Before the Test
The night before the test, you should go to bed _____.
a. At your normal time
b. Not at all
c. Early
d. It doesn't matter what time you go to sleep
c. Early
Should you work on the easier or harder questions first?
Easier. You don't want to spend too much time on the harder questions in the beginning of the test. Pacing is important.
True or False?
On multiple-choice reading questions, an answer that uses extreme words like “always” or “never” is sometimes incorrect because the text may not fully support such a strong claim.
True.
How many pieces of scratch paper can you use on the test?
As many as you need. You will be given one piece at a time. Each piece of paper must have your name printed on it and returned to the teacher after the test is completed.
Should you bring your book bag to school on testing days?
No OR yes...BUT it will need to be clear of the walking path.
Electronics will need to be collected - OFF and OUT OF SIGHT.
Review your answers
What should you do if you get stuck on a problem?
Flag the problem and go back to it
Do you HAVE to work out Math problems on scratch paper?
YES!!!!!! We will be reviewing scratch paper to make sure you are working out your problems!!!!!
The morning of the test, you should make sure to ________________________ so that you are energized.
Eat a good breakfast
Is it more effective to study over a long period of time or to cram the information?
Study over a long period of time
True or False?
If you do not know an answer right away, it is usually best to spend a long time on that one question before moving on.
FALSE - You should flag the question and after answering the remainder of the questions, go back to the questions you flagged and try to answer the question.
Should directions be read before answering a question?
YES!!!!! You should ALWAYS read the directions before starting a section.
True or False?
Positive and negative thoughts can impact how you perform on the test.
True! Thats why it is important to think positive thoughts.
True or false?
When completing questions that go with a passage, a good strategy is to read the entire passage before looking at the questions.
False. It is a good strategy to read the questions first before reading the passage so that you know what information to look for.
Can you get partial credit questions?
NO, so it's important to at least try!
What should you do when you have answered all your questions?
You should check to make sure no questions are flagged and then raise your hand for your teacher to make sure you properly exit the program.
What happens if you are absent on a day of an EOG?
...even if you miss a day, you WILL make it up!
This strategy helps you get rid of answer choices that are clearly wrong before choosing your final answer. What is it called?
What is the process of elimination?
Can you ask a teacher to pronounce a word on the test?
NO!!!!!!! The test examiner can only answer a question about technology.
How much time do you have to take the EOG on a particular day?
3 hours - but more provided if needed. Must finish same day.