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<\/span>CSET English Exam Outline<\/h2>\nThe first two CSET English subtests are made of multiple-choice questions, while the final two subtests are made of constructed-response questions, and the time limit varies for each subtest.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Subtest I (105)<\/h3>\nThe first subtest contains 50 multiple-choice questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n\n1. Reading Literature and Informational Texts<\/summary>\n\n- Reading literature<\/li>\n
- Craft and structure of literature<\/li>\n
- Reading informational texts<\/li>\n
- Craft and structure of informational texts<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and ideas in informational texts<\/li>\n
- Text complexity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n
2. Composition and Rhetoric<\/summary>\n\n- Writing processes (individual and collaborative)<\/li>\n
- Text types and purposes<\/li>\n
- Production and distribution of writing<\/li>\n
- Conventions of oral and written language<\/li>\n
- Research to build and present knowledge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
<\/span>Subtest II (106)<\/h3>\nThe first subtest contains 50 multiple-choice questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1 hour.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into a single domain:<\/p>\n\n1. Language, Linguistics, and Literacy<\/summary>\n\n- Human language structures<\/li>\n
- Acquisition and development of language and literacy<\/li>\n
- Grammatical structures of English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
<\/span>Subtest III (107)<\/h3>\nThe first subtest contains two constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 2 hours.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n\n1. Composition and Rhetoric<\/summary>\n\n- Writing processes (individual and collaborative)<\/li>\n
- Text types and purposes<\/li>\n
- Production and distribution of writing<\/li>\n
- Conventions of oral and written language<\/li>\n
- Research to build and present knowledge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n
2. Reading Literature and Informational Texts<\/summary>\n\n- Reading literature<\/li>\n
- Craft and structure of literature<\/li>\n
- Reading informational texts<\/li>\n
- Craft and structure of informational texts<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and ideas in informational texts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
<\/span>Subtest IV (108)<\/h3>\nThe first subtest contains four constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into a single domain:<\/p>\n\n1. Speech, Media, and Creative Performance<\/summary>\n\n- Non-written communication<\/li>\n
- Media analysis and applications<\/li>\n
- Dramatic performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>Exam Registration<\/h2>\nTo register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the CSET English exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the applicable examination fee for each subtest, or $297 for all three subtests taken together.<\/p>\n
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Study Secrets Online Course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\nOn testing day, you should arrive at the testing center about 30 minutes early to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n
After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, wallet, keys, accessories, bags, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n
Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\nYour CSET English test results are reported as scaled scores based on your total raw score points from both the multiple-choice section and the constructed-response section. Your raw scores are converted to a scale of 100 to 300, with the scaled score of 220 being the minimum passing score on each subtest. All four subtests must be passed in order to pass the full exam.<\/p>\n
Generally, it takes around two to three weeks after the last day of the examination period before you receive your test results.<\/p>\n
<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the CSET English exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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There are 106 questions in total on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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How long is the CSET English exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The overall time limit for this exam is 6 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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What is the passing score for the CSET English exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 220 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the CSET English exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The examination fee for the combined exam is $297.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The first subtest contains 50 multiple-choice questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n The first subtest contains 50 multiple-choice questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1 hour.<\/p>\n The questions are grouped into a single domain:<\/p>\n The first subtest contains two constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 2 hours.<\/p>\n The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n The first subtest contains four constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n The questions are grouped into a single domain:<\/p>\n Check Out Mometrix's CSET English Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t To register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the CSET English exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the applicable examination fee for each subtest, or $297 for all three subtests taken together.<\/p>\n Think you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n On testing day, you should arrive at the testing center about 30 minutes early to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, wallet, keys, accessories, bags, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t Check Out Mometrix's CSET English Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t Your CSET English test results are reported as scaled scores based on your total raw score points from both the multiple-choice section and the constructed-response section. Your raw scores are converted to a scale of 100 to 300, with the scaled score of 220 being the minimum passing score on each subtest. All four subtests must be passed in order to pass the full exam.<\/p>\n Generally, it takes around two to three weeks after the last day of the examination period before you receive your test results.<\/p>\n How many questions are on the CSET English exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n There are 106 questions in total on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How long is the CSET English exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The overall time limit for this exam is 6 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n What is the passing score for the CSET English exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 220 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How much does the CSET English exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The examination fee for the combined exam is $297.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p> Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>1. Reading Literature and Informational Texts<\/summary>\n
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2. Composition and Rhetoric<\/summary>\n
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<\/span>Subtest II (106)<\/h3>\n
1. Language, Linguistics, and Literacy<\/summary>\n
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<\/span>Subtest III (107)<\/h3>\n
1. Composition and Rhetoric<\/summary>\n
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2. Reading Literature and Informational Texts<\/summary>\n
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<\/span>Subtest IV (108)<\/h3>\n
1. Speech, Media, and Creative Performance<\/summary>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>Exam Registration<\/h2>\n
<\/span>How to Study<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n
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