Using Time Wisely
How long do you have to take the test?
All day.
When moving to a new question you should...
Read the question and instructions completely.
To compare means...
State the ways they are the same.
What should you eat the morning of the SOL?
A good breakfast.
"What information should be included in a summary of paragraph 2?"
In this question, what does the word 'summary' mean?
To tell the main idea.
What should you do if you are stuck on a question?
Flag it and move to the next question.
When you know an answer is incorrect you should...
Use the X tool to cross it out.
To summarize means...
To condense down to its main parts.
Should you stay hydrated?
Yes!
"Which sentence best describes the theme of the story?"
Which word should you highlight from this question?
The word "best" which hints that there could be multiple correct answers but that you are looking for the best one.
When you are done going through the questions you should...
Go back and answer any unanswered questions.
When you see a power word you should...
Use the highlight tool.
To support means...
To back up or prove with details.
What should you remind yourself before taking the test?
You have all day!
"The purpose of the metaphor in this sentence is to suggest the-"
What is worth highlighting in this sentence?
"Purpose of the metaphor" because they are not asking you to identify the metaphor but suggest its purpose.
When taking the test you should avoid...
Going through the questions quickly. Pace yourself.
What if you do not know the answer to a question?
Make an educated guess using your knowledge of power words.
To analyze means...
To judge its individual parts.
How much sleep should you get the night before the SOL?
8-10 hours.
"What is the negative connotation of the word prescribe?"
What is worth highlighting from this question?
The word "negative."
What is the last thing you should leave time for?
Going back and reviewing the section.
When reading a question you should...
Read the question and its answers completely before marking it or selecting an answer.
To infer means...
To read in between the lines for the hidden meaning.
How can you avoid rushing in the morning?
By setting everything out the night before.
"Based on paragraph 8, the reader may best infer that the kinkajou --"
What should you highlight in this question?
The power word "infer" which means determine the hidden meaning.