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Key Facts: OSTP ELA Grade 4 Exam
OSDE
Administering agency
Oklahoma State Department of Education
Cognia
Testing vendor
OSDE Assessment Materials
50 (+10 field test)
Operational items
Grades 3-8 ELA Test Blueprints
150 minutes
Approximate testing time
Spring 2026 OSTP Test Preparation Manual
OPI 200-399; 300 = Proficient
Score scale
OSDE Understanding OSTP Results
Practise for the OSTP Grade 4 ELA test with 100 free questions weighted to the official OSDE blueprint. The real test uses multiple-choice and technology-enhanced items; this English-language MCQ bank is a study aid, not an official form.
Sample OSTP ELA Grade 4 Practice Questions
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1Read the passage: During a sudden thunderstorm, an old oak tree stretched its wide branches over the forest animals. Rabbits, squirrels, and small birds gathered underneath its thick canopy to stay dry. The tree stood firm against the wind, holding its leaves close together so no rain could drip through. When the sun returned, the animals chittered happily and thanked the old oak before scurrying back to their homes. What is the main theme of this passage?
2Read the passage from 'The Oak Tree's Gift': During a sudden thunderstorm, an old oak tree stretched its wide branches over the forest animals. Rabbits, squirrels, and small birds gathered underneath its thick canopy to stay dry. The tree stood firm against the wind, holding its leaves close together so no rain could drip through. When the sun returned, the animals chittered happily and thanked the old oak before scurrying back to their homes. Which sentence provides the best summary of the passage?
3Read the passage: Clara sat at her wooden desk, staring at the scattered gears of her grandfather's brass clock. The clock had stopped ticking three years ago, and two clockmakers had already declared it unfixable. Clara gently wiped away a speck of dust, adjusted a tiny copper spring, and tested the gears once more. Hours passed as she tried different arrangements. Finally, with a soft click, the pendulum began to swing, and a steady tick-tock filled the quiet room. Which statement best describes the theme of the passage?
4Read the passage from 'Clara's Broken Clock': Clara sat at her wooden desk, staring at the scattered gears of her grandfather's brass clock. The clock had stopped ticking three years ago, and two clockmakers had already declared it unfixable. Clara gently wiped away a speck of dust, adjusted a tiny copper spring, and tested the gears once more. Hours passed as she tried different arrangements. Finally, with a soft click, the pendulum began to swing, and a steady tick-tock filled the quiet room. Which summary detail is most important to include in a summary of the passage?
5Read the passage: While walking through the tall grass of the meadow, Marcus and Elena heard a faint meow. Hidden under a wild rosebush was a tiny calico kitten, trembling with fear. Marcus held back the thorny branches while Elena gently reached in and lifted the kitten into her jacket. Together, they carried the kitten to the local animal shelter, where a volunteer praised them for working as a team. What is the theme of this story?
6Read the passage from 'The Whispering Meadow': While walking through the tall grass of the meadow, Marcus and Elena heard a faint meow. Hidden under a wild rosebush was a tiny calico kitten, trembling with fear. Marcus held back the thorny branches while Elena gently reached in and lifted the kitten into her jacket. Together, they carried the kitten to the local animal shelter, where a volunteer praised them for working as a team. Which statement best summarizes the story?
7Read the passage: Leo watched his grandfather carefully shave thin ribbons of cedar wood with a hand gouge. For generations, their family had carved wooden songbirds to celebrate the arrival of spring. At first, Leo's hands shook, and his carved feather looked clumsy. 'Honor the wood and take your time,' his grandfather advised softly. Leo breathed deeply, studied his grandfather's rhythm, and tried again until a smooth wingspan emerged. What lesson does Leo learn in the story?
8Read the passage from 'Leo and the Wooden Carving': Leo watched his grandfather carefully shave thin ribbons of cedar wood with a hand gouge. For generations, their family had carved wooden songbirds to celebrate the arrival of spring. At first, Leo's hands shook, and his carved feather looked clumsy. 'Honor the wood and take your time,' his grandfather advised softly. Leo breathed deeply, studied his grandfather's rhythm, and tried again until a smooth wingspan emerged. Which detail is most vital for an objective summary of this passage?
