Preparedness
What is something you should bring to class for testing day?
Pencil, water, book, headphones
At the end of a test your classmates may still be working. Is it okay to talk loudly and get out of your seat and why?
No, because it is a distraction.
How can studying help you feel less anxious?
You will feel more prepared for the test.
True/ False: You should study in a quiet and well lit place
TRUE
Who is someone you could study with?
A classmate or other student in the same grade, a family member, a friend, a teacher/tutor.
When should you arrive to school on a test day?
Early or on-time.
TRUE or FALSE: you should leave a question blank if you aren't sure of the answer.
FALSE, you should answer every question to the best of your ability.
True/ False: I should listen to my teacher when they are reading directions, even if I already know what to do.
TRUE
When studying you should take a short break every_____ minutes.
20-30 minutes
I do this when someone is speaking
Listen attentively :)
The morning of the test, I should: A) Eat a healthy breakfast at home, B) Eat a doughnut with extra frosting, C) Eat nothing at all
A) Eat a healthy breakfast
What you should do when you are finished taking a test?
Reread the test, check your answers, then read or do a quiet activity.
True/ False: I should rush through the test so that I am the first to finish.
FALSE
You should avoid this word! It means: trying to study everything right before the test. Instead you can use time management and organize to better prepare yourself.
Cramming!
What is a word that means the opposite of chaotic?
Possible answers: Calm, organized, tidy.
The night before the test I should NOT: A) Lay out my clothes, B) Pack my backpack with everything I need, C) Wait and get prepared in the morning so I'm in a rush and my blood gets pumping
C) Wait until the morning to get prepared
Name 3 ways to be prepared for a test.
Study, bring a pencil and any other testing materials, and listen to the teacher/read the directions carefully.
Other ways: eat a healthy breakfast, get plenty of sleep, get to school early.
What can you do before the test to help prepare and reduce your anxiety?
Get to school early or on-time, gather your things the night before, get some water, use positive self-talk.
When/how should you review your class notes and classwork to prepare for a test?
For a period of time before the test, a little bit at a time (not RIGHT before and all at once)
What can you do if you get really nervous during a test?
Take a deep breath, get water, take a short break, try your best.
In order to do well on my test, I should: A) Not try, B) Don't study at all, C) Review my work/notes for that subject for 1-2 weeks before the test
C) Review my work/notes for that subject for 1-2 weeks before the test
What should you do if you aren't sure about the answer to a question?
Mark it for later and come back to it, re-read the question, eliminate the wrong answers, use your best guess.
What are three ways to reduce test anxiety before or during a test?
Options: Spread your studying out over several days, use positive self-talk, get regular exercise, get enough sleep, show up to the test early, breathe deeply and relax, get a drink of water, read directions carefully, ask questions if you do not understand, use a grounding exercise.
What are examples of study strategies?
Doing flashcards, going over past tests/assignments, reading through class notes, doing practice problems, completing a study guide.
What should you do if the answer you get on a math problem isn't listed in the answer choices?
Re-read the question, try to do the problem over again, and skip the question and come back to it later if you're still having trouble.