NYSESLAT
Studying For The Test
Test Taking Stragtegies
Test Day Preparations
Online Resources
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What does the NYSESLAT acronym stand for?

New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test

100

The NYSESLAT measures your understanding of...?

Different topics/subjects in English.

100

Before answering a question you should....

always read the directions!

100

The night before the exam you should...

get a good nights sleep, go to bed early, get at least 8 hours of sleep. 

100

Which online resource is this?

An interactive game in which you can study your English terms and grammar.

Kahoot

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When is the NYSESLAT test administered?

Every Spring.

200

You should practice _________ English with a friend, or anyone you are comfortable with. 

speaking

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Even if you are unsure about a question you should...

answer the question (guess). Do not leave anything blank and answer every question! 

200

When you are nervous before or during the test you should...

relax and breathe. Remember that this is just a test, so try your best!

200

Which online resource is this?

Flashcards and study materials in which you can study your English terms and grammar.

Quizlet

300

What does the NYSESLAT measure?

How well students can read, write, speak, and listen in English.

300

What are some online resources you can use when studying for the NYSESLAT?

Youtube, Quizlet, Brainpop, Duolingo, online grammar practice. 

300
What language should you answer all questions in?

ENGLISH! English only! :)

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How can you prepare for the test?

Study, get enough sleep, bring a pencil to the test, pay attention in class, practice your English skills. 

300

Which online resource is this?

Grammar exercises and explanations.

Englisch-hilfen

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Why is the NYSESLAT test important?

The NYSESLAT determines which level of ENL students will be placed in the following year. (The test determines whether or not you will need to take Ms. Lopez's class next year).

400

When should you practice English?

As much as possible! 

400

When you are answering the multiple choice questions you should...

choose the best answer. 

look out for phrases like: which is NOT the answer, all of the above, none of the above. 

400

If you do not understand the directions on the test you should...

Ask the proctor to explain or repeat the directions. 
400

Which online resource is this?

A site where you can watch English videos with subtitles.

YouTube

500

What are the 5 English Language Proficiency levels?

Entering, Emerging, Transitioning, Expanding, and Commanding.

     1             2                3                4                        5

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What can you use to study for the NYSESLAT?

The NYSESLAT packet and ALL of the notes you will be taking to prep for the NYSESLAT. 

500

During written and speaking responses, you should...

make sure to restate the questions and answer them completely. DO NOT write/say one-word responses such as: yes, no or maybe.

500

True or False: 

On the day of the test, you should be on time to the testing site and eat breakfast before taking the test. 

TRUE! It is very important that you are on time to the testing site. If you are late, the proctor will not wait for you to begin the test. You should eat a healthy and filling breakfast before taking the test. Your brain works best when you have eaten a healthy meal.

500

Which online resource is this?

An online reading platform in which you can read and annotate articles in English.

CommonLit