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Test Taking
TipsBy Mrs. Egan
Taking the Terra Nova Test is unlike studying for your history, science, or math exams. The only real study is review. But there are things that you can do to improve your chances of doing well.
Before the Test Go To Bed
Early!!! Your brain and
body need sleep to function properly.
With a good night’s sleep, your brain will work better and make the answers come to you faster!
Before the Test
Have a Good Breakfast!!!!
You will think better on a full stomach
If you are hungry, the rumbling will make it harder to concentrate on the test
Before the Test
Wear Comfortable Clothing!!!!
If your clothes are uncomfortable, it can take away from your concentration.
Dress in layers, so that the room temperature will not distract you.
Think comfort, not style this week!!!!
Before the Test
Come Prepared!!!
Make sure to bring your pencils to class.You may also bring a
lucky charm to sit on your desk during the test.
Before the Test
Relax, Have a Positive Attitude!!!
Test scores do not measure intelligence
When the question is hard, tell yourself, “I can do it.”
During the Test
Multiple Choice Tests
Know when to guess!
Hummmmmmm…..
During the Test
Read the Questions Carefully!!!
It may be asking for the item that is not related.
During the Test Look For The
Impossible!! Most multiple
choice questions have two answers that you can eliminate right off bat.
Look out for the 100% answers using: all, none, always, never, etc...
During the Test
Best Answer! Check for the
“look alike” answers to choose between.
Look for the most inclusive answer!
Inclusive: covering or intended to cover all items, costs, or services
During the Test
Relax! Relax! Relax!
If you get stuck, don’t panic!
Just take a deep breath and make a good guess!
Don’t make yourself sick over it!
After the Test Be Proud!!! Have confidence
in your answers. If you finish
before time is up, go back and review your answers.
Make sure you have bubbled nice and neat!
REMEMBER!!!
If you do these simple things, it will make the world of difference!
You Can Do It!!!
And remember, we will be here to cheer you on.