STAAR Test Taking Tips, Strategies, and Reminders

The night before a test, you should ____.

• wait until bedtime to start studying
• get a good night's sleep
• stay up late to watch TV
• worry about the test

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On the morning of a test, you should have___.

• a balanced breakfast
• a soda
• nothing
• sugary foods

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When taking a test, it is most important to___.

• do better than your friend
• finish first
• look at your classmate's paper when you don't know the answer
• relax and try your best

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What should you NOT do the night before STAAR?

• Do something relaxing and enjoyable
• Get a good night's sleep
• Stay up until 1 a.m. playing videogames
• Enjoy positive vibes

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The first step in taking a test is to

• read the directions carefully

• read the whole test before you begin

• study your notes

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What should you do if you do not know the answer to a particular question?

• Silently review all the related information you do know.

• Skip the item and come back to it if you have time later.

• Spend extra time on it until you've determined the best choice.

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During the test, I should _________________. 

• Move as quickly as I can.
• Skip around the test.
• Take my time and stay focused.
• Think about what I'm going to do at recess. 

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If I finish my test quickly, I will probably ____________________. 

• Get a very high score. 
• Not do as well as others who take their time. 
• Talk to my neighbor because I'm bored. 
• Get all the questions correct.  

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While I'm taking the test, I should remember to ________________________________. 

• talk to my neighbor. 
• make lots of noise. 
• take my time but not to spend too much time on any one question.
• All of the above.

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While the test directions are being read aloud, I should ______________________.  

• listen carefully.
• draw pictures on my test. 
• talk to everyone. 
• None of the above

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