Test Taking Strategies

What is one tip for self-discipline the night before testing?

• Go to bed on time

• Eat a big meal

• Watch TV late

• Play video games

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is one responsibility to take care of the night before testing?

• Charge your iPad

• Leave your homework

• Forget your notes

• Skip breakfast

What is one life skill mentioned for the morning of testing?

• Wear clean clothes

• Constantly think about the test

• Eat a good breakfast

• Talk to your parents

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is another life skill mentioned for the morning of testing?

• Time management

• Exercising

• Positive Thinking

• Goal setting

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the first step we should take before reading a passage, besides looking at the title?

• Read the first paragraph

• Read the questions first

• Read the conclusion

• Look for unknown words

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Using Clues from Other Questions: If a student is unsure about Question 2, they can use the information from Question 1. Explain how this strategy can be helpful in reading comprehension.

• It helps in understanding the context better.

• It confuses the student more.

• It has no effect on comprehension.

• It makes the questions harder.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Reading realistic fiction with illustrations. Reading about famous places and people. Reading about art, music, and traditions. Describe how completing these tasks can improve reading skills.

• Improves comprehension and vocabulary

• Enhances math skills

• Develops scientific knowledge

• Increases physical fitness

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

What should you do if you are uncertain about your first answer choice?

• Review your answer and make a decision

• Stick with your first choice no matter what

• Ask someone else for the answer

• Leave it blank

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

What are some examples of extreme words that might indicate an incorrect answer?

• Always, never, all, none

• Sometimes, maybe, possibly

• Often, frequently, usually

• Rarely, seldom, hardly

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

What should you do if two answers seem almost the same?

• Choose the first answer

• Choose the second answer

• Choose the answer that seems more correct

• Choose both answers

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CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10