Florida US History End-of-Course Assessment Test Item Specifications

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Moderate Complexity U.S. History moderate-complexity test items involve more flexible thinking than low-complexity test items require. Moderate-complexity test items involve the engagement of some mental processing beyond recalling or reproducing a response. They also involve examining relationships, determining cause and effect, and determining significance. Below is an example of a moderate-complexity item that is based on Benchmark SS.912.A.3.2. For more information about this item, see page 23. 100000414412 The cartoon below was published in the early 1900s. SCHOOL FACTORY Source: Public Domain / Library of Congress Which problem was the state action shown in the cartoon meant to resolve ★ A. the influence of labor unions B. the employment of child laborers C. the low literacy rates for immigrants D. the poor safety conditions in industries 10 | U.S. History End-of-Course Assessment Test Item Specifications Florida Department of Education
High Complexity U.S. History high-complexity test items make heavy demands on student thinking. Students must engage in more abstract reasoning, planning, analysis, judgment, and creative thought. These test items require that the student think in an abstract and sophisticated way, often involving multiple steps. Below is an example of a high-complexity test item that is based on Benchmark SS.912.A.3.2. For more information about this item, see page 23. 100000414413 The cartoon below was published in the early 1900s. SCHOOL FACTORY Source: Public Domain / Library of Congress Based on the cartoon, which conclusion can be made about the United States in the early 1900s ★ A. The government assumed an active role in suppressing social activists. B. The government assumed an active role in legislating social reform. C. Business monopolies controlled the means of production. D. Business owners monitored the activities of laborers. U.S. History End-of-Course Assessment Test Item Specifications Florida Department of Education | 11 | 11
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