Test Taking Strategies by Katarina Ellis https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq en-us 2016-11-09 19:44:54 UTC 2017-05-17 03:49:22 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png Preparation mattsnider022 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136561742 Prepare for the test the previous day by studying with plenty of time for sleep (8 to 10 hours), and eat a morning breakfast to provide your body with all the proper nutrients.]]> 2016-11-09 20:15:00 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136561742 Preparation  katarinamonet17 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136562093 Complete your study guide (if you're not given one, make your own). Check your answers with the teacher to ensure that you're studying the correct things. ]]> 2016-11-09 20:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136562093 Preparation yildadominguez8 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136563670 Always arrive early and take a moment to relax and reduce your anxiety.
  • This brief time period will boost your confidence, and you can ask your teacher any additional questions.
  • Use this time to focus your mind and think positive thoughts.
]]> 2016-11-09 20:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136563670 Preparation yildadominguez8 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136564136 Plan how you will use the allotted time.
  • Estimate how many minutes you will need to finish each test section.
  • Determine a pace which will ensure completing the whole test on time.
  • Start with the easiest section to build your confidence.
]]> 2016-11-09 20:22:43 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136564136 Multiple Choice  katarinamonet17 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136564446 Come up with the answer before looking at the choices; this will help you feel more confident about your choice, or help you find the option closest to your answer. ]]> 2016-11-09 20:23:40 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136564446 After yildadominguez8 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136564611
  • Plan to finish early and have time for review.
    • Return to difficult questions you marked for review.
    • Proofread your essays and pay attention to grammar and spelling.
    • Make sure you answer all the questions. Many students have failed to notice questions on the back side of the paper.
    • ]]>     2016-11-09 20:24:11 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136564611     Essays yildadominguez8 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136565560 Organize your thoughts before you begin to write.
    • A short outline on a separate piece of paper will improve your essay.
    • Write the topics and the key introductory words.
    ]]>     2016-11-09 20:27:29 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136565560     Freezing up baileyeiband https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136565755 If you go blank then put your pencil down, sit up straight, take two or three deep breaths, then pick up your pencil again and begin.

    ]]>     2016-11-09 20:28:08 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/136565755     What to Bring mattsnider022 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137097559 You should try to bring water, extra paper, and a sharpened pencil. ]]> 2016-11-11 20:46:01 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137097559 True Vs. False Questions katarinamonet17 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137097988 "Qualifiers" are words that keep the option open (example: Often, sometimes). "Absolutes are close-ended words (Never, always). Try to lean towards the qualifiers. ]]> 2016-11-11 20:49:54 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137097988 Pacing baileyeiband https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137098066 Take your time, it's not worth it  going fast and rushing in to it when you have a longer amount of time. ]]> 2016-11-11 20:50:36 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137098066 Answering katarinamonet17 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137915963 You should read the answers first, then the question. This is to help you think of the answer as you're reading the question. ]]> 2016-11-15 21:10:18 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/137915963 katarinamonet17 https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/138560432 2016-11-17 20:40:27 UTC https://padlet.com/katarinamonet17/6krms3wr4ycq/wish/138560432