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Praxis® Social Studies Practice Test
The Praxis® Social Studies: Content Knowledge (5581) exam measures the knowledge and skills required for individuals seeking certification to teach social studies at the secondary school level. The test evaluates your understanding of history, geography, civics, economics, and social studies pedagogy.
Prepare for your Praxis® Social Studies: Content Knowledge (5581) exam with our comprehensive practice test questions, study tips, and exam-aligned resources designed to help you succeed.
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Praxis® Social Studies Exam Test Format and Structure
The Praxis Social Studies test contains 140 selected-response questions and has a time limit of 2.5 hours. The selected-response questions may appear in the form of any of the following:
- Selecting ALL correct answers from a list of choices
- Single-selection multiple-choice
- Dragging and dropping answers into a targeted area on the screen
- Clicking parts of a graphic, such as a map or a chart
- Selecting the correct answer from a drop-down menu
Basic Test Information
- Test Code: 5581
- Number of Questions: 140 selected-response questions
- Time Limit: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Test Format: Computer-delivered
- Question Types: Multiple-choice questions
Scoring Information
The Praxis® Social Studies exam uses a scaled scoring system. Most states require a minimum passing score of 158, although passing score requirements vary by state.
Unofficial scores are typically available immediately after testing, while official score reports are released within approximately five weeks.
The examination fee is $130. To register, create an account on the Educational Testing Service (ETS) website and choose your preferred test format (remote or in-person), location, and test date.
Praxis® Social Studies Exam Outline
The Praxis® Social Studies (5581) exam is divided into six content categories, each designed to assess subject-matter expertise.
I. United States History (40 Questions)
This category assesses your knowledge of:
- Colonial and revolutionary America
- The Constitution and early national period
- Civil War and Reconstruction
- Industrialization and reform
- The United States in the 20th and 21st centuries
II. World History (31 Questions)
This category evaluates your understanding of:
- Ancient civilizations
- Medieval and early modern history
- Political, economic, and social developments
- Global conflicts and international relations
- Contemporary world history
III. Government and Civics (32 Questions)
Topics covered include:
- Foundations of democracy
- The U.S. Constitution
- Federalism and the three branches of government
- Civil rights and civil liberties
- Political participation and public policy
IV. Geography (19 Questions)
This section measures knowledge of:
- Physical and human geography
- Geographic tools and technologies
- Population and migration
- Cultural geography
- Human-environment interaction
V. Economics (18 Questions)
This category focuses on:
- Basic economic concepts
- Supply and demand
- Market structures
- Fiscal and monetary policy
- Personal finance and global economics
- Factors of production
- Distribution of income
- Economic systems
- Opportunity costs
- Product markets
- Scarcity
- Unemployment
- Inflation
- Exchange rates
- Economic growth
- Business cycle
Praxis® Social Studies 5581 Exam Registration
To sign up for the exam, you must first create an online account with ETS. After setting up your account, you can proceed with the exam application process.
During registration, you’ll be prompted to choose your preferred testing format—either remote or at an authorized testing center. If you opt for a testing center, you’ll also select your desired location. Next, you’ll schedule your exam date and complete the registration by paying the $130 examination fee.
Free Praxis® Social Studies Practice Test
Get started with our free Praxis® Social Studies (5581) practice test to assess your current knowledge and identify areas that need improvement. Our practice questions mirror the real exam format to help you feel confident on test day.
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Additional Resources
- Study Guide: Explore in-depth explanations of every content area covered on the exam.
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FAQs About Social Studies 5581
The Praxis® Social Studies: Content Knowledge exam assesses the knowledge required to teach social studies at the secondary level, including history, geography, civics, economics, and pedagogy.
The exam includes 130 multiple-choice questions.
You will have 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the test.
Passing scores vary by state, but many states require a score of 158.
The exam fee is $130.
Register through the ETS website by creating an account, selecting your test format, choosing a date and location, and paying the exam fee.
Yes. ETS offers both remote testing and in-person testing center options.
Prepsaret provides free practice tests, detailed study guides, flashcards, and online courses to help you master the content and improve your test-taking confidence.
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