Preparing for the EOG's
What should you do the night before the test?
Go to bed early
True or False: You should eliminate any choice(s) that you know are not correct.
TRUE!
What is one of the first things you can do to help yourself before you start your EOG?
Do a "brain dump" on your provided paper! Write down everything you can remember.
Why are test administrators required to write the testing time on the board?
To help you with time management.
What is the goal of the EOG's?
To show academic growth compared to last school year.
What should you do the morning of the EOG's?
Eat a healthy breakfast
ELA: What is a strategy you can use before reading a passage?
Reading the questions
If you are feeling panicked during testing, what can you do?
Take a deep breath, take a minute to relax, and refocus.
What is an important strategy to use during multiple choice questions?
Read each choice very carefully.
What levels are considered proficient for passing the EOG?
Levels 3, 4, and 5
What should you do before you begin your EOG?
Math, True or False: I can use a calculator for all questions on the EOG
False, only the calculator active section
What should you do if you feel overwhelmed by your inner critic?
Channel your inner coach instead! You can do this.
What is the most common mistake on multiple-choice questions?
Second-guessing yourself...go with your gut! Your first answer is usually the right one.
What should you do if you notice you are one of the last few testing?
PLEASE DON'T RUSH! Focus, and take a deep breath. Show what you know!
What are some tools offered on-screen during EOGs that should be familiar?
Highlighter, X-ing out answer choices, flagging a question to go back.
ELA: What should you highlight in a multiple-choice question?
Key words, what the question is asking, or where you found your evidence
If you do not know an answer to a question, what should you do?
-Eliminate incorrect "silly" answers
-Come back to the question by flagging it
-Take a smart guess
What should you do if the testing session ends and you haven't finished yet?
RELAX...you have more time if needed.
True or False: you may have a smart device (watch, cell phone, etc) on you during the EOG's.
False
What are some strategies to follow during EOG's?
Read directions, pace yourself, review your answers.
Math: What is the most important step?
Show your work! Prove your answer.
At the end of the test, what should you do?
Review all your answers
Before clicking submit, what should you do?
Check that all questions are answered.
Name a personal item you might need with you to take your EOG's.
Glasses, contacts, etc.