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Test Taking Tips

8/29/2010

This post will focus on how to be more successful in test taking. Test taking is a part of school and some classes (college, high school, etc) will make the majority of your grade. Some people are natural test takers, however everyone can be successful in taking tests with some patience and hard work.

1. Preparation, Preparation, Preparation
    Keep up your class/homework. Most tests are based on the
    work completed in class. Some teachers even give open
    book tests.   If you are absent it is your
    responsibility to get the work that you missed either by
    speaking to the teacher and/or a trusted classmate.   Have
    all your supplies
    needed, ie. pencils, pens, calculators, etc.

2. Study a little bit everyday.
    Your teachers give you adequate time to study for an
    upcoming test. Do not wait until the last minute
    to cram, it adds unnecessary stress.

3. Read Everyday
    Reading is the basis for success in school and in life.
    Everything is based on reading. If you
    apply for a job, you have to be able to read the job
    application.

4. Follow Directions
    Before you begin the test read the instructions and make
    sure you understand what the test is asking you to do.
    If you do not understand the directions ask the teacher.

5. Make Educated Guesses
    If the test is a multiple choice and you do not know the
    answer, try to eliminate at least one wrong answer. Do
    not leave any blank answers.

6. Get a Good Night Sleep and Eat Breakfast and Lunch
    Come to class well rested, which will help you focus.
    Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, which will
    give you energy to get through the test and school. Lunch
    will help you avoid the late afternoon crash.

7. Come on Time
    If you are late it is difficult to regain focus and it is a
    distraction to your classmates. You will also have less time
    to work.

8. Turn off all electronics
    Cellphones and other electronics are not allowed at MLK; if
    your phone rings in class, it is against school policy, rude,
    and distracting to your classmates.

9. Relax
    Before you begin the test take a deep breath, relax, and
    focus. Just focus on doing your best.

10. Have a Book.
    If you finish early then you should have a quiet activity such
    as reading. This is not the time to talk to your friends.
    Everyone has the right to work in a quiet environment.

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