 Test taking skills Test Test is another word for examination When you take a test you show your teacher what you have learned and what you still need to learn Study When students study they learn new things Students also study for tests Studying helps you practice what you have learned and prepares you for tests Nervous Nervous means that you are anxious about something Students are sometimes nervous about taking tests On time When you have a test, it's important to arrive to class on time If you don't you might not be able to take the test or you might not have enough time to finish the test stress Some students experience stress when they have to take a test If this happens to you take deep breaths roll your shoulders or do something else to help you relax Relax When you relax you are no longer worried or stressed Being relaxed when you take a test will help you do better on it It is easier to relax if you studied and are prepared focus Focus is another word for concentrate When you study or take a test it is important to focus so that you do not miss any important keywords or directions that are given directions Directions or instructions that tell you what to do When taking a test it is important to follow the directions and ask questions if you don't understand Mistake Mistake is another word for error Making mistakes is part of learning After a test review your mistakes Then ask questions so you don't make the same mistakes again cheat Cheat means to do something dishonestly For example Looking at another student's test to get the answer is cheating Waste time When you waste time you do not use your time wisely If you have a test do not waste time on the questions. You don't know Answer the questions. You know first cram Cram means to try to learn a lot in a short amount of time If you cram for a test you might memorize what you need to know for the test But you may not remember it after The end