Before the Test
What should you do the night before a test to help your brain work its best?
Go to sleep early and get about 8 hours of sleep
What kind of attitude should you have during a test?
A positive attitude.
What does it mean to “pace yourself” during a test?
Work steadily without rushing or wasting time.
What should you look for that might make a statement false?
Any small part that is incorrect.
What should you do before reading the answer choices?Answer: Think of your own answer first.
Think of your own answer first.
What should you never skip on the morning of a test?
Breakfast
This tip reminds you that you know more than you think you do
Don’t overthink it.
How often should you check the clock?
Every now and then to stay on task
Words like always, never, and all usually make a statement what?
False.
What should you eliminate first?
Unlikely answers.
Why is getting to school on time important on test day
So you can get settled and feel less rushed and stressed.
What should you do if you don’t understand a question
Ask the teacher to help you understand it.
How much time should you save at the end to review?
About 2–3 minutes
Qualifiers like sometimes and often usually make a statement what?
True.
When choosing number answers, which should you avoid?
Extreme numbers.
Name two supplies you should have ready before a test begins.
Pencils, scratch paper, calculator, book to read, etc.
What should you do if you don’t know an answer right away?
Skip it or come back to it later
What happens if you focus too much on the clock?
You may feel stressed and rushed.
What do double negatives usually do?
They make a positive.
Why are longer answers often correct?
They usually contain more detail and truth.
How should you sit during a test to reduce distractions
Sit comfortably—don’t hunch or slouch.
Why shouldn’t you compare your pace to other students?
It can make you second-guess yourself.
What is one benefit of managing your time well?
You can review answers and fix mistakes.
If you truly can’t figure out a true/false question, what is the strategy?
Mark it true.
What does it mean if two answers are very similar?
One is correct and the other is disguised.