Before the Test
The night before the test, you should go to bed _____.
a. At your normal time
b. Not at all
c. Early
d. It doesn't matter what time you go to sleep
c. Early
Should you work on the easier or harder questions first?
Easier. You don't want to spend too much time on the harder questions in the beginning of the test. Pacing is important.
Flag the ones you don't understand, and come back to them later!
True or False?
You are allowed to talk if you finish your test before everyone else.
False.
How many pieces of scratch paper can you use on the test?
As many as you need. You will be given one piece at a time. Each piece of paper must have your name printed on it and returned to the teacher after the test is completed.
How many tests are you taking?
Should I stay up all night playing video games the night before each test?
No
What should you do after you complete your test?
Review your answers
What should you do if you get stuck on a problem?
Flag the problem and go back to it
Do you HAVE to work out Math problems on scratch paper?
YES!!!!!! Coach Tyler TAUGHT YOU HOW TO WORK THEM OUT ON PAPER!!
DO NOT TRY TO SOLVE THEM IN YOUR HEAD!
How are you scored?
The overall performance levels are: Exceeds Expectations 4, Meets Expectations 3, Approaches Expectations 2, and Does Not Meet Expectations 1.
The morning of the test, you should make sure to ________________________ so that you are energized.
Eat a good breakfast
Is it more effective to study over a long period of time or to cram the information?
Study over a long period of time
You've been studying all year!
If you are unsure about the answer to a question, should you leave it blank?
You should flag the question and after answering the remainder of the questions, go back to the questions you flagged and answer it as best as you can!
Should directions be read before answering a question?
YES!!!!! You should ALWAYS read the directions before starting a section.
What score do you have to make on a ENG II state test?
1050 or higher
True or False?
Positive and negative thoughts can impact how you perform on the test.
True! Thats why it is important to think positive thoughts.
True or false?
When completing questions that go with a passage, a good strategy is to read the entire passage before looking at the questions.
False. It is a good strategy to read the questions first before reading the passage so that you know what information to look for.
Can I ask Ms. Lewis for help with the directions on the test?
What should you do when you have answered all your questions?
You should check to make sure no questions are flagged and then raise your hand for your teacher to make sure you properly exit the program.
What tests are you taking the months of April-May?
US. History, ENG II, Science 7/8th, ENG 7/8th, Biology, Algebra I
How many days of testing can you miss?
None!
Before you begin writing your response to your writing, you should make an ________.
Identify which type of writing are you about to write on.
Can you ask a teacher to pronounce a word on the test?
NO!!!!!!! The test examiner can only answer a question about technology.
Do you have to finish a section of a test the same day you start it?
Yes - you cannot complete a test the next day. If you start ELA section 1 on Wednesday, you must finish ELA section 1 on Wednesday.
What day do you begin the MAAP State testing?
April 3rd