Test – Taking
Essential Test Taking
Advice
Try out these strategies while you’re still in high school,
and by the time you get to college, you’ll be a A
Before the Test. Eat well.
Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and
perform your best.
Bring the right
supplies. Bring your pencils, erasers, pen, rulers, compasses, calculators
or whatever else you need on test day.
Review the whole test
before you start. See how many
sections and what types of question are on the test. Determine how much time to
allow for completing each section.
Jot down your first thought. During your first scan of the test,
make quick notes about your thoughts. For example, you may want to outline your
answers to written-response and essay questions right away.
During le test
1. Read the directions Its important that you follow the
instructions exactly. For example, some questions may have more than 1 answer
correct.
2.
Answer
easy questions first. Doing this can jog your memory about useful facts.
You may also come across information that can help
3.
Answer
every question
Unless there is
a penalty for wrong questions , try to answer every question: you may be able
to get partial credit for those you begin but don’t complete them correctly.
4. Ask questions. If a question isn’t clear,
talk to your teacher. If that’s possible, explain your answer in the margin.
5. Identify key words this helps you focus on the main idea of
challenging question
6. Rephrase difficult questions To
understand questions better, rewrite them in your own words. Be careful not to
change the meaning.
7. Write neatly be sure you don’t lose
points on answer the teacher cant read
8. Use all the time you’re given. If you
finish early, don’t leave. Use the extra time to proofread and review your
answers
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