STAAR+Testing

= //STAAR Testing Tips// =


 * Read the directions, title and story very carefully and slowly.
 * As you read the questions, ask yourself, "What is this question really asking me?" Infer, Cause/Effect, Draw Conclusions, Visualize, Summarize, Theme, Character Traits
 * Skinny Question answers can be be found in the story. Look for the clues and text evidence for answers to Fat Questions. Underline/circle any key words or clues in the passage that helps you find the answer.
 * Remember information can be found in Titles, Subtitles, Graphs, Charts and Captions.
 * Cross out any answer choices that couldn't be right and look for the distractor. Select the best answer choice.
 * Check your answers..you will have the time to take the test twice.
 * Complete the test before you begin to bubble.
 * Bubble slowly and carefully...Take your time to //**finger touch** // each and every number **//BEFORE//**  as you bubble in on your answer document. Check over all your work before you turn it in.
 * Remember all the answers are in your pencil.


 * // Take a deep breath...... //**
 * // Go with the flow...... //**
 * // Just do your best..... //**
 * // Show what you know! //**