Get a good night sleep and eat a good breakfast in the morning.
Arrive early for your test and stay relaxed.
Read / listen to the instructions carefully. If you do not understand the instructions, ask for assistance.
Plan your time wisely and pace yourself.
Read all the questions and all the answer choices prior to marking your answer.
Answer the easy questions first.
Your first answer is usually the correct one. Don’t change your answer unless you are certain it is incorrect.
Make the most intelligent answer you can. Don’t leave anything blank.
Bring along the correct supplies that are required for your test ie. calculator, #2 pencil, eraser.
Essay or Grammar Questions
Ensure you are answering the question that was asked.
If the test requires you to read a passage and answer questions, read the questions first. By doing this you will know what you are looking for when you read the passage.
Read the essay question carefully. Watch for key words such as discuss, compare,
define, etc.
Always use proper grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. Write in complete
sentences and begin your essay with the wording from the question.
Proofread your essay and make any corrections.
Multiply Choice Questions
Eliminate the answers that you know are incorrect first.
Locate key words or phrases in a question that may help you choose the correct answer.
Watch for key words such as usually, none, always ,never except, all of the following, the best, the least, etc.
