If two answer choices are opposites:

One of them is probably the correct answer.

If two answer choices seem correct, look for:

A choice that has "All of the above."

When scoring the writing responses:

Neatly written answers typically receive higher scores.

Before writing your essay:

Use a graphic organizer or outline.

Eliminate multiple choice answers that:

Contain absolute words. (never / always)

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1
If two answer choices are opposites:
Look for all of the above.
One of them is probably the correct answer.
They are probably both wrong.
Bubble in both of them.
2
If two answer choices seem correct, look for:
The one that is shorter.
A choice that has "All of the above."
The one that makes you laugh.
The one that is longer.
3
A great tool for the Reading section is:
Sledgehammer
Red Pen
Highlighter
Cell Phone
4
If you get nervous:
Go to the restroom to stretch.
All of these are correct.
Drink some water.
Take deep breaths to relax.
5
The night before STAAR you should NOT:
Set your alarm clock(s).
Stay up as late as possible.
Eat a good dinner.
Watch a comedy show or movie that makes you laugh.
6
When scoring the writing responses:
Handwriting does not matter.
Neatly written answers typically receive higher scores.
Bigger hand writing typically scores higher.
Write in cursive.
7
How do you 'choose the best answer'?
Make sure you understand what the question is asking.
All of these are correct.
Find the two answer choices that are similar.
Use a dictionary to decide between choices.
8
Before you turn in your test:
Take a nap.
Compare work with your neighbor.
Erase the ones you are not sure of.
Check your answers.
9
You are allowed to bring:
A bottle of water.
lunch
All of the above
Snacks that are quiet
10
Before writing your essay:
Take a nap to rest your brain.
Read the passage.
Do everything else first.
Use a graphic organizer or outline.
11
The morning of the exam, make sure you:
Drastically increase your sugar intake.
Eat a complete breakfast.
Sleep in.
Drink lots of caffeine.
12
The main part or longest part of an Essay is the:
Conclusion
Hook
Introduction
Body
13
When beginning the Reading Section:
Answer the questions first.
Read the questions first.
Read the passage first.
Read and answer each question one at a time.
14
A major resource for the Revising and Editing section is the:
Teacher
Phone
Friend
Dictionary
15
Cellular devices go:
On your desk.
In your pocket.
In your backpack.
With the test administrator.
16
Eliminate multiple choice answers that:
Sound funny.
Really long.
Contain absolute words. (never / always)
Have words you do not know.
17
The questions are always in order with the passage.
True
False

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