Test Anxiety
True or False: 10-40% of students deal with test anxiety in the US.
Answer: True
In the sentence "The rain poured down relentlessly. However, the kids still wanted to play outside.", what type of word is 'However'?
Answer: Transition word
Which revision is correct for "To swim, to jog, and spinning are my aunt’s favorite ways of maintaining her health."?
A. To swim, to jog, and spinning
B. To swim, to jog, and spin
C. Swimming, jogging, and to spin
D. Swimming, jogging, and spinning
Answer: D. Swimming, jogging, and spinning
What is the minimum number of words required for the essay?
Answer: 500 words
What does TSIA2 stand for?
Answer: Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2
Test anxiety will go away on its own. (True or False)
Answer: False
In the sentence "Mary studied late into the night. But, she felt prepared for the exam.", what is the synonym for 'But'?
Answer: However
Which revision is correct for "Moose is the most important game animal in Alaska."?
A. Moose is the most important game animal in Alaska
B. Moose are the most important game animal in Alaska
C. Moose, the most important game animal in Alaska
D. Mooses are the most important game animal in Alaska
Answer: B. Moose are the most important game animal in Alaska
How many paragraphs should the essay contain?
Answer: 5 paragraphs
What is the highest score needed on the essay portion to qualify?
Answer: 8
Which of the following is NOT a strategy to combat test anxiety?
A. Have a positive mindset
B. Speak with a trusted friend or adult
C. Ignore the anxiety
D. Take calm deep breaths
Answer: C. Ignore the anxiety
In sentence 2 of the example, the word 'functioning' most nearly means:
A. Performing
B. Running
C. Working
D. Moving
Answer: C. Working
Which revision is correct for "The oil is transported via a pipeline that runs north-south in Alaska to port of Valdez."?
A. That runs north-south in Alaska to port
B. That runs north-south to Alaska to port
C. That runs north-south into Alaska to port
D. That runs north-south across Alaska to port
Answer: D. That runs north-south across Alaska to port
True or False: You should use contractions in your essay.
Answer: False
How many questions are in the diagnostic test if you do not score high enough initially?
Answer: 48 questions
Test anxiety affects which aspects of life?
A. Academic performance
B. Mental health
C. Relationships
D. Overall quality of life
E. All of the above
Answer: E. All of the above
In sentence 4 of the example, the word 'hidebound' most nearly means:
A. Very offensive or disgusting
B. A brief description or literary sketch
C. Stubbornly prejudiced, narrow-minded, or inflexible
D. Resembling in some manner but not actually
Answer: C. Stubbornly prejudiced, narrow-minded, or inflexible
Which revision is correct for "Contrarily to popular beliefs, bats do not actually entangle themselves in the hair of humans on purpose."?
A. Contrarily to popular beliefs
B. Contrary to popular belief
C. Contrary to popularity belief
D. Contrary to popular believing
Answer: B. Contrary to popular belief
Name three elements that a body paragraph should contain.
Answer: Introduce point/claim, describe it, explain how it supports the thesis
True or False: Each question on the TSIA2 is presented one at a time, and you cannot return to previous questions.
Answer: True
What is one piece of general advice from the TSI Prep instructors for approaching the revision process?
Answer: Take breaks between writing and revising to approach your work with a fresh perspective and catch more errors.
Who are the TSI Prep instructors at Fish Camp?
Answer: Breanna Whitfield, Marquita Jackson, Ashley Charles, and Nicole Martinez.
What is a positive mindset technique you can use to boost your confidence before the TSI exam?
Answer: Visualizing success and practicing positive self-talk.
What is one piece of advice from the TSI Prep instructors for writing a strong essay?
Answer: Plan your essay structure before you start writing to ensure a clear and organized argument.
Name one relaxation technique recommended by the TSI Prep instructors to help manage stress before the exam.
Answer: Deep breathing exercises, mindfulness meditation, or light physical activity such as stretching.