How to Do Well on the MCAS
Practice MCAS problems before the day of the test., In the days leading up to the test, ask your teacher any questions you might have., Eat a good dinner and get a good night's sleep the night before the test., Go to the classroom where you are...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Practice MCAS problems before the day of the test.
Preparing for the MCAS in school weeks before the exam.
If you feel that's enough, practice the types of problems you can expect to be on the test.
Do multiple choice questions whenever you can and find out what the right answer is beforehand.
For the open response, practice improving your writing skills and analyzing an article or excerpt from a book and picking out the main ideas.
For the long composition, read plenty of books on your own, so you have a variety of books to write about and enhance your writing skills.
Remember and review the techniques on how to write a great story! -
Step 2: In the days leading up to the test
It is best to ask the teacher who teaches the subject that your test is on.
Don't ask the day of the test, or they may not be able to answer your questions. , Relax the night before and try not to stress.
Also make sure that you have at least one #2 pencil with a good eraser, a snack and drink, and book ready for the next day. , Don't be late.
They might not let you in if testing has already begun. , They will most likely read out loud a series of rules for the test given to them by the state.
Follow them! If you break one of these rules (such as having a cell phone or talking with a friend) you WILL get a zero! , See the tips for when you're taking the test.
Take your time and relax! Visualize yourself doing great and you will succeed!, Roll your neck, break some tension, and breathe! Just make sure not to daydream or lose track of time. , Make sure you didn't skip any problems.
Don't leave ANY question blank.
If you don't know the answer, take your best guess. , Again, make sure you check your work before you hand it in! -
Step 3: ask your teacher any questions you might have.
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Step 4: Eat a good dinner and get a good night's sleep the night before the test.
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Step 5: Go to the classroom where you are taking the MCAS.
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Step 6: Follow the teacher's instructions carefully.
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Step 7: Start taking the MCAS.
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Step 8: Take short
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Step 9: 2 minute breaks to rejuvenate.
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Step 10: When you finish
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Step 11: check over your work and raise your hand to pass it in.
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Step 12: Get your book and read if you finish early.
Detailed Guide
Preparing for the MCAS in school weeks before the exam.
If you feel that's enough, practice the types of problems you can expect to be on the test.
Do multiple choice questions whenever you can and find out what the right answer is beforehand.
For the open response, practice improving your writing skills and analyzing an article or excerpt from a book and picking out the main ideas.
For the long composition, read plenty of books on your own, so you have a variety of books to write about and enhance your writing skills.
Remember and review the techniques on how to write a great story!
It is best to ask the teacher who teaches the subject that your test is on.
Don't ask the day of the test, or they may not be able to answer your questions. , Relax the night before and try not to stress.
Also make sure that you have at least one #2 pencil with a good eraser, a snack and drink, and book ready for the next day. , Don't be late.
They might not let you in if testing has already begun. , They will most likely read out loud a series of rules for the test given to them by the state.
Follow them! If you break one of these rules (such as having a cell phone or talking with a friend) you WILL get a zero! , See the tips for when you're taking the test.
Take your time and relax! Visualize yourself doing great and you will succeed!, Roll your neck, break some tension, and breathe! Just make sure not to daydream or lose track of time. , Make sure you didn't skip any problems.
Don't leave ANY question blank.
If you don't know the answer, take your best guess. , Again, make sure you check your work before you hand it in!
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