Test-Taking
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· Essential Test-Taking Advice
Try out these strategies while you’re
still in high school, and by the time you get to collage, you’ll be a
test-taking expert.
· Before the test
Eat well.
Studies show that you need good nutrition
to concentrate and preform your best.
· Bring the right supplies.
Bring your pencils, erasers, pens, 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
questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each
section.
· 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 away.
· During the test
Read directions.
It’s important that you follow the
instructions exactly. For Example, some questions may have more than one correct
answer.
· 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.
· Answer every question.
Unless there is 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.
· Ask questions.
If a question isn’t clear, talk to
your teacher. If that’s not possible, explain your answer in the margin.
· Identify key words.
This helps you focus on the main idea
of challenging questions.
· Rephrase difficult questions
To understand questions better,
rewrite them in your own words. Be careful not to change the meaning.
· Organize your thoughts before you write
Take time to organize your response
to short-answers and essay questions. You’ll reduce the time you need to
revise.
· Write neatly
Be sure you don’t lose points on
answers the teacher can’t read.
Use all the
time you’re given.
If you finish early, don’t leave. Use the extra
time.