Standardized Test-Taking Strategies

You should never estimate when solving math problems.

The correct response to reading questions is ALWAYS in the text evidence.

When solving math problems, sketch figures if no diagram is provided.

You should never leave a question unanswered, even if you plan to return to it later.

Never skim the reading passages.

A good strategy for ELA and math is to eliminate the choices that are obviously wrong.

For geometry questions, any diagrams which are necessary will be provided to you.

Don't devote too much time to a single question.

One way to narrow down possible choices for ELA questions is to look at the part of speech.

Never second guess your answer once you have made your choice.

If you must guess, choose a different multiple choice each time.

You should submit your test immediately after you finish and ensure that all questions are answered.

If you become stuck on a question, leave it blank so that you can return to it after answering the other questions.

Diagrams that are included in questions are drawn to scale.

To answer vocabulary questions, you can substitute each multiple choice for the unknown word.

Although the directions are to select the best answer, there is truly only ever one correct answer.

There is a 25% chance of randomly guessing the correct answer if you pick the same letter choice every time.

Many math questions can be answered by using the multiple choices to work backwards.

After ensuring that every question has been answered, you should submit your test.

If you are torn between two responses after answering a question, you should change your answer.

Always take the time to thoroughly read the directions before answering the questions.

If you must guess, you should guess the same multiple choice every time.

For reading questions, the correct response might require inferences or background knowledge.

If you become stuck on a question, leave it blank so that you can return to it after answering the other questions.