As a student, you can do well on a test if you have a good knowledge of the information that is being tested. 16 The DETER strategy can help you do your best on any test. Each letter in DETER reminds you of what to do.
D=Directions
Read the test directions very carefully. Ask your teacher to explain anything about the test directions you do not understand. 17
E=Examine
Examine the entire test to see how much you have to do. Only by knowing the entire task can you break it down into parts that become manageable for you.
T=Time
18 If there are different points for items, plan to spend the most time on the items that count for the most points. Planning your time is especially important for essay tests.
E=Easiest
19 If you get stuck on a difficult item that comes up early in the test, you may not get to answer items that test things you know well.
R=Review
If you have planned your time correctly, you will have time to review your answers. 20 Also make sure to review the test directions to be certain you have answered all items required.
A. Do you know that these letters stand for?
B. In my opinion, you should follow the advice when taking a test.
C. Use the time to make them as complete and accurate as possible.
D. The second E in DETER reminds you to answer the easiest items first.
E. Only by following the directions can you achieve a good score on the test.
F. But using a strategy when taking the test helps you to show what you know.
G. Once you have examined the entire test, decide how much time you will spend on each item.