The Night Before the Test
What types of food should you eat for dinner?
whole-grain breads or pastas, lean meat, fish, veggies, fruit
What types of food should you eat for breakfast?
eggs, whole grains (oatmeal, toast, cereal), fruit
How can you make sure you will finish on time?
pace yourself (allot yourself a certain amount of time per question, based on how many questions there are and the time limit you have), stay motivated, focus
What information should you circle or underline?
key words or numbers in the questions, key words or numbers in the answer choices, text evidence to support your answer, vocabulary terms
What do you do if you start to run out of time?
-allot a specific amount of time per question, for the remaining questions
-do the easiest questions first and go back to the harder ones with any remaining time
What are ways to review important concepts?
lash cards, journal walk-through, with a buddy, read over notes
How should you dress for the test?
loose-fitting, comfortable, layer (in case the room is too hot or cold)
What can you do if you get worked up or nervous?
take deep breaths, allow for a short mental break (1-2 minutes), get a drink of water, think positively
How can you prove your answers and show your work?
circle key words or numbers, underline text evidence to support you answer, show all the steps to solving a math problem, organize your ideas (outlines, diagrams, etc.), draw a picture, plug-in your answer to make sure it makes sense
What do you do if you have extra time?
CHECK OVER YOUR TEST!
How can you prepare for the next morning
lay out your clothes, gather all of your stuff together (backpack, calculator, lunch, etc.)
How early should you get to school?
15-20 minutes before the bell
What can you do if you start to get tired?
go to the bathroom (to get up and moving or splash water on your face), get a drink of water, stand at your desk and work, stretch at your desk (discreetly)
How can you figure out unfamiliar words?
read around the word to pick up context clues, break apart the word
How can you check over your test?
make sure you answered all the questions, make sure you followed directions, double-check your answers, revisit harder questions
What can you do to make sure you wake up on time?
get in bed at a good time, set an alarm or two
What are some things you need to do, once you get to class?
put away belongings, sharpen pencils, get a book for after the test, take a restroom break
What can you do if your pencil breaks or you need additional supplies?
use a backup pencil (you should have more than one), raise your hand
What can you do if you are struggling with a question?
use the process of elimination (usually there are one or two answers that can automatically be eliminated), plug-in answer choices to see what makes sense, mark difficult questions and go back later
What types of things should you check on your answer document?
check your bubbles, erase stray marks, make sure you have filled it out correctly (name, form number, booklet number, etc.)
How much sleep should you get the night before?
7-10 hours
How can you prepare your mind?
take deep breathes, think positively, relax
How can you be considerate of others during the test?
don’t make noises (talking, tapping fingers or pencil, humming, dropping materials, etc.)
What are some strategies to use when answering multiple-choice questions?
read the entire question (circle key words or phrases), identify the question type, figure out unfamiliar words, predict the answer before looking at the choices, read each answer choice carefully (circle key words or phrases), use the process of elimination, go with your gut
What should you do once you have turned in your test?
sit quietly, read a book, put your head down