Preparing for a test
T or F: You should take a test on an empty stomach
False
T or F: You should circle key numbers and units, underline the question, box action words, evaluate and eliminate, 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 - analyze all information given to you!
If you start feeling anxious, what is a strategy you can use?
Taking deep breaths, count to 10 or 20, small movements, skipping over and returning to questions later, positive self-talk/pep talk.
Always use the ___________ before beginning the test.
Restroom
Name one strategy you can use to prevent and control test anxiety.
Be prepared, practice, avoid negative thoughts, visualize success, don't compare yourself to others, have a plan and follow it, eat well, get a good night's sleep, chill, come early,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 - you want to make sure you do not skip any steps or you are prone to making mistakes!
What should you do before submitting your test?
Review that all questions have been answered. Make sure what you wrote on your scratch paper is the answer you chose.
What is the best way to manage your study time?
Review a little each day
What should you not do the night before the test?
Cram or procrasinate
T or F: You should Predict what the answer is BEFORE you read the choices.
True
What is the best thing to do when taking ANY test?
Mental attitude is everything! BE POSITIVE.
T or F: During the test, always scan first to see what it covers to reduce test anxiety and boosts confidence.
What is True?
T of F: There are no benefits to being successful on the CAASPP.
False - campus incentives, transcripts/college applications, replace CBEST
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.
True - process of elimination is a great strategy!
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
True or False: You may have your cell phone on your desk while you take the test.
False
Provide an example of "Positive Self Talk"
I got this, I can do it!, I am smart, I am fearless
What should you do the morning of the test?
Arrive to school early, eat breakfast at home or at school, take a moment to relax.
What is a good strategy for taking a multiple choice test?
Read the questions, read the passage, eliminate wrong answers first, reread question and see which of the remaining questions answers it best, etc.
True or False-You can review questions and answers before turning in your test.
True - Always go back to review your answers and make sure you have answered all of them.
What should I do if I finish before the time given?
Go back to answer any skipped questions, reread questions and answers, etc.
The consequences of this action is to not learn as much, risk failing the course, expulsion from school , stress, throwing away your money & time, trash your integrity, & lowers self esteem.
Cheating - DO NOT CHEAT!!!!!