MATH TIPS

- Most math tests would require a calculater and side paper, they are the type of things that you will need to keep on your desk as long as the teacher tells you other wise. The teacher will read out the directions for the math part of the FCAT (Floridas Comprehensive Assesment Test)

• Read the problem carefully.
• Determine what is being asked.
• Choose an appropriate strategy.
• Solve the problem using your strategy.
• Think about the answer.  Is it reasonable?

READING TIPS

- If you are taking the reading test of FCAT then you will be timed for the test just like the other sections of the test. So you have to make sure that you read the storys fast enough to answer the questions and finish the test before your time is up.

• Read the passage carefully.
• Look at the pictures and graphics to help you understand the passage.
• Read each question carefully and be sure to answer what is being asked.
• Go back to the passage for clues to help you answer the question.
• If you are asked to write your answer, be sure to include details from the passage.
• Write so that others can understand what you mean.
• Check your answers.

WRITING TIPS

- The writing test of the FCAT test is the one where your going to need two or more pencils the are number two and fully sharpened if your pencils break then your teacher has to sharpen it or give you a new pencil a soon as possible so they do not interfere with the time limit.

• Read the prompt carefully.
• Plan your writing by organizing your ideas.
• Support your ideas by telling more about each event, reason, or argument.
• Use a variety of sentence structures.
• Choose words that help others understand what you mean.
• Review and edit your writing.

SCIENCE TIPS

- Science test for FCAT is probably the hardest one to do so you will have to make sure to study hard and get good sleep before you take the test and if you have not studied before the test then good luck trying to pass it.

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