HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR science ASSESSMENT
We've outlined what you can expect from your science assessment, including what content will be covered and the format it will take. We've also provided some resources to help you prepare.
Biology: Science Assessment Preparation
Assessment Format
- 45 questions, multiple choice
- Time limit: 50 minutes
Preparation
Applicants preparing to take the Science Assessment may find the following study guides helpful in reviewing their knowledge. These study guides are usually available at bookstores and libraries.
- GED Study Guides. These study guides are published by various publishers.
- Master the GED Science. 2nd edition. This study guide is published by Arco.
- Biology 11 University Preparation. The Key Study Guide. This study guide is published by Castle Rock Research Corp.
- Biology Notes. This study guide is published by Coles Notes Publishing.
- Garber, S. (2002). Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide (2ND ed.). N.p.: Wiley Davis, A. (2011). Biology 12, university preparation. Mississauga: Castle Rock Research Corp.
Additional Resources
- Carter-Edwards, T., Gerards, S., & Gibbons, K. (2011). Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation. N.p.: McGraw-Hill Ryerson.
- Garber, S. (2002). Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide (2nd ed.). N.p.: Wiley
- Davis, A. (2011). Biology 12, university preparation. Mississauga: Castle Rock Research Corp.
Science Assessment Sample Questions
The purpose of the sample questions is to provide test-takers with information on the format of the assessment questions. Please note the questions do not represent an exact match with the test content.
1.) What is the primary route of fluid loss from the human body?
a.) Via the lungs
b.) Via the feces
c.) Via perspiration
d.) Via the kidneys
e.) vaporation from the skin
Answer: d
2.) Where is deoxyribonucleic acid located within the cell?
a.) Ribosomes
b.) Nucleus
c.) Lysosomes
d.) Golgi bodies
e.) Centrosome
Answer: b
3.) What are the building blocks of protein?
a.) Lipoproteins
b.) Nucleotides
c.) Triglycerides
d.) Fatty Acids
e.) Amino Acids
Answer: e
4.) What is the definition of a hormone?
a.) Chemical buffer
b.) A biological catalyst
c.) A protective protein
d.) A chemical messenger
e.) An organic base
Answer: d
Chemistry/Physics: CAAT-D General Science Assessment Preparation
Assessment Content
This general science test addresses biological, physical and earth/space sciences. The following scientific literacy skills are assessed:
- observation
- classification
- application of scientific principles
- data interpretation
- thinking skills: ability to apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information as well as acquire it.
Assessment Format
- 50 questions, multiple-choice
- Time limit: 30 minutes
- Score Range: from Grade 2 to Post-Secondary level general science equivalency
Preparation
Applicants preparing to take the CAAT-D Science Assessment may find the following study guides helpful in reviewing their knowledge. These study guides are usually available at bookstores and libraries.
- GED Study Guides. These study guides are published by various publishers.
- Master the GED Science. 2nd edition. This study guide is published by Arco. ISBN 768910005.
Note: These resources serve as guides only. They do not represent an exact match with the test content.
