How to prepare for the EOG
What should you do the night before a test?
Exercise, eat a healthy dinner, go to bed early
When you read a multiple choice question, you should try and answer it before you look at the answer choices. True or False
True!!
Before you look at the answer choices, you should try and solve the question. True or False
True!!
What should you do the morning of the test?
Keep calm, eat a healthy breakfast, take deep breaths to relax and focus
T/F: You can talk to your school counselor if you are feeling stressed and do not know what to do about it.
Absolutely true!
What can I do to show my very best on the EOG?
answer every choice, go back and check your work!
True or false: Taking a nap is always a healthy coping skill for stress.
False. A nap every once in a while is okay, but if you do it to escape what is stressing you out, it can become a bad habit.
X out those answer choices.
How can you decrease stress levels before a test?
Leave the drama behind, take care of problems before you get to school, be prepared, etc.
True or false: Stress is always bad.
False. Some stress is good because it motivates you.
Before the test, you should
(A) -take a deep breath
(B) -panic
Take a deep breath and say I GOT THIS!!!!
T/F: Things that make you feel good in the moment, but don't help solve the problem are good to use to cope with stress.
False!!! Please do not do things that only temporarily make you feel good. They usually are very bad for you and create bad habits.
Which statement is true? A) once you find the answer, click it, and move on
B) read all the answer choices before clicking the answer
B-read all answer choices first before moving on
What is the goal of the EOG test?
Improvement from last year (1 year of growth)
How can stress affect you?
Sadness, anger, anxiety, headaches, stomach aches, getting sick, having problems in relationships, etc.
What tools are offered on the EOG for me?
highlighting, x-ing out answer choices, flagging a question, paper, pencil, calculator
What are some things you can do about stress?
Focus on the things you can control. (And don’t worry about what you can’t.) Find a way to deal with what you can’t control.
Do what you can to prepare. Manage your time.
Take care of your body. Eat, sleep and exercise well.
Use positive self-talk.
Talk to a friend or adult.
At the end of the test, what should you check before being completely done?
Look at your test answer responses and make sure ALL questions have been answered.
What are the advantages of passing the EOG?
Meeting your academic goals and being ready for the next grade
What is stress?
Your mind and body's response to feeling overwhelmed, nervous or being in a dangerous situation. The uncomfortable feeling when you feel that you are dealing with too much.
When I am confused on a problem, do I just guess an answer choice?
No, flag the question and come back at the end.
What is positive self talk?
Talking positively and encouraging yourself. Help keep your mind out of the negative.
If other people finish before you, what do you do?
Don't rush! Keep your concentration. You have time. This test measures what you are capable of, not other classmates. SHOW WHAT YOU KNOW!!!!