Some middle schoolers think tests are easy. Some think they are hard. Test questions are not so difficult if you understand how to handle them. Read these strategies and see if they can help you!
TRUE OR FALSE
As a general rule, a question should be answered false if any part of the statement is untrue. Look for words like all, none and always. These may be clues that the answer is false. At the same time, words like often and may usually signal a statement is true.
MULTIPLE CHOICE
With these questions, it's important that you read every choice before choosing an answer. This way you can rule out the ones you know are wrong. Using this strategy, you may narrow it down to two choices instead of five. This increases your chances of choosing a correct answer.
ESSAY
Read each question twice before answering. Outline your thoughts so your answer will be organized. When you are finished, check your spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
List two ways to improve your test taking strategies.
Source: Middle Years Flyer
