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Key Facts: ORELA ELA (NT319) Exam

NT319

Current ORELA ELA Test Code

ORELA tests list

100

Multiple-Choice Questions

ORELA English Language Arts test page and profile

2h

Testing Time

ORELA English Language Arts test page

220

Scaled Passing Score

ORELA English Language Arts test page

$119

Current Test Fee

ORELA English Language Arts test page

50/50

Official Domain Weighting

ORELA/NES English Language Arts profile

June 30, 2025

Updated Test First Administration

ORELA National Evaluation Series updates

Use current ORELA code NT319 for English Language Arts. ORELA lists the current test as 100 multiple-choice questions, 2 hours of testing time inside a 2 hour 15 minute appointment, a 220 scaled passing score, and a $119 fee. The profile weights Reading Comprehension and Analysis of Texts at 50% and Expressive and Receptive Communication at 50%. ORELA's NES update notice says the previous English Language Arts test was used through August 31, 2025 and replaced by the updated English Language Arts test first administered June 30, 2025.

Sample ORELA ELA (NT319) Practice Questions

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1In the sentence, "The committee postponed the vote because several members requested more data," which meaning of "postponed" is supported by the context?
A.Delayed until a later time
B.Approved without debate
C.Explained in more detail
D.Rejected permanently
Explanation: The phrase "because several members requested more data" suggests that the committee needed additional information before acting. In this context, "postponed" means delayed until a later time.
2A passage describes a proposal as "ambitious" rather than "reckless." What does this word choice most likely signal?
A.The writer believes the proposal has already failed.
B.The writer views the proposal as challenging but potentially worthwhile.
C.The writer is giving only a literal definition of the proposal.
D.The writer thinks the proposal is ordinary and routine.
Explanation: "Ambitious" carries a more favorable connotation than "reckless." It suggests high goals and difficulty without implying irresponsible risk.
3A reader encounters the word "misinterpret" in an article. Which word-analysis strategy best supports determining its meaning?
A.Replacing the word with a similar-looking word
B.Counting the number of syllables in the word
C.Recognizing that the prefix "mis-" means wrongly or badly
D.Skipping the sentence because the word is long
Explanation: Knowledge of common prefixes supports vocabulary acquisition. Since "mis-" often means wrongly, "misinterpret" means to interpret incorrectly.
4Before reading a historical novel set during a mill strike, students examine photographs, brief timelines, and workers' firsthand accounts from the period. What is the primary purpose of these activities?
A.To prove that the novel is a primary source
B.To replace the need to read the novel closely
C.To identify every unfamiliar word before reading
D.To build background knowledge that will support comprehension of setting and conflict
Explanation: Prereading activities can activate and build background knowledge needed for comprehension. Historical context helps students understand the novel's setting, characters, and conflicts.
5While reading a dense informational text, students pause after each section to write a one-sentence gist statement. Which comprehension process does this routine most directly strengthen?
A.Monitoring and summarizing meaning during reading
B.Memorizing the author's exact wording
C.Identifying meter and rhyme scheme
D.Correcting spelling errors in the text
Explanation: Writing gist statements requires readers to monitor understanding and condense a section's main idea. This supports comprehension during reading rather than waiting until the end of the text.
6Which student response best demonstrates an inference rather than a literal recall?
A."The narrator walks into the kitchen."
B."The narrator leaves the room before answering because she feels ashamed."
C."The story is written in first person."
D."The chapter has six paragraphs."
Explanation: An inference uses textual clues to draw a reasonable conclusion that is not stated directly. The claim about shame interprets the character's action and likely emotional state.
7Which set lists the main components of reading fluency?
A.Plot, setting, and character
B.Topic, audience, and purpose
C.Accuracy, rate, and prosody
D.Claim, evidence, and counterclaim
Explanation: Reading fluency includes accurate word reading, appropriate rate, and prosody or expression. These components affect how smoothly readers process text and understand meaning.
8A student says, "The article states that the city planted 500 trees last year." Which level of comprehension is the student demonstrating?
A.Figurative interpretation
B.Evaluative comprehension
C.Synthesis across texts
D.Literal comprehension
Explanation: Literal comprehension involves identifying information explicitly stated in the text. The student is reporting a stated fact rather than evaluating, synthesizing, or interpreting figurative language.
9In the sentence, "The instructions were explicit; they listed every step and left no room for guessing," which clue best helps define "explicit"?
A."listed every step and left no room for guessing"
B."The instructions were"
C."room"
D."guessing" by itself
Explanation: The second clause explains what made the instructions explicit. It shows that explicit means clear, detailed, and directly stated.
10Which activity best supports students in synthesizing information from two texts about the same issue?
A.Copying the longest sentence from each text
B.Creating a chart that compares each author's claims, evidence, and conclusions
C.Listing the publication date of each text only
D.Choosing the text with the simpler vocabulary
Explanation: Synthesis requires connecting and comparing ideas across texts. A chart of claims, evidence, and conclusions helps students see relationships and build an integrated understanding.

