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Key Facts: WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA Exam
592
Proficient Cut Score
WDE Specs
40%
Reading Literature
WY Standards
35%
Reading Informational
WY Standards
25%
Language Conventions
WY Standards
100
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep Bank
Untimed
Test Duration
WDE Policy
The WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA exam assesses Grade 3 Wyoming students on Reading Literature (40%), Reading Informational Text (35%), and Language & Writing Conventions (25%). The Proficient cut score is 592 (Below Basic <=563, Basic 564-591, Proficient 592-627, Advanced >=628). This practice bank offers 100 realistic questions with detailed answer explanations.
Sample WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA Practice Questions
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1Read the story below to answer the question. Liam's Red Sled Liam woke up on Saturday morning and looked out his bedroom window. A thick blanket of white snow covered the yard! He put on his warm winter coat, red mittens, and wool hat. Liam grabbed his new red sled from the porch and ran up the snowy hill behind his cabin in Wyoming. His dog, Barnaby, trotted beside him, barking happily. At the top of the hill, Liam sat on the sled and pushed off. The cold wind whizzed past his ears as he zoomed down the slope! When he reached the bottom, Liam laughed and said, 'Let's do that again, Barnaby!' What color is Liam's new sled?
2Read the story below to answer the question. Liam's Red Sled Liam woke up on Saturday morning and looked out his bedroom window. A thick blanket of white snow covered the yard! He put on his warm winter coat, red mittens, and wool hat. Liam grabbed his new red sled from the porch and ran up the snowy hill behind his cabin in Wyoming. His dog, Barnaby, trotted beside him, barking happily. At the top of the hill, Liam sat on the sled and pushed off. The cold wind whizzed past his ears as he zoomed down the slope! When he reached the bottom, Liam laughed and said, 'Let's do that again, Barnaby!' What does Liam do right after he sees snow out his window?
3Read the story below to answer the question. Liam's Red Sled Liam woke up on Saturday morning and looked out his bedroom window. A thick blanket of white snow covered the yard! He put on his warm winter coat, red mittens, and wool hat. Liam grabbed his new red sled from the porch and ran up the snowy hill behind his cabin in Wyoming. His dog, Barnaby, trotted beside him, barking happily. At the top of the hill, Liam sat on the sled and pushed off. The cold wind whizzed past his ears as he zoomed down the slope! When he reached the bottom, Liam laughed and said, 'Let's do that again, Barnaby!' Where does Liam go to sled?
4Read the story below to answer the question. The Lost Pocket Watch Grandpa Arthur lost his shiny silver watch while working in the garden. He searched under the tomato plants and near the wooden fence, but could not find it. He felt very sad because the watch was a gift from his grandfather. His granddaughter, Maya, saw him looking upset. Maya dropped her toy and walked carefully through the tall grass. Suddenly, she saw something glittering near the apple tree! It was the silver watch. She picked it up and ran to hand it to Grandpa Arthur. Grandpa Arthur smiled brightly and hugged Maya, calling her his little detective. Why was Grandpa Arthur feeling sad at the beginning of the story?
5Read the story below to answer the question. The Lost Pocket Watch Grandpa Arthur lost his shiny silver watch while working in the garden. He searched under the tomato plants and near the wooden fence, but could not find it. He felt very sad because the watch was a gift from his grandfather. His granddaughter, Maya, saw him looking upset. Maya dropped her toy and walked carefully through the tall grass. Suddenly, she saw something glittering near the apple tree! It was the silver watch. She picked it up and ran to hand it to Grandpa Arthur. Grandpa Arthur smiled brightly and hugged Maya, calling her his little detective. What is the main lesson of this story?
6Read the story below to answer the question. The Lost Pocket Watch Grandpa Arthur lost his shiny silver watch while working in the garden. He searched under the tomato plants and near the wooden fence, but could not find it. He felt very sad because the watch was a gift from his grandfather. His granddaughter, Maya, saw him looking upset. Maya dropped her toy and walked carefully through the tall grass. Suddenly, she saw something glittering near the apple tree! It was the silver watch. She picked it up and ran to hand it to Grandpa Arthur. Grandpa Arthur smiled brightly and hugged Maya, calling her his little detective. Where did Maya find Grandpa Arthur's silver watch?
