Oh no.You know you're a terrible test-taker when the test is coming up.Forget about the fear.Good study habits, rest, and deep breaths are what anyone can do well on a test.You have it in the bag.
Step 1: While studying, smell a strong scent.
A fruit, vegetable, or flower scent can be found in some cream or lotion.The scent is strong.Rub on the same scent before taking the test.This trick can help you remember what you've learned.Different smells may remind you of your studies.A series of studies showed that lavender had a negative effect on memory and test performance.
Step 2: There is a quiet place where you can work.
Music, television, or even traffic noise can make it hard to study.It's a good idea to find a quiet place to study after school if your house is loud.It is a good option to have libraries.If you can't find a quiet place, listen to baroque music.The noise is so loud you can't hear the other noises.
Step 3: The material should be studied a little bit each day.
Even while you're asleep, your brain can work through the information.30 minutes a day for a week will give you more time to learn.If you can't answer your own question, ask your teacher.You need to have your questions answered at least three days before a test and two weeks before the exam.Reward yourself for your focus and determination at the end of the study session.Treat yourself to a bubble bath or a video game session.
Step 4: You can repeat the material in writing.
It's a good idea to read and listen in the classroom.Write down the important facts to help yourself remember them, if you involve other parts of your brain.Explain the subject to a friend or family member.It's a great way to find gaps in your knowledge and force yourself to fill them.There are questions on one side and answers on the other.You should test yourself with these.
Step 5: Practice math problems.
A big stack of problems is the best way to learn math.Do the problems by hand if you have a calculator.Do all the problems in your textbook that weren't assigned for homework.The problems that show up on the test are often these.If you're learning addition and multiplication, it's a good idea to practice them while on the bus or waiting in line.
Step 6: Practice essay questions.
Unless you know the test topic in advance, you should not write out entire papers.The answers should be outlined for the major themes of the class.Write bullet points for the major points in between the thesis statement, introduction, and conclusion.
Step 7: Take a break.
A short break will keep you focused.You should take a 2 minute break every 15 minutes or a 10 minutes every hour.
Step 8: Pick your pencils and pens.
On test day, the right tools are needed.There are two sturdy #2 pencils in your backpack the day before.A test that makes you push harder can break pencils.A pencil stand.Keep one pencil to a dull point if you are filling out bubble forms.It fills in the ovals much quicker.If you enjoy writing in pen, choose a pen that doesn't leave ink marks.It's a good idea to avoid click pens.Pens with clips can be difficult to hold.There is a bottle of water in the test room.
Step 9: It's important to get plenty of sleep.
No matter how tempting it is, last-minute cramming never works.Proper rest is required for your brain, muscles, and eyes.If you're exhausted, you will have a harder time at the test.Treat 6 hours as an absolute minimum, but eight or nine hours is ideal.
Step 10: It's a good idea to eat a healthy meal.
Students who eat breakfast on the day of the test have higher scores than students who don't.You can get enough energy from pasta, oatmeal, or whole grain bread.Fruits, yogurt, and/or eggs can be used to round out the meal.It can make you sleepy or uncomfortable if you eat before the test.An ordinary meal is what you should stick to.Sugary foods burn out quickly and cause you to crash.Some people can be affected by potatoes.
Step 11: It is advisable to treat nicotine and caffeine with caution.
Too much of these stimulants can make you jittery, unfocused, or nauseous.Only if you are used to them as part of your regular routine, and only in moderate quantities.You might need to pee on the test.If you aren't allowed bathroom breaks, take less than a small amount.
Step 12: Listen to a song that is positive.
Pick a song that means something to you, or one that makes you feel good.The edge can be taken off by this.Background music probably doesn't have a big effect on test scores.Listen to a song because it relaxes you, not because you think it's required.
Step 13: Warm up before the test.
Before the test begins, five minutes of studying can make you more confident.Don't wait around and take out your flash cards.You could have another student quiz you.Don't do this if you are too nervous to concentrate.Take deep breaths and stretch your arms and legs.
Step 14: Reduce stress.
It's best not to study or review the day before the exam because the information can make it hard to remember what you studied.Stress can cause cortisol in the body, so the best thing to do before an exam is to relax.Cortisol makes it harder to remember.Aerobic exercise can be done.It could help relieve stress, make you more alert, and improve circulation.
Step 15: Choose a seat that is comfortable.
If you can choose your own seats, look for one that is away from your classmates.If the breeze is comfortable, sitting next to an open window can calm you.
Step 16: Each question should be read several times.
Before you answer the question, make sure you know what to do.Multiple choice questions can be difficult to answer.Carefully read each option.
Step 17: The easiest questions should be answered first to build confidence.
Make a note of the questions that weren't asked.If you're not sure how to answer the question, skip it.In the corner of your paper, write down the number of that question.When you're done answering the questions, check your list of skipped questions and try to answer as many as possible.
Step 18: Correct answers should be eliminated.
Think about the options one by one.You know the ones that are incorrect.Guess one of the two or more possible answers.If you're told that a wrong answer will lose you points, a guess is better than leaving the question blank.
Step 19: It's time to calm your nerves.
Take a few deep breaths from your stomach if you feel nervous.Talk to a calm friend, stretch your arms, and think about your favorite book or movie.It will calm you down if you occupy your mind with anything pleasant.If you feel dizzy, grab a pencil and hold it tightly.
Step 20: Go through your answers.
If you have time left, you should check over the questions again.You may remember something new or realize you made a mistake.If you wrote an essay, make sure you use the correct words.Don't second guess yourself.If you keep changing answers, leave it as-is and move on.Reread questions on the same topic if you're stuck on a question.The answer can be given away by another question.
Step 21: The humanities and social sciences have ace tests.
When taking a test that involves a lot of writing, use these tips to give the type of answer your teacher is looking for.An essay question worth 10 points should get a response twice as long as a question with 5 points.Carefully read the question.Are you supposed to make an argument or analyze it?Don't wander off topic if you stick to the instructions.Think about what you know about the source of the question.If you know something about the writer's perspective, include it in your response.When you're done with the test, read over your writing to make sure it's correct.
Step 22: Improve your math scores.
Many students find math tests to be a source of anxiety.Start a word problem by finding the question you need to answer, and learn the strategies to improve your chances.If you want to change the problem in your own words, cross out any information unrelated to that question.Think about the relationships between numbers if you're not sure what a word problem is asking.Phrases like "in all" mean the numbers are being added together.Two numbers are being divided.After finishing all your math problems, check your work.One way to do this is to start with your answer.If you want to check a subtraction problem, add your answer to the second number.You should end up with the first term if your work is correct.
Step 23: You should get a boost in your science exam grade.
It can be difficult to solve a science question that you don't know much about.If you read through all the questions in full, you will be able to tackle them.Leave them until last if you're not sure about some of them.If a question has incomplete information, you should fill it out yourself."For this problem, I assumed that..." is what you should write at the top of your question.The chemistry diagrams should be written clearly.You can easily be derailed halfway through a diagram that is sloppy.Think of words that sound similar when you see a new term.The parts that make up biology and medical terms are the same.If you know that the "pulmonary arteries" lead to the lungs, you can guess that another term is related to them.