Test Expectations
True or False: I can ask my friend at recess what they put for question 3.
False
When will we take the CAT test?
Tomorrow! (Tuesday)
How many parts does the Performance Task have?
What will I do for Part 2 of the performance task?
True or False: I can pause my test anytime I want.
False: I have to ask for permission.
About how many questions will I need to answer?
Around 30 (May be more or less)
What will I do for Part 1 of the Performance Task?
Read the sources and answer the research questions.
What writing tasks could I get on the performance task?
3 types: Narrative (Story), Informational Essay, Opinion Essay
When I am done with my test what should I do?
Close my computer and do a quiet activity.
True or False: The CAT test is only multiple choice.
False: The test will have multiple choice and short responses. (RACE or Brief Writes)
True or False: I can go back to Part 1 once I move on to Part 2.
False: I need to make sure I've answered all parts of Part 1 before I move on to the essay
When should I type and submit Part 2 (My final draft)?
Not until Day 2 (Thursday).
Ms. Johnson can help me with what on the test?
If there are glitches, if you need to pause, or if you need to be approved.
True or False: I only have to pick one answer on the Multiple choice questions.
False: Some questions may have 2 Parts (Part A and Part B). Some questions might ask you to select multiple things (Two pieces of evidence, three sentences.) You need to PAY ATTENTION and REREAD.
What tools can I use to help me on the Performance task?
Highlight, line reader, notepad.
What should I use my scratch paper for?
To make an outline (blank paper) and write my rough draft (line paper).
What things will I do the night before to make sure I will be successful on the test?
Rest well, eat well, and be prepared to try my best!
True or False: I can Pause or Submit the CAT anytime I feel like it.
False: I need to ask for permission to pause because the test will kick me out after 20 minutes. I should only submit after I have reviewed my answers and make sure I have answered all parts of the question.
True or False: I can move on to Part 2 after I have completed Part 1.
True: If you have completed part 1 and made sure you answered all questions before moving on, you can move on to Part 2 to begin PLANNING and DRAFTING your essay.
True or False: I will need a new piece of scratch paper on Part 2.
False: I can use the same scratch paper I used to write the plan and write my rough draft on Day 1.