9Read the passage: The Oklahoma prairie stretched endlessly under a dark violet sky dotted with bright stars. Maya sat near the crackling campfire, listening to the gentle rustle of big bluestem grass in the night breeze. As her uncle pointed out constellations overhead, Maya felt a deep sense of peaceful wonder that she had never experienced in the noisy city. How does the prairie setting influence Maya's feelings?
10Read the passage from 'Campfire Night in the Prairie': The Oklahoma prairie stretched endlessly under a dark violet sky dotted with bright stars. Maya sat near the crackling campfire, listening to the gentle rustle of big bluestem grass in the night breeze. As her uncle pointed out constellations overhead, Maya felt a deep sense of peaceful wonder that she had never experienced in the noisy city. Which trait best describes Maya's uncle based on his actions in the text?
About the OSTP ELA Grade 4 Exam
The OSTP Grade 4 English Language Arts assessment measures student proficiency against the Oklahoma Academic Standards for English Language Arts across five reporting categories: Reading and Writing Process, Critical Reading and Writing, Vocabulary, Language, and Research.
Assessment
Online fixed-form test in two sections combining multiple-choice items (some linked to a common stimulus) and technology-enhanced items. Blueprint: Reading and Writing Process 30-34%, Critical Reading and Writing 18-22%, Vocabulary 22-26%, Language 12-18%, Research 12-18%.
Time Limit
Approximately 150 minutes across two sections (suggested maximum 300 minutes); not strictly timed
Passing Score
No pass/fail mark. Reported on the Oklahoma Performance Index (OPI) 200–399 scale, where 300 is always Proficient, in four performance levels: Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, Advanced.
Exam Fee
No fee to students (Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE); delivered under contract by Cognia)
OSTP ELA Grade 4 Exam Content Outline
Reading and Writing Process
Reading and comprehending increasingly complex literary and informational texts, and strengthening writing through a recursive process.
Critical Reading and Writing
Comprehending, interpreting, evaluating and responding to complex texts; writing for varied purposes and audiences.
Vocabulary
Expanding academic, domain-appropriate and grade-level vocabularies and applying that knowledge in writing.
Language
Applying knowledge of grammar and rhetorical style and demonstrating command of Standard English grammar, mechanics and usage.
Research
Comprehending, evaluating and synthesizing resources; summarizing and paraphrasing, integrating evidence and citing sources.
How to Pass the OSTP ELA Grade 4 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: No pass/fail mark. Reported on the Oklahoma Performance Index (OPI) 200–399 scale, where 300 is always Proficient, in four performance levels: Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, Advanced.
- Assessment: Online fixed-form test in two sections combining multiple-choice items (some linked to a common stimulus) and technology-enhanced items. Blueprint: Reading and Writing Process 30-34%, Critical Reading and Writing 18-22%, Vocabulary 22-26%, Language 12-18%, Research 12-18%.
- Time limit: Approximately 150 minutes across two sections (suggested maximum 300 minutes); not strictly timed
- Exam fee: No fee to students
Keys to Passing
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
OSTP ELA Grade 4 Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the official OSTP Grade 4 ELA test?
The official test contains 50 operational items plus 10 field-test items, for 60 items in total. Only the 50 operational items contribute to a student's score.
Is the OSTP Grade 4 ELA test all multiple choice?
No. The official test combines multiple-choice items — some linked to a common stimulus — with technology-enhanced items. The 100 questions on this page are a four-option MCQ study adaptation and do not simulate the official item types.
Is there a passing score?
No. Results are reported on the Oklahoma Performance Index scale of 200–399, where 300 is always Proficient, and in four performance levels: Below Basic, Basic, Proficient and Advanced.
How long does the Grade 4 ELA test take?
The Spring 2026 Test Preparation Manual schedules two sections of about 50–60 minutes each, roughly 150 minutes of testing, with a suggested maximum of 300 minutes.
Is the Grade 4 ELA test available in Spanish?
No. Spanish test forms are offered for Grades 3-8 Mathematics, Grades 5 and 8 Science, and the Grade 11 CCRA tests. For ELA, only translated test instructions are provided in neutral Latin American Spanish.