Test Taking Strategies!

Before a test

Multiple Choice Strategies

Test strategies

Random Questions

Writing Portion

100

T/F

I can bring my phone or electronics into the testing setting?

False

100

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".

100

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.

100

What should you do if you feel like your mind has went blank or you just need to refocus?

100

How many paragraphs will you have to write for the essay

200

Should you arrive early to your testing destination and get comfortable or arrive late?

You should arrive early with spare time on your hands to be able to avoid the stress of running late right before your test.

200

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.

200

What should you do when you finish your test

read your book or put your head down!!

200

How many hours of sleep should you get before a test the next day?

8 hours.

200

What are the 5 parts of an essay

Intro, Body/SD 1, Body/SD 2, Body/SD 3, Conclusion

300

Create negative affirmation about test taking such as "I am going to fail" or "I am not prepared for this test at all. True or False?

False! You should never create negative affirmation; it should be positive. You should have thoughts such as "I am fully prepared for this test" or "I am confident to pass and earn the highest score". (Never put yourself down, you can do it!)

300

What is the first thing you should do when coming across a lengthy question?

Look for keywords throughout the question, underline anything important (if you're allowed to write on the test), analyze and see what relates to any of your answers.

300

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..

300

What type of round object will you be given to eat that will help you focus on the test

Peppermints

300

What should you prepare before you start to write your draft?

create an outline

400

T/F

Before taking your test, should make sure that you are focused with a clear head?

True

400

Once you finish your test with time to spare you should turn it in. True or False?

False, YOU NEED TO CHECK YOUR WORK FIRST

400

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 circle it and then come back to it at the end.

400

What grades take the Forward Exam in our school

3-8

400

How many sentences should a paragraph have

5 or more

500

What two things do I need to take to the testing site with me?

Pencil and a book

500

How many times should you look over your test/answers before submitting?

at least twice

500

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.

500

When does Forward Start and End

3/18- 4/17

500

What is the structure of a paragraph

opening sentence, 3 supporting details, closing sentence