TExES (118) Study Guide

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**If you want to teach middle school (grades 4-8) in Texas you can either take the full Core Subject 4-8 (211) exam or take individual subject exams specifically for the subject you wish to teach (i.e. Social Studies 4-8 (118)). Click here to learn more about the differences between these exams!

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Diagnostic Test

Fully assess your starting knowledge
Pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your study effectively.

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TExES Social Studies 4-8 Quick Facts

Exam Overview

The TExES Social Studies 4-8 (118) exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions that you will have 4 hours and 45 minutes to answer. This exam tests your knowledge in two content domains:

Social Studies Content
Social Studies Foundations, Skills and Instruction

Check out our full exam overview to learn more about the exam’s format.

Cost

$116

Number of Attempts

You have 5 attempts at the exam in order to pass. You are required to wait 30 days between test attempts. If you are not able to pass the exam after 5 attempts, you must apply and receive a TEA test-limit waiver before being allowed to retake the exam again.

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You need to bring two valid, unexpired forms of identification in English. Click here for more information about identification requirements.

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A score of 240 is needed to pass the Social Studies 4-8 exam.

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