Smarter Balanced Test Prep 3

According to Dr. Sarah Johnson, what is essential when dealing with test-related stress?

• Ignoring the stress completely

• Feeling a little anxious

• Managing the stress effectively

• Focusing on the potential negative outcomes

What techniques can help manage test anxiety, as suggested in the text?

• Avoiding the test situation

• Deep breathing, meditation, or visualization

• Only studying the night before the test

• Not sleeping well before the test

What mindset is considered beneficial for handling the pressures of high-stakes testing?

• A fixed mindset

• A negative mindset

• A growth mindset

• An indifferent mindset

What is NOT recommended as a practical strategy for test day preparation?

• Arriving without any preparation

• Reading instructions carefully

• Taking breaks to relax

• Bringing everything you need

What should students do after the test, according to the text?

• Continuously think about the test

• Reflect on what they did well and what could be improved

• Worry about the mistakes they made

• Ignore the experience completely