Testing tips
What should you do the night before the test?
Get a good night's sleep.
True or False, you should leave answers blank if you do not know them.
False
What is something you should bring on the day of testing?
Pencils, water, erasers
False, it is April 14th
True or False?
Our Buchtel Instagram page is "1040Buchtel"
False, it is 1040Griffs
True or false, you should only drink water the morning of the test and not eat.
False! You need to eat and drink fluids to stay hydrated and wake up your brain so you're not hungry during testing. Being hungry will distract you.
What is test anxiety?
The nervous or worried feeling some people get when it's time to take a test/ quiz.
When should you arrive for testing?
Early, late or right on time?
Early!! This will help get you prepared for the exam that is about to take place.
What college is giving seniors free tuition Fall of 2022?
Stark State College
True or False, peppermints can help keep you focused during an exam.
True! Studies have shown that peppermint can calm your nerves, increase your concentration and might aid in diminishing test anxiety.
You are able to go online and find OST study resources.
True or False
True, if you go on to the Ohio Department of Education, there are OST resources to help prepare for the test.
What is something you can do to help relieve your anxiety?
Deep breathing
True or False, you need to meet competency in the Algebra 1 test and ELA ll test to meet graduation requirements.
True
What does the "OMJ" in OMJ seal stand for?
Ohio Means Jobs
Slugs have how many noses?
2, 3, 4, 6, or 7?
Slugs have 4 noses!
What is guided imagery?
Guided imagery is when you picture something in your head. When you're picture yourself passing the exam. Picture your self celebrating your success.
What is a memory dump?
A memory dump is when you write down information that you need to know for the test and you fear you may forget. This can include- formulas, equations, dates, lists, etc.
If provided paper or a google doc for the test, this may be helpful.
What is something you plan on doing to prepare on the day of the test?
Self care, eat a good breakfast, arrive early.
What are the Akron Rubber Ducks changing their name to?
Akron Homers
Who invented cotton candy? a dentist? a doctor? a teacher?
A dentist
Please give 4 examples of positive self-talk.
I can do this.
I am smart.
I know the material.
I will pass.
What is the 4-7-8 breathing technique?
Please demonstrate
breathe in 4, hold 7, exhale 8
What does OST stand for?
Ohio State Test
What score is considered "competent" on your tests?
710, 580, 684, 672
684
Which of these foods gives you more energy than coffee?
Broccoli, banana, apple or chocolate
Apples- these do not contain more caffeine but they do give you more energy based on the natural sugar content.
Try eating an apple the morning of your test!