7Read the story below to answer the question. Bella's First Horse Ride Eight-year-old Bella stood near the corral fence at her uncle's ranch in Cody, Wyoming. She watched a calm brown horse named Willow eat fresh hay. Bella's heart beat fast because she had never ridden a horse before. Uncle Dan smiled and handed Bella a leather helmet. 'Willow is gentle, Bella,' he encouraged softly. Uncle Dan helped Bella climb up into the saddle. Bella took hold of the leather reins. As Willow took slow, steady steps around the arena, Bella relaxed her shoulders. A wide smile spread across her face as she shouted, 'Look at me, Uncle Dan!' by the time they finished their first lap. How did Bella's feelings change from the beginning to the end of the story?
8Read the story below to answer the question. Bella's First Horse Ride Eight-year-old Bella stood near the corral fence at her uncle's ranch in Cody, Wyoming. She watched a calm brown horse named Willow eat fresh hay. Bella's heart beat fast because she had never ridden a horse before. Uncle Dan smiled and handed Bella a leather helmet. 'Willow is gentle, Bella,' he encouraged softly. Uncle Dan helped Bella climb up into the saddle. Bella took hold of the leather reins. As Willow took slow, steady steps around the arena, Bella relaxed her shoulders. A wide smile spread across her face as she shouted, 'Look at me, Uncle Dan!' by the time they finished their first lap. In the story, what does the word 'gentle' mean when describing Willow?
9Read the story below to answer the question. Bella's First Horse Ride Eight-year-old Bella stood near the corral fence at her uncle's ranch in Cody, Wyoming. She watched a calm brown horse named Willow eat fresh hay. Bella's heart beat fast because she had never ridden a horse before. Uncle Dan smiled and handed Bella a leather helmet. 'Willow is gentle, Bella,' he encouraged softly. Uncle Dan helped Bella climb up into the saddle. Bella took hold of the leather reins. As Willow took slow, steady steps around the arena, Bella relaxed her shoulders. A wide smile spread across her face as she shouted, 'Look at me, Uncle Dan!' by the time they finished their first lap. What did Uncle Dan give Bella before she got onto the horse?
10Read the poem below to answer the question. The Mountain Stream Down the granite mountain steep, Past the forest dark and deep, Bubbling water clear and bright, Dancing in the morning light. It splashes rocks along the way, And sings a song both loud and gay, Until it joins the river wide, To journey toward the ocean tide. How many stanzas are in this poem?
About the WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA Exam
The WY-TOPP Grade 3 English Language Arts assessment measures student achievement of Wyoming Grade 3 ELA standards. The test assesses skills in reading literary texts, reading informational passages, and applying language conventions including grammar, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary acquisition. Proficient achievement is defined by a scale score of 592 or higher.
Assessment
Passage-based reading comprehension and language items (computer-adaptive)
Time Limit
Untimed (Typically two 45-60 minute sessions)
Passing Score
Proficient cut score: 592 (Scale score range: Below Basic <=563, Basic 564-591, Proficient 592-627, Advanced >=628)
Exam Fee
$0 (State-funded assessment) (Wyoming Department of Education (WDE))
WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA Exam Content Outline
Reading Literature
Key details, recount stories, central lessons, character traits, literal/nonliteral word meanings, story structure, point of view.
Reading Informational Text
Main idea and details, text features, sequence, cause/effect, author's point of view, graphic visuals, text comparison.
Language/Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Nouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, subject-verb agreement, capitalization, punctuation, possessives, prefixes/suffixes.
How to Pass the WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Proficient cut score: 592 (Scale score range: Below Basic <=563, Basic 564-591, Proficient 592-627, Advanced >=628)
- Assessment: Passage-based reading comprehension and language items (computer-adaptive)
- Time limit: Untimed (Typically two 45-60 minute sessions)
- Exam fee: $0 (State-funded assessment)
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
WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA test?
The WY-TOPP (Wyoming Test of Proficiency and Progress) Grade 3 ELA assessment measures student mastery of Grade 3 English Language Arts standards set by the Wyoming Department of Education.
What cut score represents Proficient on Grade 3 WY-TOPP ELA?
A scale score of 592 is the cut score for the Proficient level. Scores <=563 are Below Basic, 564-591 are Basic, 592-627 are Proficient, and >=628 are Advanced.
What domains are on the test?
The exam is divided into three key domains: Reading Literature (~40%), Reading Informational Text (~35%), and Language & Writing Conventions (~25%).
Is the WY-TOPP Grade 3 ELA test timed?
No, the test is untimed. Students are given sufficient time across testing sessions to complete all questions comfortably.
How can students practice effectively?
Students can read diverse stories and informational articles, practice identifying main ideas and character motivations, and review basic Grade 3 grammar and mechanics with this 100-question practice bank.