Preparing for a test
T or F: You should stay at home and skip the test.
What is False
T or F: You should highlight key numbers and units, underline important words from the question, evaluate and eliminate answer choices, and show your work.
True
T or F: Graphs, tables, charts, equations, and word problems, provide information that you can use to answer questions!
True
If you start feeling anxious, what is a strategy you can use?
Taking deep breaths, count to 10 or 20, small movements, skipping over(flagging) and returning to questions later, positive self-talk/pep talk.
A healthy breakfast consists of.
What is protein, healthy fats, milk?
Name one strategy you can use the morning before testing to be successful?
Remember to eat breakfast, dressing comfortably, take a mindful moment for yourself, stay hydrated, etc.
T or F: You should Never Read all of the answer choices!
False
True or False- You should show all of your work.
True
What should you do before submitting your test?
Double check your test. Review that all questions have been answered. Check to make sure that you didn't leave any questions blank.
What is the best way to manage your study time?
Review a little each day
Name 3 key items you need during your test.
Pencil, Paper, Computer.
What should you do if you don't know the answer to a questions?
What is take your best guess or eliminate answers to help select the best answer.
or
Flag the question and go forward or back to remind yourself of the info related to your question.
On the Math STAAR, what tool can I use to be successful?
Desmos, or strikethrough
What should you do before selecting an answer for a multi-step math question?
Solve the problem, show your work, and double check.
Provide an example of "Positive Self Talk"
I got this, I can do it!, I am smart, I am fearless
Name at least 1 thing you should you do the night before the test?
Get at good nights sleep (8 hours- preferably)
T or F: You should Eliminate any choice(s) that you know are not the correct answer.
What is True
When it comes to Testing directions, name an effective strategy?
Read the directions, ask for an explanation of the directions, clarify or paraphrase the directions
What is never allowed with the test?
Discussing questions with your peers after you took the test, cheating, looking for answers on other student's tests or trying to find answers online.
Name a personal item you might need with you to take your test.
Glasses, contacts, etc.
What should you do the morning of the test?
Arrive to school early, take a moment to relax, eat breakfast
What is one thing you can do during the test to be successful?
Read the directions, pace yourself, review your answers, etc.
Name one test taking strategy that your teacher has taught you?
Some examples may include: crossing out two wrong answers, highlighting important words, taking notes, show your work to each problems, etc.
What item(s) are you not allowed to have while taking the test?
Items such as cell phones, smartwatches, or ear buds are not allowed while taking the test.
True or False: During a math test you're allowed to use a calculator for the entire test.
False