Physical/Mental Readiness
Test Preparation
During the Test
Types of Questions
100
This is the most important thing to do the night before the test

Sleep

*Not getting enough sleep restricts the oxygen flow to your brain, impacting your ability to retrieve information*

100
When preparing to study, what is one of the first things you need to do? 
Make sure your prepared! 

Have all of your study materials, homework space, organized and ready to go. 

100
After writing your name, what is the first thing to do when taking a test? 
Write down any information fresh in your mind. Then, skim through the whole test. 
100
True/False:

When using the words "never, always, all, must" the answer is usually....

False. 


200
This is the most important thing to do the morning of the test.

Eat breakfast

*If you're hungry, your brain thinks you need to conserve energy, since you have limited fuel*

200
Right before you start studying, what are some distractions to eliminate? (List 3 or more)
Your phone, tv, other devices, music with words, and make sure your space is quiet. 
200
If you're having difficulties on a question, what should you do? 
Skip it! 

Circle it and then come back to it at the end. If you still don't know, guess! 

200
Matching:

What is the first task when answering matching questions. 

Answer the questions you know first. From there, use process of elimination. 
300
It is important to be stress free during a test because: 

It is hard to focus and remember information.

*Your blood vessels tighten, which restricts the flow of oxygen to your brain (affecting your ability to retrieve information)*

300
What are some things you can do to help you remember information? 
Create mnemonic devices. (A song, names, acronyms, phrases, etc.)

Example: My Very Excellent Mother Just Served Us Nine Pizzas, PEMDAS, King Phillip Came Over For Great Spaghetti)

300
The most important thing you can do for each section of the test? 
READ ALL OF THE DIRECTIONS
300
Short Answer/Fill in the Blanks:

If you're unsure about a question, what do you do..

Write down all information you know about the question, you may get half credit. 
400
What type of food is the worst brain food? 

What is the best brain food? 

Worst: Sugars and High Fat (especially fried foods)

Best: Proteins (Nuts, Dairy, Meat)

400
In what ways can you make sure you use your time wisely while studying? 
Create a study outline/timeline, cut out all distractions, take short study breaks. 
400
If you don't understand what a question is asking, it is okay to... 
Ask your teacher to clarify! 
400
Multiple Choice:

What are ways to help you eliminate wrong answers? 

-Make sure you understand the question before answering. 

-Read all choices before answering.

-Cross through all known wrong answers. 

-If two answers are very similar, one of them is probably the correct answer. 

500
When you get stuck on a question or need to calm yourself down, what should you do? 
Take slow deep breaths and think positive/happy thoughts. 
500
When preparing for a test, what is one of the best resources for you to use (that you should already have)? 
YOUR NOTES! Read over them. If you don't understand something, look it up in your book or ask your teacher. 
500
Before you turn in your test, make sure you..
Review it! Make sure you have read all questions. If you have extra time, go back to questions you weren't sure on. 
500
Essay: 

What is one way of the best ways to help keep you from writing a disorganized essay? 

Create a mini outline on the side of the paper. This keeps your thoughts in order so you can write an organized piece. 
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