Testing Strategies

Question 1

Which of the following is a bad test-taking habit?

Accepted Answer

Rushing to finish early without checking answers.

Question 2

On a multiple-choice test, you should pick the first answer that seems right without reading the other choices.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

you should spend most of your time on the questions you find hardest to make sure you get them right.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE about guessing on the SAT?

Accepted Answer

You should always guess because it doesn't deduct points for wrong answers.

Question 5

Which of these is a good strategy for reading comprehension questions?

Accepted Answer

Read the questions first to know what to look for in the passage.

Question 6

1. Which of the following is the BEST first step when starting a test?

Accepted Answer

Quickly read the directions and start working on easy questions

Question 7

How can you prepare physically for test day?

Accepted Answer

Get enough sleep and eat a healthy breakfast.

Question 8

If you encounter a difficult question during the test, what is the BEST strategy?

Accepted Answer

Eliminate wrong answers, guess, and move on if needed.

Question 9

Reading the entire question carefully before answering can help avoid careless mistakes.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 10

You should always try to answer every question, even if you have to guess.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 11

What should you do if you have extra time at the end of the test?

Accepted Answer

Check over your answers and make sure you filled in your bubbles correctly.

Question 12

If you're unsure about a vocabulary word in a reading passage, what's a good strategy?

Accepted Answer

Use context clues from the surrounding sentences to figure it out.

Question 13

Which is a good time management strategy for a timed test?

Accepted Answer

Work at a steady pace and keep track of time.

Question 14

What is the BEST thing to do if you are running out of time on a test?

Accepted Answer

Answer the easiest questions left first, then guess on others.

Question 15

It's okay to change an answer if, after reviewing it, you realize you made a mistake.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 16

When faced with a math word problem, what is a smart first step?

Accepted Answer

Read carefully and identify what is being asked.

Question 17

What is one effective way to deal with test anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Practice deep breathing and positive self-talk.

Question 18

Skimming reading passages instead of reading carefully can help you save time and get better answers.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 19

3. Why is it important to read all answer choices before selecting one?

Accepted Answer

There may be a better or more accurate answer than the first one

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