Test-Taking

Test-Taking

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Before the test

Bring the right supplies	Review the whole test	Jet down your first thought	Read the directions
Answer easy questions first	Ask questions	Identify key terms	Rephrase difficult questions

Eat well.

Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and perform your best.

1.  Bring the right supplies.

Bring your pencils, erasers, pens, rulers, compasses, calculators or whatever else you need on test day.

2.  Review the whole test before you start.

See how many sections and what types of questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each section.

3.  Jot down your first thoughts.

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 way.

During the test

4.  Read the directions.

It’s important that you follow the instructions exactly. For example some questions may have more than one correct answer.

5.  Answer easy questions first

Doing this can jog your memory about useful facts. You may also come across information that can help you with other questions.

6.  Answer every question.

Unless there I a penalty for wrong answers try to answer every question; you may be able to get partial credit for those you begin but don’t complete correctly.

7.  Ask questons.

If a question isn’t clear, talk to your teacher. If that’s not possible explain your answer in the margin.

8.  Identify key words.

This helps you focus on the main idea of challenging questions

9.  Rephrase difficult questions.

To understand questions better, rewrite them in your own words. Be careful not to change the meaning.

10. Organize  your thoughts before you write.

Take time to organize your responses   to short answers an essay questions. You reduce the time you need to revise.

11. Write neatly