Best Test Taking Tips for the EOC by Kimberly Harkins https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx en-us 2019-02-11 17:38:04 UTC 2025-05-13 21:24:47 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448718240 If you're stuck on a question, don't linger on it, mark it for review and move on to the next question.

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  • Get enough sleep—seriously, don’t cram all night.

  • Eat a real breakfast (protein + carbs).

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  • Get at least 7–8 hours of sleep the night before.

  • Eat a balanced meal (carbs + protein) before the test.

    • ]]>     2025-05-13 14:53:31 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448719074     https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448720419 Stay positive: If you hit a tough spot, remind yourself that you’ve got this. One tough question doesn’t define your whole exam.

    ]]>     2025-05-13 14:54:19 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448720419     https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448720455 Don’t skim too fast. A lot of mistakes happen because students rush through the reading and miss context or tone.

    ]]>     2025-05-13 14:54:20 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448720455     Exam Tip https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448720498 Every 30–45 minutes, take 30 seconds to look away, breathe deeply, and stretch your fingers/neck

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    ]]>     2025-05-13 14:54:39 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448720950     Read Instructions Carefully: https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448721059 Make sure you understand the question before answering.


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  • If you panic, pause: Take 3 deep breaths.

  • Don’t obsess over one question — move on, come back later.

  • Use all the time you have — but don’t overthink everything

    • ]]>     2025-05-13 14:55:04 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448721742     https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448722564 Pace Yourself:

    Break the exam into smaller chunks and give yourself 1-2 minute breaks between sections.

    ]]>     2025-05-13 14:55:33 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448722564     https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448723385 Use the process of elimination

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  • Mental Segmentation: Divide the exam into smaller, more manageable parts (sections, sets of questions, etc.). Instead of thinking "I have 4 hours," focus on completing one section or group of questions at a time.


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    ]]>     2025-05-13 14:56:59 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448724738     https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448725630 Pause for a few seconds between questions- roll your shoulders and stretch your neck.

    ]]>     2025-05-13 14:57:32 UTC https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448725630     Self-encouragement https://padlet.com/anneharkins/8nplcj3eqvyx/wish/3448725838 Whenever you finish a section or handle a challenging problem, remind yourself how well you're doing. Stay positive, and avoid letting one difficult question derail your confidence.

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