Alberta PAT study plan

Complete a 40-question diagnostic across number sense, fractions, decimals, and percents, then rank every error by cause (concept gap, careless slip, misread question)

Solve 30 multi-step integer and order-of-operations problems without a calculator, showing each intermediate step

Convert fluently among fractions, decimals, and percents, and order five mixed-format values from least to greatest in under three minutes

Annotate three unseen nonfiction passages, marking main idea, supporting evidence, and the meaning of two unfamiliar words from context

Solve one-variable linear equations and inequalities, including problems that require setting up the equation from a written scenario

Compute the area, perimeter, and volume of composite figures built from rectangles, triangles, and circles, choosing the correct formula for each part

Classify matter by particle model, distinguishing pure substances from mixtures and identifying evidence of a chemical change in six described scenarios

Explain, in writing, how energy transfers through a food web and predict the effect of removing one organism

Describe the components and scale of the solar system and explain the causes of day, night, seasons, and moon phases

Apply the relationships among force, mass, and motion to predict the outcome of eight described situations

Interpret and construct data tables and graphs (bar, line, scatter) and state one valid conclusion and one limitation for each graph

Solve ratio, rate, and proportion problems arising in real contexts, including unit-price comparisons

Identify and produce the main idea, theme, and supporting details of three narrative and three informational texts within a set time limit

Draft a five-paragraph persuasive piece with a clear thesis, three supported arguments, and a counterargument, then revise it once for word choice and sentence variety

Explain the difference between observation and inference, and classify ten statements correctly

Design a fair-test experiment with a stated hypothesis, one controlled variable, and a described method for recording results

Apply grammar and conventions accurately in editing tasks: subject-verb agreement, pronoun reference, punctuation of dialogue, and sentence combining

Read two short French-language texts and answer comprehension questions on main idea, inference, and vocabulary in context

Write a 150-word structured response in French, then self-edit for verb tense consistency and gender/number agreement

Build a personal vocabulary bank of 40 high-frequency academic and French terms with a definition and an original sentence for each

Summarize the geographic regions of a studied area and explain how physical geography shapes settlement and economic activity

Sequence key historical events on a timeline and explain cause-and-effect links between three pairs of events

Interpret a primary-source excerpt: identify the author's purpose, audience, and point of view, and name one thing the source cannot tell you

Compose a 150-word French response explaining a social-studies concept, using at least five domain terms correctly

Compare two perspectives on a civic or historical issue and argue a position with evidence drawn only from provided sources

Explain the structure and function of a level of government or a citizenship right, using accurate terminology

Write one full-length practice essay under time, then mark it against the rubric and list the three highest-impact fixes

Translate ten social-studies concepts between English and French and use each in a complete sentence

Complete two full-length timed practice tests under exam conditions, one early in the week and one late, and compare the results strand by strand

Re-teach yourself the five weakest skills identified in the first practice test and solve ten fresh problems per skill

Rehearse time-management rules: skip-and-return thresholds, reading the question stem first, and allocating writing minutes

Assemble a one-page formula and terminology card for math and science and recite it from memory twice