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Key Facts: Wyoming WY-TOPP ELA Grade 6 Exam
WDE
State Agency
Wyoming Department of Education
640
Cut Score (Proficient)
WDE WY-TOPP Performance Level Cut Scores
4 Levels
Performance Levels
Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, Advanced
100 items
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
Spring 2026
Testing Window
WDE Assessment Calendar
Prepare for the Grade 6 WY-TOPP ELA test with 100 practice questions covering Reading Literature, Reading Informational Text, Language, and Writing with full answer explanations.
Sample Wyoming WY-TOPP ELA Grade 6 Practice Questions
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1Read the passage. "As the sun dropped behind the Wind River Range, Clara checked her backpack one last time. She placed her map, compass, and flashlight inside. 'Everything is packed and ready for tomorrow's hike,' she said with a proud smile." Which detail best shows that Clara is organized and prepared?
2Read the passage. "Leo stared at the high balance beam. His knees felt shaky, and his palms were slick with sweat. However, when his coach called his name, Leo took a deep breath, stepped up onto the beam, and began his routine without hesitation." What character trait does Leo demonstrate when his name is called?
3Read the passage. "For weeks, Liam practiced his cello every afternoon while his friends played outside. On the night of the spring recital, his performance of the solo piece earned a standing ovation from the audience." What is the main theme of the passage?
4Read the passage. "The heavy wooden door creaked slowly open, revealing a dark hallway draped in cobwebs. A cold breeze swept past Sam's ankles, carrying the faint scent of damp earth and old paper." What mood does the author create in this description?
5Read the passage. "After searching for an hour in the overgrown garden, Hannah finally spotted the rusty brass key hidden beneath a broad oak leaf." What event happens first in the passage's sequence?
6Read the passage. "When the storm broke the main fence line, the horses galloped into the open pasture. Marcus spent three hours guiding them back into the warm barn." Why did Marcus spend three hours in the pasture?
7Read the passage. "The autumn leaves danced across the pavement in a flurry of orange and red." Which type of figurative language is used in this sentence?
8Read the passage. "Marcus felt as tiny as an ant standing at the base of the massive granite tower in Devils Tower National Monument." What does the simile 'as tiny as an ant' describe?
9Read the passage. "Bison are the largest terrestrial mammals in North America. Weighing up to 2,000 pounds, these herbivores feed primarily on prairie grasses. Although they appear slow, bison can run at speeds up to 35 miles per hour." What is the main idea of this passage?
10Read the passage. "Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 as America's first national park. Located mostly in Wyoming, it features geothermal wonders such as Old Faithful, a famous geyser that erupts regularly." According to the passage, when was Yellowstone established as a national park?
About the Wyoming WY-TOPP ELA Grade 6 Exam
The WY-TOPP Summative English Language Arts assessment for Grade 6 evaluates student proficiency against Wyoming's ELA Content and Performance Standards. It measures reading comprehension of literary and informational texts, knowledge of language conventions and vocabulary, and writing skills.
Assessment
Computer-adaptive delivery across Reading (Literature and Informational), Language, and Writing components. Cut score for Proficient is 640.
Time Limit
Untimed (administered in scheduled sessions during the spring window)
Passing Score
Cut score for Proficient level is 640 (Below Basic <=613, Basic 614–639, Proficient 640–688, Advanced >=689)
Exam Fee
No fee (Wyoming Department of Education (WDE))
Wyoming WY-TOPP ELA Grade 6 Exam Content Outline
Reading Literature
Citing textual evidence, central theme, character development, plot structure, word meanings, and figurative language in literary texts.
Reading Informational Text
Determining central ideas, summarizing text, analyzing text structure, author's point of view, argument analysis, and integrating information.
Language/Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Grammar usage, pronoun-antecedent agreement, sentence structure, punctuation, context clues, and Greek/Latin roots.
Writing (not assessed at Grade 6)
Argumentative writing, informative/explanatory structure, narrative techniques, revising/editing, and drawing evidence from sources.
How to Pass the Wyoming WY-TOPP ELA Grade 6 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Cut score for Proficient level is 640 (Below Basic <=613, Basic 614–639, Proficient 640–688, Advanced >=689)
- Assessment: Computer-adaptive delivery across Reading (Literature and Informational), Language, and Writing components. Cut score for Proficient is 640.
- Time limit: Untimed (administered in scheduled sessions during the spring window)
- Exam fee: No fee
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WY-TOPP ELA Grade 6 assessment?
The WY-TOPP (Wyoming Assessment of Technical Proficiency and Progress) Grade 6 ELA is Wyoming's statewide spring summative test measuring student achievement against Wyoming ELA standards.
What is the cut score for Proficient level on Grade 6 WY-TOPP ELA?
The cut score for Proficient is 640. Scale score levels are: Below Basic (<=613), Basic (614–639), Proficient (640–688), and Advanced (>=689).
How long is the WY-TOPP ELA test?
WY-TOPP tests are untimed, but schools typically allocate 90-120 minutes for reading and language plus a separate session for writing.
How many practice questions are in this study bank?
This practice bank contains 100 questions (30 easy, 50 medium, 20 hard) covering all four main Grade 6 ELA standards areas.
Is this practice bank free and officially endorsed?
It is 100% free on OpenExamPrep. It is an independent study tool aligned to Wyoming standards and not officially published by WDE.