Before a test
You should look through and preview the test and questions before starting on it to get a sense of what you're going to be doing. True or False?
True, because if you get a sense of what you're taking on the test you are able to note questions that you may have an idea of how to answer or mark ones that you would come back to later in test taking period.
If you know two of three options seem correct in a question then should you choose "all of the above" as your answer choice?
Yes, because if you know that the two choices are correct then it leaves it to be "all of the above".
True or false: you should try to answer every question on any NC test.
True!
North Carolina doesn't take points away from your score for getting questions wrong. So, always try to answer every single question!
Still, read the questions carefully even if you are going to just guess. An answer of "15" for a question that tells you to express your answer as a fraction won't help you.
What should you do if you feel like your mind has gone blank or you just need to refocus?
(Answers may vary) There are many different ways from turning your test over and closing your eyes just to pause momentarily or take a deep breath, you could roll your head in a circle slowly or even have a mental talk with yourself to regroup, etc.
Mr. Harris ordered 3 different colors of markers.
-He ordered 25 of each color marker.
-He also ordered some pencils; he ordered 3 times as many pencils as markers.
How many total pencils and markers did Mr. Harris order?
a- 675
b- 300
c- 225
d- 25
b- 300
Should you arrive early to your testing destination and get comfortable or arrive late?
You should arrive early with spare time on your hands to be able to avoid the stress of running late right before your test.
Thankfully, we all get to school at about the same time!
Should you guess on a question that you are unsure of?
Yes, but not right away; you should skip the questions and move onto a different one then come back to it because it is possible that you might see something later on in the test that could possibly help you answer that question you were stuck on.
What is the name of the strategy that makes you plug in answer choices to see if you can come up with the correct answer?
Working Backwards, Plug and Chug, Trial and Error
How many hours of sleep should you get before a test the next day?
8 hours.
Which pair of parentheses can be removed without changing the value of this expression?
(1 + 2) * (6 - 3) + (5 * 8) / (9 - 4)
[The / means divide]
a- (1 + 2)
b- (6 - 3)
c- (5 * 8)
d- (9 - 4)
c- (5 * 8)
You should create negative affirmation about test taking such as "I am going to fail" or "I am not prepared for this test at all". True or False?
False! You should never create negative affirmation; it should be positive. You should have thoughts such as "I am as fully prepared as I can be for this test" or "I am confident I will pass and earn the highest score I can". (Never put yourself down, you can do it!)
What is the first thing you should do when coming across a lengthy question?
Look for keywords throughout the question, underline anything important (if you're allowed to write on the test), analyze and see what relates to any of your answers.
What are ways to improve your chances of getting the right answer on a multiple choice question?
(Answers may vary) Eliminate any answers that do not make sense or go with the question. Cover your answers and read the question over again and look for key words. Etc..
List some foods that you should eat before a test that will wake up your brain and body and help you.
(Answers may vary) Nuts, apples, yogurt, blueberries, dark chocolate, peanut butter, eggs, oatmeal, milk, orange juice, grapefruit, etc.
Joe will go to the swimming pool on 20 different days this month.
-A one day pass to the pool is $2.25.
-A monthly pass is $30.
How much money will Joe save by buying a monthly pass?
a- $20
b- $18
c- $15
d- $12
c- $15
Before taking your test, should you write down anything you remember that will help you or should you just wing it and go by what you think would be right?
You should write down whatever you remember (which is also known as Memory Cues); never wing it. Always choose the best thing to do over just "getting by". (Possible cues include formulas, dates, quotation or acronym.)
Once you finish your test with time to spare you should turn it in. True or False?
False, because it is always good to go back and look it over so you get the best score.
If you're having difficulties with a certain question, what should you do about it?
Skip the question and move on to a different one. Do not stay on that question for so long because it will take away from your test time. You can circle or mark it and then come back to it at the end.
Should you cram hard a night before an exam or should you stop and get your rest?
You should NOT cram a night before a test because you need approx. 8 hours of sleep and if you do cram, you won't really remember anything because of how tired you are. You need your focus and recognition.
Evan has a summer job to pick berries on a farm.
-He earns $2 for every 15 minutes that he picks strawberries.
-He earns $2.40 for every 15 minutes that he picks blueberries.
If Evan picks strawberries for an hour and blueberries for 45 minutes, how much money does he earn?
a- $4.40
b- $8.80
c- $15.20
d- $26.40
c- $15.20
Which of the following will not necessarily help you on a test?
a- Wearing comfortable clothes
b- Getting a good night's sleep
c- Eating a healthy snack
d- Stretching
d- Stretching
In a multiple choice question, the longest answer is more likely to be correct. True or False?
True, because it can be the one that is most informative and the others can just be something to do with the question but they're not specified or in detail.
What shouldn't you do when you have finished your test?
Most important answer: You should NOT second-guess answers you were already sure of. Unless new information has surfaced or it was something you missed when answering the questions leave them like you had them; always go with your gut.
You should do what you want or make a routine that helps you prepare physically and mentally before a test. True or False?
True! You should do whatever you do, if it's jamming to music then jam to music or if you like to do yoga with calming wave sounds then do that. Whatever helps you focus and gets you into preparation and can be done at the cottage.
One lap around a track is equal to 1/8 of a mile. A horse ran 9 laps in 2 minutes 30 seconds.
What is the horse's average speed in miles per minute?
a- 9/20 miles/minute
b- 22.5 miles/minute
c- 45/16 miles/minute
d- 5/16 miles/minute
a- 9/20 miles/minute