CST Test Preparation and Review

Andrew Cervantes Per.6

About The Test

CST starts April 22, 2013. We are taking it so we can see what level we are on and how much help we need to improve. My goal is to reach ADVANCED on everything. FBB= Far Below Basic BB= Below Basic B= Basic P= Proficient A= Advanced Have enough sleep! STUDY HARD !!!!!

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How Ive Prepared For The CST

Got enough sleep so I wont be tired. Ate a very good breakfast every morning. When I took the test Id clear my mind so I can concentrate. Studied every night before I went to sleep. Told myself to not give up.

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How SFMS Teachers Have Prepared Me For The CST

Told us what was going to be on the test. Helped us study before the CST came. They tried there best to help us on all the subjects. How many questions there was going to be on Math/English/Science. Told us to not give up and to try are best on the test.

The Night and Morning

Go to sleep early. Eat a good dinner. Study on the subjects that you are going to have trouble on. Have a good breakfast. Get enough sleep.

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During The Test

1.Get to the test site early so you can select a seat, organize your materials, and get relaxed. Be prepared with pencils, paper, calculator, books (if appropriate), etc.2.Get the big picture. Survey the entire test before you answer any questions. This will help you to get an overview of what's expected and to strategize how you will take the test. 3.Take a few deep breaths and to relax tense muscles. Repeat throughout the test. This process will help you to stay relaxed and to make more energy available for remembering, thinking, and writing. 4.Read directions carefully. Ask questions if you don't understand or need clarification.5.Do a quick "mind dump" of information you don't want to forget. Write it down on scrap paper or in the margin.6.Answer the easiest questions first, to help yourself calm down. Matching questions are often good to start with because they provide a reminder of important terms and definitions.

Math Tips
1. Always read math problems completely before beginning any calculations. If you "glance" too quickly at a problem, you may misunderstand what really needs to be done to complete the problem. 2. Whenever possible, draw a diagram. Even though you may be able to visualize the situation mentally, a hand drawn diagram will allow you to label the picture, to add auxiliary lines, and to view the situation from different perspectives. 3. Know your calculator! If you must borrow a calculator from your teacher, be sure that you have used that "brand" of calculator on previous occasions. If you are not familiar with how a particular calculator works, your calculations may be incorrect.

English Tips
Read the passage slowly. Go back and check your answers. Think about the answer before you bubble in your answer. Take your time and try your best. After you are finished with the test you go and check all of your answers.

Changing Percents, Decimals, and Fractions

Changing decimals to percents to change decimals to percents,1.Move the decimal point two places to the right.2.Insert a percent sign. Changing percents to decimals to change percents to decimals,1.Eliminate the percent sign.2.Move the decimal point two places to the left. (Sometimes, adding zeros is necessary.)

Changing Percents, Decimals, and Fractions

Changing percents to decimals to change percents to decimals,1.Eliminate the percent sign.2.Move the decimal point two places to the left. (Sometimes, adding zeros is necessary.) Changing percents to fractions there are two simple methods for changing percents to fractions.1.Drop the percent sign.2.Write over one hundred.3.Simplify if possible.

Example
Multiply the decimal by 100. Move the decimal point two places to the right.0.1 100 = 10Write the result as a percentage:10%

Metaphors
A metaphor is when you compare two things without using "like" or "as". Some examples are: 1) My life is a dream 2) I am a rainbow 3) Time is money 4) Boiling mad 5) Frozen with fear 6) The team captain is a rock 7) Steer away from the controversy 8) I switched the direction of the issue. 9) She followed her own agenda 10)she/he spilled the beans

Good Luck SFMS Students!!!!

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