True or False, once you organize your folders and binders you never have to do it again.
False, it is an ongoing process.
100
True or False, When studying it is important to have a study space that will help you stay focused when it is work time.
True
100
True or False, you should use calming techniques to reduce test anxiety before taking the exam.
True
100
Before you look at the answer choices, you should try and predict or solve the question.
True or False
True!!
100
What should you try to do before you read the answer choices?
Try to solve/predict the problem before looking at the answers
200
What two things should be written on the inside of your homework folder?
"To do" and "Done." Or "To do" and "To hand in."
200
This study material can be used to study alone or with a partner. What is it called?
Flashcards
200
When should you wake up the morning of a test?
You should wake up early enough that you don't have to rush, and worry about being late. It is important not to add stress the morning of a test.
200
What should you circle or underline in a question?
key words, what the question is asking you, where to find information
200
What words or phrases should you circle or highlight in a multiple choice question?
What the question is asking you (key words) and where to find extra information.
300
Describe what an organized binder looks like.
Tab dividers for each class. Label each section. Make sure most recent papers first.
300
Why might a student want someone else to question them rather than studying on their own?
-They learn better through conversation with others.
-They want to be held accountable and make sure they do not peak at the answers.
300
How much sleep should you get the night before a test?
Try to get about 8 hours of sleep. Getting enough rest will help give you energy to think clearly the next day.
300
Why is it important to read the questions and directions carefully before answering anything on a test?
Something in the directions or the questions can change how you answer the question. You need all the information to make the right choice.
300
Which statement is true?
A) once you find the answer, circle it, and move on quickly to the next problem
B) read all the answer choices before circling the answer
B
400
Name three things you might write down in a planner.
-Tests and quizzes
-Project deadlines
-After school obligations (sports, drama, dinner with family, etc.)
400
Study guides help you learn the material in two different ways. What are those two different ways?
-First when writing the questions and then later when reviewing it on your own or with a partner.
400
Why is eating a healthy breakfast important the morning of a test?
Eating a healthy breakfast will jump start your metabolism and give your body fuel to do well on your test.
400
Why should you never leave an answer permanently blank, even if you don't know the answer?
No answer is always a wrong answer, a guess gives you a chance to earn some points.
400
Why would you cross through answers in a multiple choice question?
you are eliminating choices, which will help you find the right answer
500
How often should you check your homework folder and write in your planner?
At least once a day.
500
Name three things that students might be distracted by when studying for a test. What might help a student overcome those distractions so that they can study?
-TV, Music, Siblings, etc.
-Find a quiet and consistent space to study that is free from those distractions.
500
Name one technique that might be used to relax yourself before the test?
Deep breathing. (However, will accept a variety of different answers)
500
You only have 5 minutes left, you have 10 multiple choice questions left, what do you do?
Quickly go through and guess, make sure all answers are filled in. Then if you have time, go back and change answers you know aren't right.
500
Instead of striving for every student to be Advanced on the test, what are we striving for?
Improvement from last year (you are only competing against yourself)