Guess the Level
Facts About WIDA
Why WIDA?
Strategies for Success
Bonus
100

What level is this skill?

Students can communicate in simple short sentences with some mistakes, and can follow simple directions.

It is level 2.

100

How many score levels are on the WIDA test?

There are 6 levels. 

100
Why do we take the WIDA test?

Give me one reason.

Examples: It tests our English skills. It helps us leave the EL program. It gives us learning intentions and standards to practice.

100

What is 1 strategy you can use to improve your sentences?

Examples: Use capitals and punctuation. Use high level vocabulary (fancy words). Use a new word every day.

100

Who is the person that presents the WIDA test to you? What is their name?

Hint: it is not your EL teacher.

Ms. Ornellas!

200

"We have a math test tomorrow. Math is really hard. I need to study."

What level is this?

It is level 3. 

They are talking about a familiar topic using full sentences.

200

What are the 4 test SECTIONS? Name them.

Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening

200

What is one benefit of exiting the EL program by passing the WIDA test?

Examples: More confidence in classes; helps socializing with friends; take new electives.

200

Fill in the blank:

"Always use _____ ________ with punctuation."

"full sentences"

200

When do you take the WIDA test?

You take it around January and February.

300

"name Sarah"

What level is this sentence, 1-6?

It is level 1. 

Bonus 100: Why is this level 1?

300

Is the WIDA test timed?

No. However, most sections take around 40-60 minutes to finish.

300

What WIDA score do you need to exit the EL program?

I need a 5.0 Overall Score.

300

I said that to practice English, you should use conjunctions. 

What are conjunctions?

Conjunctions are words that help connect two sentences/ideas.

Examples: but, and, because, then

400

"The novel explores themes of resilience and adversity, illustrating how the protagonist's internal conflicts are mirrored by the tumultuous setting of the story."

What WIDA level is this?


It is level 6:

Bonus 100: Why is it level 6?

400

What are the 4 STANDARDS you will be tested on?

Narrate, Inform, Explain, Argue

400

How does practicing English for our WIDA test help us in other classes?

Examples: It helps us write our assignments. It helps us participate in discussions. It helps us practice new vocabulary.

400

Fill in the blank: "Give more _____/_____ for everything you say."


"details/reasons"

To be terrific, be specific!

500

What level is this skill?

Students can have longer conversations and can speak/write in academic settings.

It is level 4.

500

What does WIDA stand for?

World Class Instructional Design and Assessment

500

What is one specific goal you have to improve your English?

Examples: Practice one new word every day; Spend 10 minutes speaking English with a trusted classmate; Use the conjunction "but" in 10 sentences today in class.

500

I said we should practice a new word every day.

What kinds of new words should we practice?

Examples: New words we learn. Words that are in a higher level. Words that are "fancy". Vocabulary words from other classes.
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