mind is alert, feel good, not tired, prepared, focused on test
100
What should you do if you don’t know the answer
Make an educated guess, look for key words/phrases to help you chose best answer, eliminate incorrect answers and pick from the others, skip it and come back to it
100
Why shouldn't you tap your pencil or hum during the test?
It could be distracting to other people in the classroom
100
Why should you read all the answers first?
You have to choose the BEST answer and sometimes one that seems to be the right one may not be the best.
200
Name two relaxation techniques (cannot use any already mentioned)
Any appropriate answers
200
Why should you lay your clothes out the night before?
it’s one less thing to do in the morning, saves time, less stress, won’t worry or stress you out
200
What if I can't finish the test in time?
If you have trouble finishing it in the amount of time given, you may have extra time
200
What should you do if you pencil point breaks?
Use a back-up pencil that is on top of your desk or ask the teacher for an extra
200
Why should you read all the questions first?
So know information will be most important and valuable to you. It will save you time from going back and forth if you know what kinds of questions you will be answering.
300
Name 3 relaxation techniques (cannot use any techniques that have already been said)
Any appropriate answer
300
Why should you get to school on time
no anxiety, focused on test and not getting to school/being late, relaxed, won’t miss directions or the test!
300
What do I do if it gets hard?
use relaxation techniques, try your best, remember some questions are supposed to be tough!
300
What should you do when you can’t ask for help?
Try to tackle the problem on your own as best as you can. Reread directions, review your calculations, etc. Relax and do your best.
300
What should you do if you’re not sure what the correct answer is?
Eliminate the answers you know aren’t correct and then make an educated guess on the ones that are left. Remember not to spend too much time on one question. You can always come back to it later if you have time.
400
Name one thing to do the night before the test
Go to bed on time, lay out your clothes, journal anxieties, etc.
400
When should you use a relaxation strategy
before you feel anxious, when preparing for the test, once you feel anxious so you can calm down
400
Will you fail 5th grade if you don't do well on the PSSA's?
NO! This test doesn't count towards your report card grades.
400
What should you do when you finish the test?
Check your work and sit quietly until time is up.
400
What should you use your highlighter for?
To mark any important passages, to show a main point, to highlight key words and phrases, etc.
500
Why should you wear comfortable clothes
So you aren't distracted by them while taking the test
500
Why shouldn’t you skip breakfast
It's food for your brain! Keep you focused on test and not hunger, more alert/less tired
500
What if you fail the PSSA's?
Trick question! You can't fail the PSSA's. You get an achievement score.
500
What will happen if you are absent/late for the test?
You will be able to make-up the test on a different day.
500
When should I leave an answer blank? Why?
Never. Wrong answers don’t count against you, so it’s always best to try using an educated guess!