Test Taking Strategies

How can practice tests help you perform better on the actual test?

• By reducing anxiety and increasing familiarity with the test format

• By showing you the exact questions that will be on the test

• By allowing you to avoid studying other material

• By guaranteeing a higher score regardless of study habits

When answering "not" questions, what is a recommended strategy?

• Ignore the word "not" and answer as usual

• Look for the statement that is incorrect or false

• Select the answer that seems most familiar

• Write down all possible answers first

Why is it useful to underline or circle key words in the test questions?

• To make the test paper look more colorful

• To help focus on important details and avoid misreading the questions

• To fill up empty space on the page

• To distract yourself from the pressure of the test

Why is it important to follow instructions carefully on a test?

• To ensure you answer all questions correctly

• To avoid losing points for not adhering to guidelines

• To impress the teacher with your neatness

• To finish the test as quickly as possible

How can using a Venn Diagram help with test preparation?

• By identifying and comparing different aspects of test reading and reading for fun

• By listing all the vocabulary words in the passage

• By organizing answers to math problems

• By summarizing the test passage

How can highlighting be useful during a reading test?

• To mark the answers in the question booklet

• To identify important information and keywords in the passage

• To decorate the test paper

• To highlight incorrect answers

When you finish a test early, what is the best strategy to use your remaining time?

• Turn in the test immediately

• Check your answers and review the questions

• Chat with classmates quietly

• Daydream until the time is up

What is an effective way to manage your time during a reading test?

• Spend equal time on all questions

• Spend more time on the questions you find easy

• Allocate more time to questions with higher points

• Use a timer to keep track of how long you spend on each section

What is the benefit of practicing with sample test questions before the actual test?

• To memorize the answers

• To become familiar with the test format and types of questions

• To increase reading speed

• To avoid studying other subjects

What is one key strategy to use when you encounter a difficult question on a test?

• Spend as much time as possible on it

• Skip it and return to it later

• Guess immediately and move on

• Ask a classmate for help