Oklahoma State Test Prep

What should you do when you are starting a test? (Two answers)

• Read the questions first.

• Read the passages before answering the questions.

• Answer all the questions before reading the passages.

• Start your writing.

When testing, should you rush through the test or take your time?

• Rush through

• Take your time

How many times should you check your work?

• Check it once and say you are done.

• Do not check it at all.

• Check it twice and turn in without reading the questions.

• Check it twice or more, read the questions and answer choices before submitting.

How much time should you spend on your test? (Two answers)

• 10 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 90 minutes.

Answer explanation

You should always take at least an hour or more during your test. That means, take 60 or up to 90 minutes.

When you come across an question you are unsure about, what should you do?

• Look for clues in the passage.

• Guess without looking in the passage.

• Do not answer it.

• Skip the question.

Define the term 'analyze' as it relates to test prep in ELA.

• To examine in detail and identify key components or patterns.

• To rush through without paying attention to details

• To memorize without understanding

• To ignore and overlook important details

Explain the term 'cite textual evidence' in the context of ELA state test preparation.

• Summarizing the main idea of the text

• Providing specific quotes or examples from the text to support analysis or answer

• Ignoring the text and making up information

• Using personal opinions instead of quotes from the text

What does the term 'inference' mean in the context of ELA state test prep?

• Relying solely on personal opinions

• Ignoring evidence from the text

• Drawing conclusions or making educated guesses based on evidence from the text

• Making random guesses without any evidence

Describe the term 'main idea' as it pertains to ELA state test preparation.

• The main idea is irrelevant to understanding a passage or text.

• The main idea is the smallest detail in a passage or text.

• The main idea is the central point or theme of a passage or text.

• The main idea is only found in non-fiction texts.

What is the significance of the term 'text structure' in ELA state test prep?

• It has no significance in ELA state test prep

• It is only used for creative writing, not for test prep

• It helps students understand how to analyze and comprehend different types of texts.

• It is only important for foreign language classes