Testing Tips
While you're eliminating answers, look for the ones that either make no sense at all or that are completely different from the other answer choices.
True, it can help narrow down your choices.
If you know two of three options seem correct in a question then choose "all of the above" as your answer choice. True or False?
True, because if you know that the two choice are correct then it leaves it to be "all of the above".
If you are stuck on a problem you should keep re-reading the problem until you get the answer. True or false?
False, getting stuck on a problem and focusing on it can make you frustrated and have negative thoughts. It's better to skip to the next questions and come back to it later. If you still don't know the answer guess and keep it moving.
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.
Eating breakfast helps you do better on a test. True or False?
True, you think better when you have a full stomach. If you need something to eat before the test, please come see Mrs. Joyce!
Should you guess on a question that you are unsure of?
Not right away, you should skip the questions and move onto a different one then come back to it because it is possible that you might see something later on in the test that could possibly help you answer that question you were stuck on.
True, narrowing down answers using what you know can't be right is good way to help yourself out.
On true or false questions if you see 100% qualifiers like always or never, the answer is usually ________
False
What is the first thing you should do when coming across a lengthy question?
Look for keywords throughout the question, underline anything important, analyze and see what relates to any of your answers. Ex. is you see total you will need to add, or each is multiplication or division.
What are several ways to improve your chances of getting the right answer on a multiple choice question?
(Answers may vary) Eliminate any answers that do not make sense or go with the question. Cover your answers and read the question over again and look for key words. Etc..
Stretching/exercising during a test helps your brain. True or false?
True, activities that get your blood pumping get more oxygen to your brain and help you think better. If you need to, take a walk, go to the bathroom and run in place, or stretch.
Before taking your test, should you write down anything you remember that will help you or should you just wing it and go by what you think would be right.
You should write down whatever you remember (which is also known as Memory Cues); never wing it. Always chose the best thing to do over just "getting by". (Possible cues include formulas, dates, quotation or acronym.)
If you're stuck on a problem, eliminate the answers you know for sure are not correct.
True, narrowing down the choices can help you to get a better grasp of what could be true.
If you're having difficulties with a certain question, what should you do about it?
Skip the question and move on to a different one. Do not stay on that question for so long because it will take away from your test time. You can come back to it at the end.
Should you cram hard a night before an exam or should you stop and get your rest?
You should NOT cram a night before a test because you need approx. 8 hours of sleep and if you do cram, you won't really remember anything because of how tired you are. You need your focus and recognition.
Eating peppermint right before or during a test will help you. True or False?
True, studies have shown peppermint helps students with focus and can be calming if testing makes you anxious.
The question that has an answer that is a bit lengthy than the others is usually the one to be the correct one. True or False?
True, because it can be the one that is most informative and the others can just be something to do with the question but they're not specified or in detail.
What shouldn't you do when you have finished your test?
You should NOT change your answers. Unless new information has surfaced or it was something you missed when answering the questions leave them like you had them; always go with your gut.
You should do what you want or make a routine that helps you prepare physically and mentally before a test. True or False?
True! You should do whatever you do, if it's jamming to music then jam to music or if you like to do yoga with calming wave sounds then do that. Whatever helps you focus and gets you into preparation then do it.