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| Study Skills: Test Taking Basics |
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| General |
- 1st put your name, date, section, etc. (Get credit for your answers)
- Always read and follow directions
- Try to read through the entire test before beginning (if time permits)
- If there is no penalty for guessing, never leave an answer blank
- Watch your time limit
- Go back and review your answers (if time permits)
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| Multiple Choice |
- Carefully read the question and try to answer before looking at the answer choices
- Lightly cross out answers you know or feel are incorrect
- Read all options before making your decision
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| Matching |
- Read each column first
- Match easiest items first
- Lightly cross out items as they are matched
- Use the process of elimination
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| True/False |
- Read the statement carefully
- Pay attention to words that may indicate true – some, few, many, often
- Pay attention to words that may indicate false – never, all, every, only
- If any part of the statement is false, the entire statement is false
- Never try to fudge the T to look like either a T or F
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| Short Answer/Listing |
- Read the question carefully to understand what they are asking
- Be short and to the point
- Look for answers or clues in the test itself
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| Essay |
- Understand what the question is asking
- Explain – give reasons why
- Compare and contrast – how are two or more events alike or different
- Define – provide information about what something means
- Be clear and concise by using paragraphs, complete sentences, and proper grammar
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