No matter how bright a student you are and how much you have prepared for the content strands in the CAHSEE, there are still a few common test taking mistakes that you should familiarize yourself with ahead of time in order to improve your chances of avoiding them.

Read The Instructions Carefully

Even though you may have taken numerous practice tests, always make sure to read the instructions on the actual test come exam day. Students may not always know if the practice tests they used to study from were outdated and some specifics may have changed since then. Reading the instructions will also help you refresh your memory on exactly how each section should be completed.

Read The Questions Carefully

There are a lot of times when a student will read a question and then begin reading the answers. A confident student may see the first choice is correct and immediately mark it without reading the other choices. There are times when ‘all of the above’ is one of the choices but, by answering too quickly and not reading all of the possible choices, they rush into selecting the wrong answer. Also make sure you understand exactly what the question is asking for. If the question is asking you to select the ‘correct’ choice, make sure you didn’t read it as ‘incorrect. “Do’ and ‘do not’ are also commonly mixed up phrases that are present in numerous test questions.

Try To Avoid Second Guessing Yourself

When it comes to multiple choice questions, as long as you are taking the time to read the questions and answers carefully before selecting your answer, try to avoid second guessing yourself. Studies show that students who change their answers after they have picked one selection, were typically right the first time around.

If you follow these simple tips you will be well on your way to passing the CAHSEE with flying colors.

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