HiSET Social Studies — Information & Free Practice
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HiSET Social Studies
- Provider
- PSI Services LLC
- Format
- Multiple-choice, single-response Social Studies subtest; English only in this investigation. Paper, computer and remote proctoring are delivery options subject to state policy and appointment availability.
- Exam questions
- Total questions: 60.
- Time limit
- 70 minutes
- Passing score
- 8 out of 20 for the individual subtest; this alone does not satisfy the five-subtest battery or state credential requirements.
Examination outline
History (35%)
- Historical sources and perspectives
- Interconnections among past, present and future
- U.S. and world historical eras, people and characteristics
Civics/Government (35%)
- Citizenship, rights, responsibilities and informed participation
- U.S. government levels, structures, functions, power and authority
- Governance systems with emphasis on U.S. government
Economics (20%)
- Fundamental economic concepts and supply and demand
- Government, comparative economic systems and globalization
- Consumer economics
Geography (10%)
- Physical and human geography concepts and terminology
- Spatial phenomena and economic, political and social factors
- Maps, visual and technological tools and case studies
Examination sources
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What to expect on the test, TAAG link
- HiSET Test at a Glance
p.25, The Test Framework
- HiSET Test at a Glance
p.24, Content Categories table
- HiSET Test at a Glance
p.26, Social Studies Process Categories
- HiSET Test at a Glance
p.24, Format row and About This Test
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What are Comprehensive and Individual Test Score Reports?
- HiSET Test Taker Bulletin
p.34, Passing Scores
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How do you know if you passed a subtest?
- HiSET Test Taker Bulletin
p.15, Step 5 — Schedule Your Test
- About HiSET
What are my testing options?
- HiSET Get Started
Find your state’s requirements and fees
- HiSET Test Taker Bulletin
p.16, Scheduling at a Test Site; Scheduling Remote Proctor
- HiSET Test Taker Bulletin
pp.26–27, Remote Proctor; Security Protocols
- HiSET Events & Important Dates
Important dates, Activity/Date table