each section are provided later on this page.
Because most young children are still developing their reading skills, all questions in both the official test and our practice materials are accompanied by audio recordings.
The MAP Test is an adaptive assessment, meaning its difficulty adjusts based on your child’s performance.
When your child answers a question correctly, the following question will become more challenging. Conversely, if they answer incorrectly, the next question will be easier.
The difficulty levels generally fall into three categories: below grade level, at grade level, and above grade level.
The practice questions provided below are organized in a similar way, helping you understand these levels better.
NWEA MAP 1st Grade Math Practice Questions
Below-Grade-Level Sample Questions
If your child answers a few questions incorrectly, the next question they will receive will be below grade level. Here’s an example of such a question:
Which 3D shape is most similar to the following object?
A. Cube
B. Cuboid
C. Cylinder
D. Cone
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Correct Answer: Cylinder
The most similar 3-D shape is a cylinder. This shape closely resembles the described object.
Cube and cuboid have straight sides, and a cone looks like an ice cream cone.
At-Grade-Level Sample Questions
If your child answers a below-grade-level question correctly, the next question will be slightly harder – at grade level. Here’s an example:
Find the perimeter of the shape below.
A) 10 inches
B) 20 inches
C) 24 inches
D) 40 inches
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Answer: B
The perimeter is the distance around the outside of a shape. It’s like walking around the edge of a rectangle.
A rectangle has four sides—two long sides and two short sides. To find the perimeter, we add the lengths of all four sides.
Find the length of the two long sides. The longer sides measure 6 inches each.
Find the length of the two short sides. The shorter sides measure 4 inches each.
To find the perimeter, we add together the length of the long sides and the short sides:
6 + 6 + 4 + 4
12 + 8 = 20
So, the perimeter of the rectangle is 20 inches.
Above-Grade-Level Sample Questions
These questions are more challenging for children in 1st grade and are taken from the pool of questions for second grade and above.
Here’s an example:
Liam rented a bicycle for 5 days. The bicycle rental shop charges $8 per day. How much did Liam spend on renting the bicycle?
A) $13
B) $40
C) $26
D) $45
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Answer: B
To solve this, multiply the number of days (5 days) by the cost per day ($8).
5 × 8 = 40
So, Liam spent $40 to rent the bicycle.
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NWEA MAP 1st Grade Reading Practice Questions
Below-Grade-Level Sample Questions
How many syllables are in the word “banana”?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
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Correct Answer: C. 3
The word “banana” has three syllables: “ba-na-na.” Each syllable is like a beat in the word, and you can clap along as you say it. Breaking words into syllables makes them easier to read and spell because you can handle one part at a time.
At-Grade-Level Sample Questions
Why did the author write this story?
Lamar wanted to play outside, but it was raining. He decided to build a fort in his living room instead. He used blankets and pillows and had just as much fun as he would have outside.
A. To teach us how to make a fort.
B. To tell us how to play outside.
C. To show us how to have fun indoors.
D. To explain how rain works.
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Correct Answer: C. To show us how to have fun indoors
The author wrote this story to show how Lamar found a way to have fun indoors, even though he couldn’t play outside because of the rain.
Understanding the author’s purpose helps you understand the message or lesson in a story.
Above-Grade-Level Sample Questions
Which sentence uses the correct past tense?
A. She runned to the store.
B. She runs to the store.
C. She ran to the store.
D. She is running to the store.
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Correct Answer: C. She ran to the store.
The correct past tense of “run” is “ran,” so the sentence “She ran to the store” is correct. Understanding irregular verbs and their past tense forms is important for proper grammar in writing and speaking.
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Free NWEA 1st Grade Practice Worksheets (Download & Print)
The worksheets below are designed to align with Common Core State Standards and NWEA MAP test topics. Whether you’re a parent or a teacher, these resources offer a fun and effective way to support your child’s academic growth.
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Overview of the MAP 1st Grade Math Section
The MAP Math test for first grade assesses foundational math skills in an engaging and adaptive format. It focuses on key areas that help students build a strong mathematical foundation.Topics in the MAP Math First Grade Test
Below is a table summarizing the topics, what’s included in each, and a quick example to illustrate:| Topic | What’s Included | Quick Example |
| Number and Operations in Base Ten | Place value, rounding, addition, and subtraction within 100 |
“Round 47 to the nearest ten.”
