The purpose of exams that a student takes in school is to measure how much you know about the subjects the exam covers. In school classes, the purpose is to measure how much you have learned about the material that was taught, usually within a given time period. You are going to take a variety of exams throughout your life and career. Why not learn the skills to become a better test taker?
Get ready before testing:
· Get plenty of rest the night before each testing day
You need 7-9 hours of sleep, so go to bed by 10pm.
• Avoid the morning rush. Set out clothes the night before. Get to school a few minutes earlier than you usually do.
• Eat a good nutritious breakfast the morning of each testing day
(Milk with cereal, eggs, fruits)
While testing:
LISTEN: Always listen to the directions given by teacher.
READ: Read the directions written on the test. Read the question and all answer choices before marking anything.
ASK: Ask the teacher if you do not understand the directions.
*Stay focused and relaxed. Focused AND relaxed? Doesn't that sound impossible? Well, what we mean is this: keep your mind on the test, but don't tighten up. Try to stay loose and cool so you can move through the questions one by one.
* Sit comfortably. Don't hunch over the test or stiffen up. Sit in a relaxed way and keep your posture loose so you don't add aches and pains to your list of possible worries.
USE YOUR TIME WISELY!
· Don’t spend too much time on any one question.
· It is important to answer every question even if you are not sure of the answer.
· Pace yourself. Use all your time! There are no extra points for finishing early.
· Save time at the end to review your test and make sure you haven't left out any answers.
· Answer the easiest questions first, but be sure to go back to those questions you skipped.
When you are done:
-Fill in bubbles fully, write neatly, and erase stray marks.
-If you finish early, check to make sure you have answered all questions.
-Once you have finished, please remain quiet as others will still be working on the test.
Get ready before testing:
· Get plenty of rest the night before each testing day
You need 7-9 hours of sleep, so go to bed by 10pm.
• Avoid the morning rush. Set out clothes the night before. Get to school a few minutes earlier than you usually do.
• Eat a good nutritious breakfast the morning of each testing day
(Milk with cereal, eggs, fruits)
While testing:
LISTEN: Always listen to the directions given by teacher.
READ: Read the directions written on the test. Read the question and all answer choices before marking anything.
ASK: Ask the teacher if you do not understand the directions.
*Stay focused and relaxed. Focused AND relaxed? Doesn't that sound impossible? Well, what we mean is this: keep your mind on the test, but don't tighten up. Try to stay loose and cool so you can move through the questions one by one.
* Sit comfortably. Don't hunch over the test or stiffen up. Sit in a relaxed way and keep your posture loose so you don't add aches and pains to your list of possible worries.
USE YOUR TIME WISELY!
· Don’t spend too much time on any one question.
· It is important to answer every question even if you are not sure of the answer.
· Pace yourself. Use all your time! There are no extra points for finishing early.
· Save time at the end to review your test and make sure you haven't left out any answers.
· Answer the easiest questions first, but be sure to go back to those questions you skipped.
When you are done:
-Fill in bubbles fully, write neatly, and erase stray marks.
-If you finish early, check to make sure you have answered all questions.
-Once you have finished, please remain quiet as others will still be working on the test.