Biology 6 to 12
Test Format and Sample Questions
The Biology 6 to 12 subject area test consists of approximately 80 multiple-choice questions. You will have two and one-half hours to complete the test.
Each of the questions will contain four response options. You will choose the best response out of the available options, and indicate A, B, C, or D.
The table below presents types of questions on the exam and directs you to examples of these formats among the sample items that follow.
Table of Question Formats
| Type of Question | Sample Question |
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Command Select the best response option. |
Question 2 |
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Scenario Examine a situation, problem, or case study. Then answer a question, make a diagnosis, or recommend a course of action by selecting the best response option. |
Question 6 |
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Sentence Completion Select the response option that best completes the sentence. |
Question 15 |
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Direct Question Choose the response option that best answers the question. |
Question 29 |
Sample Questions
The following questions represent both the form and content of questions on the examination. These questions will acquaint you with the general format of the examination; however, these sample questions do not cover all of the competencies and skills that are tested and will only approximate the degree of examination difficulty.