Rock the PSSA
What is the first thing you should do when taking a test?
Read the directions
What are some key words I should be looking for in my math questions?
total, difference, more than, less than, each, altogether
When you read the text what should you do to the important words?
Highlight, underline
Which statement is true? A) once you find the answer, click it, and move on quickly to the next problem B) read all the answer choices before click the answer
B
How many times should you read the passage?
As many times as you need to understand what you are reading
How can I show my work if a problem asks me to do so?
write out steps, draw a model such a number line, dots, array
When looking at the title of passage what should you do?
Make an inference about what the passage may be about
What words or phrases should you circle or highlight?
Important words, key concepts, words that you may not know or understand
What should you eat for breakfast on the day of the test?
A healthy breakfast
What is a good strategies for a multi step problem?
Break it down into smaller parts, think about what it is asking me
Will I be able to have someone read the passages to me during the ELA PSSA test?
No
What should I do if I have a technical issue during the test?
Raise your hand
What should I do the night before the test?
Go to bed early
How can I get the most points on an open ended question?
Write in complete sentences, use math words, explain how you got your answer not just the answer
What should I do if I am unsure about an answer to an ELA question based on a reading passage?
Go back and look in the passage
Is it okay to guess if I do not know an answer?
No, you should try a test taking strategy first before giving up.
What should you do when you think you have finished the test?
What is the easy acronym we learned to help you solve a math problem?
R – Read the problem
U – Underline key details
N – Name the strategy/operation
S – Solve and check
What should I do if I get stuck on a question?
Move on and come back to it later
How many hours do I have to complete the test?
You have the entire school day.