Test Taking Strategies

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What should you do first when opening a reading question?

Back

Read the title to see if it is fiction or nonfiction.

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What is the best thing to do the night before a big test?

Back

Go to bed early.

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What should you eat on the day of the test?

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Eat a good breakfast.

Front

Should you mark the signposts, especially the AHA moments during a story?

Back

TRUE

Front

In a nonfiction text, should you underline the first line of each paragraph?

Back

TRUE

Front

What is a good strategy for managing time during a test?

Back

Pace yourself and keep track of time.

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Why is it important to read the questions before the passage?

Back

It helps you know what to look for in the text.

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What should you do if you don't understand a question on the test?

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Skip it and come back later if you have time.

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What is a helpful way to prepare for a test?

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Review your notes and practice with sample questions.

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What should you do if you feel nervous before a test?

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Take deep breaths and remind yourself that you are prepared.