Before the Test
The night before the test it is important to .... so that you are well rested.
go to bed early
The morning of the test it is important to fuel your body with
a healthy breakfast
If you need something while testing you should
raise your hand.
True or false - you should put your lunch box in your homeroom on testing day.
False. Take your lunchbox with you to your testing room.
What are some strategies for when you are feeling anxious or nervous during the test?
If you don't eat breakfast at home you can...
enjoy a free breakfast from the cafeteria.
The day of the test you should...so you aren't stressed about being late.
make sure to get to school on time
You will have .... to finish the test.
all day
True or false- during the test it is OK for you to get up to get a tissue.
False. Always raise your hand and wait for the teacher.
What should you do if you feel sleepy during the test?
True or false: The morning of the test you should talk to your friends about how nervous you are about testing.
False. This might make you and your friends more nervous. Think positively all the time!
The only item you can bring into the testing room is
a pencil
If you need a paper dictionary you should...
raise your hand
True or false - you can write on your scratch paper.
True. You can ask for as many papers as you will need.
What should you do if you find a question you don't understand?
Answer it to the best of your ability, flag it, and move on.
You want to dress comfortably on testing day. Can we wear pajamas?
NO. Don't forget to bring a jacket and to wear your uniform.
The best thing would be leaving your device at home but if you have to bring it to school make sure ...
you turn it into your homeroom teacher
True or false- your teacher is allowed to help you with something you don't understand on the test.
False. Teachers are not allowed to help you AT ALL throughout the test!
True or false - you are allowed to ask for more lined paper if you need it.
True.
Should you be looking around throughout the test?
No, this can be flagged as cheating! Keep your eyes on your screen at all times.
True or false- During the test, if I feel tired I should just waste my time.
False, do not waste valuable time. Make sure to give it your 100% effort from start to finish. Do not give up!
True or false - you have to work the questions in order starting with #1.
False. If you are stuck on a question, answer it to the best of your ability and flag it. You can review it at the end of the test. You must remember that any question that you see on testing day will be locked if you continue the next day. (medical emergency)
When my prompt has bullet points, I know that I should use...
TRACES!
Longer prompt = longer response