How do students waste time when using scantrons?

read question, choose answer, mark scantron, and repeat

Writing down any formulas or mnemonic devices on your test

Why is it not a good idea to draw lines on a matching test?

It is confusing and wastes time

When taking multiple choice tests, which of the following should you do?

Look for answer choices that are opposites of each other

Being mindful of time as you work through the test means

periodically checking the time to ensure you are on track

What is one way to lessen the stress of essay questions?

read the question carefully and circle any verbs

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1
How do students waste time when using scantrons?
skipping lines
read question, choose answer, mark scantron, and repeat
writing answers on the test and bubbling the scantron
Incorrectly mark answers or do not erase thoroughly
2
In order to prepare for a test, you need to prepare for
the content
both
the specific testing method
neither
3
If you find yourself feeling anxious during the test, focus on
the questions you don't know
the positive
how much time you have left.
types of questions on the test
4
The most difficult question type to answer if you don't know the answer is
essay
true/false
short answer
fill in the blank
5
What is a mind dump?
Forgetting everything you studied
Not reading the directions before you begin
Writing down any formulas or mnemonic devices on your test
6
You should spend 15 minutes surveying the test before you begin.
False
True
7
Which of the following should you NOT do prior to taking a test.
Drink a large cup of coffee
Draft possible answers to short answer or essay questions
Make a "cheat sheet" for studying (not for actual cheating)
Verify the testing method with your instructor
8
What type of test question is usuall presented in two columns?
multiple choice
True/False
essay
matching
9
In successful test taking, preparing for the test as important as learning the material.
True
False
10
Why is it not a good idea to draw lines on a matching test?
You have to read the directions
You can't use process of elimination
The questions are deceptively hard
It is confusing and wastes time
11
When taking multiple choice tests, which of the following should you do?
Look for answer choices that are opposites of each other
Pick answers with absolutes
All of the above
Pick the first answer that appears correct
12
Many students claim to be bad test takers when their difficulties are acutally
the stomach flu
test anxiety
ineffective studying
lack of SMART goals
13
Being mindful of time as you work through the test means
staring at the clock
worrying
periodically checking the time to ensure you are on track
knowing how long you have to take the test
14
What is one way to lessen the stress of essay questions?
read the question carefully and circle any verbs
don't develop a plan
Write three times the required limit.
skip the question completely

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