Navigating difficult vocabulary

Don’t be intimidated by words you may not understand. Read carefully to understand the question and look for an answer that fits. So slow down, and use what you know.

How to approach questions about graphs, tables, or reading passages

When answering questions about graphs, tables, or reading passages, provide only the information that the questions ask for. In the case of a map or graph, you might want to read the questions first, and then look at the map or graph. In the case of a long reading passage, you might want to go ahead and read the passage first, noting places you think are important, and then answer the questions. Again, the important thing is to be sure you answer the questions as they refer to the material presented. So read the questions carefully.

Don’t make the questions more difficult than they are. Don’t read for hidden meanings or tricks.

Remember - craft your answer to respond to what the question is asking (what the testmaker is looking for), not responding to reflect what you want it to say.