About the ORELA ELA (NT319) Exam

ORELA English Language Arts (NT319) is the current Oregon National Evaluation Series English Language Arts subject assessment for educator licensure. The official ORELA profile lists 100 multiple-choice questions, 2 hours of testing time within a 2 hour 15 minute appointment, no reference materials, and two equal-weight domains: Reading Comprehension and Analysis of Texts, and Expressive and Receptive Communication.

Exam sponsor: Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) / Pearson Evaluation Systems. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

100 multiple-choice questions across two equal-weight domains: Reading Comprehension and Analysis of Texts (50%) and Expressive and Receptive Communication (50%).

Time Limit

2h 15m appointment (2h testing)

Passing Score

220 (scaled)

Exam / Certification Fees

$119

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Our practice resources: topics covered

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50%

Reading Comprehension and Analysis of Texts

Competencies 0001-0003 cover vocabulary and reading comprehension, informational and argumentative text features and structures, source credibility and evidence, literary genres, literary elements, literary devices, tone, mood, theme, and historical or cultural perspectives in literature.

50%

Expressive and Receptive Communication

Competencies 0004-0006 cover adolescent language acquisition and development, receptive and expressive communication, respectful academic discussion, presentation strategies, writing processes and conventions, research ethics, source evaluation, media literacy, and multimodal presentation design.

Preparing for the ORELA ELA (NT319) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 220 (scaled)
  • Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions across two equal-weight domains: Reading Comprehension and Analysis of Texts (50%) and Expressive and Receptive Communication (50%).
  • Time limit: 2h 15m appointment (2h testing)
  • Exam / certification fees: $119 Official sources

Using Our Practice Resources

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
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ORELA ELA (NT319): Suggested Study Strategy

1Study from the current NT319 profile, not an older ORELA ELA code, because ORELA updated several NES tests in 2025.
2Budget practice evenly across the two official domains because each contributes about 50% of the total test score.
3For Domain I, practice vocabulary in context, reading strategies, objective summaries, source evaluation, evidence sufficiency, rhetorical devices, genre traits, literary devices, and theme.
4For Domain II, review adolescent language development, academic discussions, presentation choices, the writing process, grammar and usage, research ethics, media literacy, and multimodal presentation design.
5Use timed practice to build pacing for 100 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours, then review every missed item by competency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current ORELA English Language Arts test code?

The current official ORELA tests list shows English Language Arts as National Evaluation Series test code NT319. Use NT319 when checking current profile, registration, and preparation materials.

How many questions are on ORELA English Language Arts NT319?

ORELA lists 100 multiple-choice questions for English Language Arts NT319. This practice bank contains 100 original selected-response questions covering topics from the two official content domains.

How long is the ORELA ELA test?

The appointment is 2 hours and 15 minutes total, including 15 minutes for the tutorial and nondisclosure agreement and 2 hours of testing time.

What passing score do I need?

ORELA lists a passing score of 220 for English Language Arts NT319. Scores are scaled, so practice should focus on consistent domain coverage rather than estimating an exact raw-score cutoff.

How much does ORELA English Language Arts cost?

ORELA lists the English Language Arts test fee as $119. Confirm the final amount during registration in case ORELA updates payment policies or optional services.

Did ORELA update the English Language Arts test in 2025?

Yes. ORELA's National Evaluation Series update notice says the previous English Language Arts test was used through August 31, 2025 and was replaced by an updated English Language Arts test first administered June 30, 2025.