1. Be the Best at Taking a Test!

2. Preparing for a Test Budget your time – start studying early! Make sure you understand what’s on the test. Be sure to study homework assignments, workbook pages, notes, and the study guide. Reread and discuss the chapter or story with a parent, caregiver, or study buddy. Get a good night’s sleep before the test.

3. Taking a Test Bring all the required materials to the test (pens, pencils, notes, textbook, etc…) Don’t spend too much time on a “stumper.” Skip it, put a circle around the number, and come back later. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a question. Don’t worry about other people! Take your time and do your best. If you finish early, review the answers and look for anything you skipped or any other careless mistakes you may have made. Keep a positive attitude! You can do it!

4. Multiple Choice Tips –Read the question & think of the answer –Read ALL of the choices –Eliminate the answers you know are wrong –Decide which is best & mark it

5. Short Answer & Essay Tips Use other parts of the test as clues. Read the questions carefully. Answer completely. Reread your answer to make sure you’ve included all the information asked for. Write neatly so that the teacher can read it!

6. After a Test Look it over to see if you understand your mistakes. Ask any questions. Save the test to study in the future.

7. Test Anxiety? What is it? –Sometimes you may feel sick. Headache Stomach ache Feeling too hot or too cold –Easily upset, frustrated, or irritated. How do you control it? –Be well prepared. –Test yourself when you study. –Think POSITIVE! –Practice “thought stopping.” –Calm yourself with slow, deep breaths. –During the test, take a break and stretch your arms and legs. –Talk to yourself. “I can do this. I am OK.” Treat yourself when you’re done!

8. Good Habits Take responsibility for yourself. Don’t let friends decide what’s important. Put first things first. Set goals for studying - schedule. Work in a quiet, comfy place.