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| Operations and Algebraic Thinking | Addition and subtraction within 20, word problems involving addition and subtraction, understanding the equal sign |
“If you have 12 marbles and give 5 to a friend, how many marbles do you have left? Write an equation to represent the problem.”
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| Measurement and Data | Telling time, measuring length, creating and interpreting data |
“What time is it when the big hand is on the 12 and the little hand is on the 3?”
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| Geometry | Identifying and describing shapes, partitioning shapes into equal parts |
“Which shape has 4 sides and 4 corners?”
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Overview of the MAP 1st Grade Reading Section
The MAP Reading test for 1st grade evaluates foundational literacy skills to support early reading development. The test adapts to each child’s ability, assessing a variety of skills to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of their reading readiness.Topics in the MAP Reading First Grade Test
Below is a table summarizing the topics, what’s included in each, and a quick example to illustrate:| Topic | What’s Included | Quick Example |
| Phonological Awareness | Blending sounds to form words, segmenting words into sounds, identifying rhyming words |
“Which word can be made from the sounds /c/ /a/ /t/?”
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| Phonics | Consonant blends, digraphs, vowel sounds |
“Which word starts with the ‘sh’ sound?”
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| Fluency | Reading smoothly and accurately |
A passage is provided. “Which word best describes the tone of the passage?”
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| Vocabulary | Understanding word meanings, using context clues |
“What does the word ‘gigantic’ mean?”
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| Comprehension | Making inferences, retelling stories, answering questions about text |
“Why did the character feel sad?”
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Understand the MAP 1st Grade Scores
Understanding your first grader’s MAP Test scores can provide valuable insights into their academic progress.
The MAP Growth assessment uses the RIT (Rasch Unit) scale to measure student academic progress.
This scale provides a consistent way to track growth across grade levels.
By comparing a student’s RIT score to national norms, you can gauge their performance relative to peers.
Understanding RIT Scores:
RIT Score: A numerical value representing a student’s ability level.
Percentile Rank: Shows the percentage of students who scored below a specific RIT score.
Typical RIT Score Ranges for 1st Grade:
The following table provides a general overview of RIT score ranges for 1st-grade students during different testing periods. Keep in mind that these are national averages and individual performance may vary.
| Fall | ||
| Percentile | Math | Reading |
| 1 – 9 | 131-143 | 126-139 |
| 10 – 19 | 144-149 | 140-145 |
| 20 – 29 | 150-153 | 145-149 |
| 30 – 39 | 154-157 | 149-152 |
| 40 – 49 | 157-160 | 153-156 |
| 50 – 59 | 160-163 | 156-159 |
| 60 – 69 | 163-166 | 159-162 |
| 70 – 79 | 167-170 | 163-166 |
| 80 – 89 | 171-175 | 167-171 |
| 90 – 99 | 176-189 | 172-185 |
| Winter | ||
| Percentile | Math | Reading |
| 1 – 9 | 141-153 | 135-148 |
| 10 – 19 | 154-159 | 149-154 |
| 20 – 29 | 160-163 | 155-159 |
| 30 – 39 | 164-167 | 159-162 |
| 40 – 49 | 167-170 | 159-162 |
| 50 – 59 | 170-173 | 159-162 |
| 60 – 69 | 173-176 | 169-172 |
| 70 – 79 | 177-180 | 173-176 |
| Spring | ||
| Percentile | Math | Reading |
| 1 – 9 | 146-159 | 138-152 |
| 10 – 19 | 160-165 | 153-159 |
| 20 – 29 | 165-169 | 159-164 |
| 30 – 39 | 169-173 | 164-167 |
| 40 – 49 | 173-176 | 168-171 |
| 50 – 59 | 176-179 | 171-175 |
| 60 – 69 | 180-183 | 175-178 |
| 70 – 79 | 183-187 | 179-183 |
| 80 – 89 | 187-193 | 183-189 |
| 90 – 99 | 193-207 | 190-204 |
Source: NWEA MAP Scores by Grade Level – Chart for Fall, Winter, and Spring
How to Use This Information:
- Track Progress: Compare your child’s RIT scores across testing terms to see how they’ve grown over time.
- Identify Strengths and Weaknesses: Analyze the scores to determine areas where your child excels and areas that may need additional support.
- Set Realistic Goals: Work with your child’s teacher to establish achievable academic goals based on their current performance level.
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