Test Taking Strategies
What is the first thing you should do when coming across an ELA text?
Read the questions
Why do you have paper on the ELA section?
To take notes and plan your writing
What is the area of a rectangle that has side lengths of 7cm and 3cm?
21 Square Centimeters
How should you be eating before your test?
healthy foods
What can you do if you finish the test early?
Nothing. just sit and wait for the test to be over. This is why it is important to take your time and not rush
What should you do if you know an answer is absolutely wrong?
Cross it out
How many times should you read the prompt before answering the questions?
at least 2 times
What is 42 Divided by 7
6
What needs to be left at school so it can be fully charged
your chromebook
When is the only time you're allowed to go to the bathroom?
during an emergency or before or after the test
What should you do before even reading the possible multiple choice answers?
Come up with your own answer
What should you look back at to make sure your answer is correct?
The text/ reading
What is the perimeter of a square that has a side length of 6 inches?
24 inches
What will Ms. Kapp buy the class is everyone works the hardest on NJSLA?
Mcdonalds
How long can you be away from your test before it locks on you?
8 minutes
What does it mean when it says "Select ALL correct answers"?
Choose more than one answer
Before you start typing your writing, what should you do on your paper?
Plan your writing with a SPO
Melissa leaves for school at 8:03 and arrives at school at 8:14. How many minutes did it take her to travel to school?
11 Minutes
How much sleep should you get the night before the tests?
8 or more hours of sleep
How long of a break do we get between sections?
10 minute break
What do you do if you are stuck on a question?
What must you use in your writing to get a good score?
Evidence/ Examples
Is this statement true or false? 1/2 = 4/8
True
What do you need to bring to school on test day?
A good attitude!
What must you do if you need to go to the bathroom?
Pause the test