Before the Test
You think better when you have a full ______________.
a full stomach
Make sure to look at and read over ________________ before you begin.
the entire test
On multiple choice questions, t is very helpful to use the process of _____________.
Elimination
A good attitude, positive thinking & a _________ _________ can lead to success.
Growth Mindset
When answering math questions it is especially important to _______________________ and write neatly.
Show your work
Your __________ and ___________ need sleep to function well!
brain and body
Do the easy questions first to help boost your ______________, then go back to the harder ones.
Boost your confidence
Multiple Choice questions will take less time than an _______________ or a ______________ response.
an essay or a short response
Always go back and double check your work. You should always check your answers ____________ for any mistakes before you submit the test.
check your answers TWICE
If you are unsure of an answer, look for ________________ _____________.
context clues
To function best on test day you need energy from a ___________ breakfast & a ___________ sleep.
healthy breakfast & a restful sleep
Anytime you come to a reading passage, read the _____________ first.
questions
An ________________ guess is much better than a random guess.
An educated guess
It's important to remember that test taking ____________ is very common and normal!
If you are unsure of an answer, skip the question and go back to it later. Sometimes other test questions or answers can give you ___________.
Hints
The morning of the test it is important to wake up both your body & your mind so you feel rejuvenated and ready to go! What does the text say is one of the best ways to do this?
Play your favorite music while you are in the shower and getting ready. Singing along is good for your brain!
One of the biggest distractions you can avoid is a _____________ _____________ from hunger.
a growling stomach
Even if you think you know an answer immediately, it is still important to __________________________.
Read over all of the answer choices
Make sure you always read ALL of the directions and questions ___________ and ____________.
slowly & carefully
The most common mistake when answering math questions is __________________ ___________.
misaligning digits
In addition to a full stomach, staying _________ helps your brain function at its best.
staying hydrated
If you begin to panic or get frustrated, pause and take a few deep breaths to relax. Breath in through your nose while counting to ________ and exhale slowly through your mouth while counting to __________.
Breath in through your nose while counting to 8 and exhale slowly through your mouth while counting to 10.
What should you do after you read a multiple choice question before reading the answer choices?
Try to determine the correct answer choice before looking at the options
Make sure to pay attention to all of the text features. These often provide important details that can aide you in answering questions correctly. The most common text features are ___________, ____________, ____________, and _____________.
Pictures, Captions, Charts, and Graphs
If you come across a word in a passage, question, or answer that you don't know the meaning of, try breaking down the different parts of the word. The parts you should look for are the _______ _______, and any ___________ or ____________.
The base word, and any prefixes, and suffixes