Before a test
True or False?
Turning off electronics and going to bed early help you prepare for a test.
What is...
True
This provides you with space to solve problems or plan your writing
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Scratch paper
A strategy you can use if you are distracted
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Refocus
Appropriate behavior before a test
What is...
Stay quiet and calm
Practice self-control
True or False?
You should look through the questions before starting your test.
True
This will give you an idea of what to expect.
True or False?
It's ok to be late on testing days.
What is...
False!
You should arrive early with spare time on your hands. This helps you to avoid the stress of running late right before your test.
You do this when you want to skip a question and return to it later
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Flag
Plugging in answer choices to see if you can come up with the correct answer.
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Working Backwards
Number of hours of sleep you should get the night before a test
What is...
8-10
What I shouldn't do when I see other people are finishing
What is...
Rush and try to be done next
Stress out
True or False?
It is a good idea to think negative thoughts about test taking such as "I am going to fail" or "I am not prepared for this test."
What is...
False!
Fill your mind with positive thoughts. 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!)
This tool can help you remember where important information was in a passage.
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Highlighter
A way to improve your chances of getting the right answer on a multiple choice question.
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Eliminate any answers that do not make sense or go with the question
Some foods that you should eat before a test that will wake up your brain and body
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Nuts; Fruit (apples, blueberries, strawberries, etc.); Small piece of dark chocolate or peppermint; Eggs; Oatmeal
When I am anxious/nervous during a test
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Closing your eyes just to pause momentarily
Take some deep breaths
Roll your head in a circle slowly
Positive self-talk
True or False?
Before taking your test, it is ok to review material you don't feel comfortable with.
What is...
True!
Completing some sample problems can help you practice. But remember, don't pressure yourself.
This tool can make the text bigger
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Zoom/magnification
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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.
Flag it and then come back to it at the end.
Deep breathing, stretching, listening to calming music
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Ways to relax before a test
Staring at the clock can help you stay on track
What is...
False
Staring at the clock is not only distracting but also stresses you out
True or False?
Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts (donuts and coffee), candy, etc. is the best breakfast on a test day.
What is...
False!
Eat a nutritious breakfast full of protein to help you focus during the test.
This tool can help you keep your place while you are reading a passage.
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Line guide
When you have finished your test
Go back and review the questions and answers
Ways to celebrate after the test
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Do whatever you love to do!
Jamming out to music, go outside to play, talk to your friends, play videogames, etc.
A tool to use to eliminate answers
What is...
Cross off