Test Taking Strategies!

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100

Name one thing you could do before a test to help you get focused.  

Suggestions include make sure to eat a good breakfast, get a good night's sleep, take a few deep breaths.  

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.

300

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

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!)

400

True or False:  You should skip the directions and just get started on the test. 

False!  You should read the directions carefully before starting the test. 

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100

What is one suggestion when answering multiple choice questions? 

Suggestions include:  slash the trash:  eliminate the wrong answer; read the question carefully; make sure to read the answers carefully. 

200

True or False? :  If you don't know the answer, you should just leave the answer blank and move on to the next question.  

False- Be sure to answer every question.  Even if you don't know the answer, do your best and choose the best answer you can.  

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.

400

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

False, because it is possible that you may have miss-read a question the first time around. It is always good to go back and look it over so you get the best score.

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100

True or False? When answering multiple choice questions, you should just pick the first answer and not read the rest of them. 

False!  You should carefully read all of the answers before answering multiple choice questions.  

200

Name 2 things you can do during a test to help keep yourself calm and focused. 

Suggestions include drink water, take a few deep breaths, take a quick brain break or break. 

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..

400

Share 2 test taking strategies that help you.  

Suggestions include:  taking my time during a test, giving it my best effort, getting a good night's sleep before a test, etc. 

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100

True or False? :  You should do what you want or make a routine that helps you prepare physically and mentally before a test. 

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.

200

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

8 hours.

300

List some foods that you should eat before a test that will wake up your brain and body.

(Answers may vary) apples, yogurt, blueberries, peanut butter, eggs, oatmeal, milk, orange juice, grapefruit, etc.

400

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.