Preparing for Tests
How to Prepare for Test : Three Steps
First of all, you must know what is
a test? A test is a something that is used to measure the skill, knowledge, intelligence
of an individual. Test preparation is the method for preparing test. It is mostly
used to enhance students ability and improve their performance. You can prepare
for test by using following tips.
Don't Procrastinate and Don’t Cram
Mostly, procrastination is the main disadvantage
on the part of the students. Firstly, students used to delay the preparation of
test and then they cram overnight to cover it. So the first step is to stop procrastinating
and cramming in preparation of test. Do it on time so that your mind should stay
relaxed and you can perform well.
Plan Your Study Time
Second step is to plan your study time.
Planning study helps a lot in performing well. So, divide your time in weekly and
daily schedule. It will provide you ease in studying. At the start of the session,
plan the study so that you may get good outcomes.
Watch for Clues
Every teacher has her own method for
preparing test, and she may use same method every time. Watch the glues that may
be provided by teacher about test format and questions. You should be present at
test review time to clarify the unclear concepts.
Develop a Test-Taking Routine
You should develop a test-taking routine
in the following way.
1.
Be prepared
for test
2.
Arrive
early and take a moment to relax
3.
Listen
attentively to last minute instructions given by the instructor
4.
Do a
memory dump
5.
Read
test directions carefully and watch for details
6.
Plan
to use allotted time
7.
Answer
all questions
8.
Look
for cues
9.
Maintain
positive attitude
10.
Relay
on your first impressions
11.
Plan
to finish early and have time for review
12.
Consider
every test a practice session and analyse your performance
Master Objective Test
Objective test is the one which is concise
and conceptual. Some students are very weak in these test. If you are the one who
got confused in B and C. Then here are certain tips for you.
I.
Read
very carefully
II.
Cone
up with your own answer
III.
Look
for common types of wrong answers
IV.
Eliminate
answers in two rounds, in first eliminate the option wrong information and then
compare the remaining.
V.
Don’t
obsess over your choices
VI.
Manage
your time
VII.
Answer
every question
How to answer essay questions?
Now its time to learn the techniques
of answering essay questions. Firstly, you must know about essay and it’s structure.
An essay is a short composition on any topic. Essay should consist of 5 paragraphs.
An introduction, 3 body paragraphs and then conclusion. Length should be appropriate,
not too lengthy that dragging the topic nor too short that lacking content. Now
different steps to answer essay type questions.
a)
Analyse
questions by marking and determining the meaning of important words.
b)
Collect
and organize information
c)
Develop
your thesis or personal opinion, and write it in single sentence in first paragraph
of essay
d)
Write
the introduction by generalising the topic and focusing on the topic of question.
After it, write thesis.
e)
In body,
several supporting paragraphs should be written. It must have logical sequence.
Major idea of each paragraph should be written with in it, along with details and
facts. Essay should be organize from least important to most important.
f)
Write
conclusion. You should rewrite the major ideas and thesis in broad sense but don’t
repeat words. Don’t write in detail or introduce new information. It should be summarised.
g)
Read
over essay and proof read as well by checking spellings, punctuation, complete sentences,
subject-verb agreement and other grammar.
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