Test Prep
True or False?
Most of your test preparation is done when you take notes, read the text, and develop questions.
True.
True or False?
If you are undecided about a test answer, it is recommended you eliminate the ones you know are wrong and go with your first hunch.
True
True or False?
Getting a good night's sleep and eating a healthy breakfast are more important than cramming all night the night before a test.
True.
True or False?
Being the first one done with a test usually means you got the best grade.
False.
Being the first one done does not mean you aced it or did better than everyone. You should always double-check your answers so you don't have an "aw man!" moment (aka you mistakenly skipped a question or answered one wrong).
The best way to study for a test is:
A. Spend a few solid hours of non-stop studying the night before a test.
B. Do your reading and homework on time and review your notes for a few minutes every day.
C. Highlight any questions you have so you can ask in class.
D. both B and C.
D. both B and C.
You should be reviewing notes daily (even if just for a few minutes) and have questions ready to ask in class to make sure you understand.
When given a test, the best option is:
A. Start immediately on the first question and go in order.
B. Quickly skim over the entire test.
C. Read all of the instructions first.
D. Both B and C
D. Both B and C. You should always read through the directions first and skim over the test to see what kinds of questions are on it.
When a teacher gives you a study guide, you should:
A. Ignore it, because you have already made your own study guide from your notes.
B. Use it to figure out what to focus on in the days leading up to the test.
C. Toss your notes and textbook aside; the study guide has all you need.
D. Stop paying attention in class. The study guide has all of the answers you need.
B. Use the study guide to determine what to study, read and review in the days leading up the test!
What should you do if you feel like your mind has went blank or you just need to refocus?
(Answers may vary) There are many different ways from turning your test over and closing your eyes just to pause momentarily or take a deep breath, you could roll your head in a circle slowly or even have a mental talk with yourself to regroup, etc.
True or False?
You should take a test on an empty stomach so you don't get a stomachache.
False.
True or False?
When you finish the test with time to spare, you should turn it in immediately.
False.
If you have spare time, doublecheck your answers and then doublecheck them again!