The Night Before the Test
Strategies
The Morning of the Test
The Test Details
NSCAS
100
How much sleep should you get each night?
9-11 hours
100
On your English Language Arts test, what is one of the first things you should do?
Read the passage carefully
100
When should you get to school?
On time or a few minutes early!
100
How will I take my test?
On a computer
100
What does NSCAS stand for?
Nebraska Student-Centered Assessment System
200
What is something you should lay out the night before?
Clothes, Back-Pack, (things you need for the next day)
200
What should you do to the answer choices you know are wrong?
Eliminate them
200
What you should eat the morning of the test?
A healthy breakfast.
200
How much time do I have to take my test?
As much time as you need.
200
What types of schools have to take the NeSA?
All public schools in Nebraska.
300
What is something you should do the night before the test?
Eat a healthy supper, get a good night's rest
300
What if I get to a really tough question?
Read the question carefully.  Think. Re-read the question.
300
What can you tell yourself before a big test?
Positive Self-Talk
300
Can you go back to questions you weren't too sure about?
No. Make sure you check them over before you move on!
300
What subjects areas are on the NCSAS tests?
Math, English Language Arts, & Science
400
What should you try to solve with family members and friends before the test?
Problems Arguments Conflict Fights
400
How many answers choices should you read before picking the best one?
All of them
400
What should you wear the day of the test?
Comfortable clothes or your favorite outfit
400
Can I use a calculator?
No
400
Why do I have to take the NSCAS tests?
To show that you are learning what you are supposed to be learning. 
500
What should you get done, even the night before a test?
Homework
500
Should I try to be one of the first ones finished?
Take your time.  Everyone is different.
500
What can do to help your body relax before your test?
Relaxation Techniques (Elephant, lemon, mud puddle, push-pull-dangle, deep breathing)
500
Will a student still have to take their test if they are gone on the test day?
Yes.
500
Who will see my test scores?
Your teacher, principal, superintendent, your parents!
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