Test Taking Strategy From The Editors At Campus Expert

DEPARTMENTS	Test Taking Strategy	ADVICE
ACADEMIC RESOURCES BOOK REVIEWS CAUSES WE FAVOR CENTRAL FLORIDA FAN STORE CHOOSING A MAJOR CLEMSON FAN STORE COLLEGIATE WEAR COMPUTER RESOURCES CREDIT CARDS CURIOSITIES DATING SERVICES EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES FINANCIAL AID FUN & GAMES FUNNY PICTURES GEORGIA FAN STORE GIFTS GRAD SCHOOL INFO JOB SEARCH ADVICE JOKES LINKS MOVIE REVIEWS MOVIE TRIVIA MUSIC RESOURCES ON LINE LEARNING ON SALE POSTER STORE SCHOLARSHIP ADVICE SOUTH CAROLINA FAN STORE SPRING BREAK STUDENT DISCOUNTS STUDYING ADVICE TEE SHIRT STORE TEST TAKING STRATEGY TEXTBOOK RESOURCES TRAVEL RESOURCES WRITING A PAPER	For Multiple Choice Questions: After carefully reading the question, try to think of the answer before you look at the list of choices. Narrow the choices by eliminating the ones that are obviously wrong. If two or more choices seem correct, choose the one that seems more comprehensive. Assume that there are seldom any absolutes or situations without exceptions. Reject choices with the key words such as always, never, all, every, and none. They are rarely the right answer. Incorrect answers tend to either be long and involved or very brief. Don't change an answer unless you realize for certain that it is incorrect. Your first choice tends to be the correct choice. Answer every question. For Essay Questions: Read the question carefully and make sure that you understand it before you begin to write. Paraphrase the question to make your introductory statement. This insures you are on the right track. List key points you want to make on the back cover of your blue book or in the margin. Number them as to importance. Check them off as they are included in your essay. If you have to write multiple essays, do the easiest ones first. You don't ever want to be unable to finish the material you know well because you get tied up with a difficult question. If the essay question asks you for two or more different answers make sure that you provide them. Give examples from the readings or lectures to support your points. If there is time write a short summery. For True/False Questions: Start with the assumption that the answer is true. It's easier for the test's author to write a true statement than to make up a false one. The more specific facts the statement has, the more likely it is true. Carefully read each question, looking for any factor that will make it false. It is easier for the instructor to add a false part to an otherwise true statement. Students often read the question and see some truth and assume that the entire statement is true. Assume that there are seldom any absolutes or situations without exceptions. Reject choices with the key words such as always, never, all, every, and none. They are rarely the right answer. For all tests: When you finish, reread the questions and your answers to make sure that the answer you gave or the essay you wrote is closest to what is asked.	Arrive early for the examination. Coming in late can lead to stress which will not improve performance. Giving yourself time to relax and think positive thoughts will reduce anxiety. ________ Listen carefully to any last minute instructions. Teachers often impart valuable information at this time. Don't miss it by talking to another student. ________ If you are able to choose your seat, look for a well lit location away from distractions like fellow students who are known to fidget or by open windows.
		Positive Results
Unlock your academic potential with Kaplan's Learning Power. This excellent guide will help you improve the basic skills needed to achieve academic success. It's perfect for anyone who wants to improve performance in school, stay focused and organized, succeed on assignments, and manage time more effectively.		If you are not sure of every part of the examination, that's O.K. Break down the test into sections. Concentrate your thoughts on completing each phase of the task at hand. Do an excellent job on the material that you are confident with. Don't worry about the rest until the end. With luck answering questions in your strong areas will jog your memory in your weak areas. Working with your positives will cause positive results.
		After The Fact
		No one does a perfect job every time. A smart person learns from their mistakes. If you've been disappointed by your performance on a test, don't file it away somewhere. Instead look it over and see where the mistakes were made. Look at each section to identify your fault patterns. Do not be a defeatist. Consider every test a practice session. Do you need to pay more attention to multiple choice facts? Talk with the teachers regarding essay questions and find out how to describe your ideas, provide examples or be more clear. Test taking is an art, one which needs refinement. One can not refine the art without practice and serious thought.