Get Ready for ACCESS!

WHY do you have to take the ACCESS test?

• To make your teachers happy.

• To get out of class.

• To show what you know and can do in English.

• To show what you know about math.

Can you go back and listen to the questions again during the LISTENING test?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

When you are taking the SPEAKING test, which of the following answers are TRUE? Select ALL that apply.

• You should keep talking as long as the timer circle is blue.

• You should see how fast you can finish your answer.

• You should take a moment to think about your answer before you hit record.

• You should use a normal speaking voice.

What should you do when taking the READING test? Select ALL that apply.

• Read as fast as you can!

• Look back in the text to find the answer.

• Read the text slowly and carefully.

• Make a guess when choosing your answer so you can finish more quickly.

What should you do when taking the WRITING test? Select ALL that apply.

• Write more than they ask you to! Instead of five sentences, see if you can write seven or eight.

• Re-read your answer to check for complete sentences, capital letters, and punctuation.

• Figure out what they are asking me to do and organize my thoughts before writing.

• Write as quickly as you can so you can finish the test.

A perfect score on the ACCESS test is 6.0. What score do YOU need in order to test out of the EL program?

• 6.0

• 2.0

• 4.5

• 3.5

What happens if you do NOT score a 4.5 or higher on the ACCESS test this year? Select ALL that apply.

• You are finished with the EL program!

• You will continue in the EL program next year.

• You have to bring your teacher a coffee from Starbucks.

• You have to take the test again every year until you score a 4.5 or higher.

What happens if you DO score a 4.5 or higher on the ACCESS test this year? Select ALL that apply.

• You are finished with the EL program!

• You have to take the test again next year.

• You have to bring your teacher a coffee from Starbucks.

• You will be awarded during a special ceremony at the end of the year.

Why is it important for you to try your best on the ACCESS test? Think about yourself - not what your teacher wants you to say. Why do YOU want to do well?

What would you like to earn as a reward for putting forth your BEST EFFORT on the ACCESS test?

• Taki's/chips

• Candy

• Treasure Box/toy prize

• A high-five from your teacher!