Grade 8. Slide 2 Did you know that all 8th graders in Louisiana will take the EXPLORE test during the week of March 9-13, 2015 Clearwood Jr. High will.

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Grade 8

Slide 2 Did you know that all 8th graders in Louisiana will take the EXPLORE test during the week of March 9-13, 2015 Clearwood Jr. High will be taking EXPLORE on Tuesday, March 10 th. Most students will be testing in homerooms.

Slide 3 EXPLORE is a great way to get a head start on the ACT test and to make sure you’re on track for high school. Students who take EXPLORE are more likely to score higher on the ACT test. The ACT is an important test that colleges and universities use to help them make admissions and scholarship decisions. What is EXPLORE?

Slide 4 EXPLORE shows your strengths and weaknesses in English, mathematics, reading, and science. EXPLORE helps you search for careers and learn which ones might be right for you. EXPLORE helps you choose high school courses that will prepare you for college and work. What else can EXPLORE tell you?

Slide 5 If you or your parents have questions about EXPLORE, be sure to ask your counselor. Here are two of the most common questions about EXPLORE. Common Questions about EXPLORE

Slide 6 How many questions are on EXPLORE and how long does it take? SubjectNumber of Questions Time Limit English4030 minutes Math3030 minutes Reading3030 minutes Science2830 minutes

Slide 7 There is no penalty for guessing on EXPLORE. Be sure to answer every question. If you leave a question blank, if will be marked incorrect. Should I guess if I don’t know an answer?

Slide 8 Get plenty of sleep the night before the test. Follow directions exactly, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. EXPLORE is a timed test, so pace yourself! Don’t spend too much time on any one question. Not sure of the answer? First rule out every wrong answer you can. Then, pick the best answer from those left. If you finish early, go back and review your work. Tips for Doing Your Best on EXPLORE

Slide 9 Two sharpened No. 2 pencils with good erasers A watch to pace yourself (no timers or beepers, please) A calculator for the math test Suggested tools for EXPLORE

Slide 10 Sample EXPLORE Questions questions-all.pdf questions-all.pdf