Test taking is considered as the most important output skill, because it is one of the best ways of checking students’ knowledge. The purpose of taking a test is to prove what we know. That is why; I always try to avoid cramming, and start studying earlier. It really helps, because if we start studying on the first day of class, we will not have any problems during the examination. Before tests I create a practice test, which helps me to review all the themes, and I also find out as much as I can about the test. Before the test taking I decide how to respond on each question. I leave time to recheck my answers. During the taking a test I use “triage” method of answering the questions, dividing the test into three parts:
probables- questions we can answer easily;
possibles- questions we may be able to answer;
long shots- questions about which, we have no idea.
These divisions help me to answer the questions more easily, help me not to waste my time for thinking about one particularly question. I think that these kinds of best preparations for the tests will help me to get only excellent grades! And what about your experiences from test taking, my dear friend?
