Select The Best Answer
After eliminating answers, what should you do next?
Choose the answer that best fits the question the question.
What should you focus on when reading the question?
Understanding what the question is specifically asking.
What are key words in a question?
Important words that help to clarify the main idea or focus of the question
What does it mean to look for supporting details?
Finding information in the question or choices that backs up or relates to the correct answer.
What is the first step in eliminating answers?
Identify answers that are clearly incorrect.
How can you ensure that you are selecting the best answer?
Re-read the question and confirm that your choice directly addresses it.
How can you determine if you fully understand the question?
By paraphrasing it in your own words.
Why is it useful to underline key words?
It helps to focus on the most important parts of the question when considering answer choices.
Why is it important to consider supporting details?
They help clarify the question and can provide hints toward the correct answer.
What strategies can you use to determine which answers to eliminate?
Look for answers that don’t relate to the key words or supporting details
What if you are torn between two remaining answers?
Consider which option aligns better with the key words and supporting details.
What might indicate that you need to read the question again?
If the question seems confusing or you are unsure about what is being asked.
Give an example of a key word that may indicate a specific answer type (e.g., “always,” “never”).
“Always” suggests a definitive answer, while “sometimes” indicates variability (not often)
How can supporting details in answer choices affect your decision?
They can lead you to eliminate wrong answers or confirm a correct one.
Why is it a good practice to eliminate two answers even if you are unsure?
It increases your chances of guessing correctly among the remaining options.
Why is it important to review your answer before moving on?
It allows you to check for any errors or misunderstandings
Why is it helpful to read the question carefully?
It allows you to identify the main idea and avoid common traps in misleading questions.
It allows you to identify the main idea and avoid common traps in misleading questions.
How can underlining help during a timed test?
It saves time by allowing quick reference to the important parts of the question.
What should you do if supporting details contradict each other?
Focus on the details that align with the question’s key points.
How can you use process of elimination effectively in a tricky question?
By narrowing your choices, you can focus on the most plausible answers.
Discuss how confidence in your choice can affect your performance.
Confidence can lead to quicker decisions and reduce second-guessing.
Give an example of a trick question and explain how reading it carefully can help you answer correctly.
“Which of the following is NOT true?” Reading carefully helps identify the correct answer.
Look for key words such as, develop, best support, central idea, identify, and any phrases that stand out as essential to understanding.
Explain how supporting details can help in understanding complex questions.
They can break down the information into manageable parts, making it easier to analyze.
Give an example of a question where eliminating wrong answers would be beneficial.
“Which of the following is NOT a fruit?” Eliminating known fruits can lead to the correct answer