Do’s and Don’ts of Test Taking
Source: PSSA Code of Conduct for Test Takers
Don’t…
Bring notes with you to the test
NOTES
Do…
Listen to, read, and follow ALL directions
Don’t…
Bring any of your own electronics
(cell phones, i-pods, etc)
Ask questions if you don’t understand the
directions
Do…
Do…
Read each multiple choice question
carefully
Don’t…
Share a calculator with a classmate
NO SHARING
Read open-ended questions and writing
prompts carefully
Do…
Do…Be careful when
marking your answers
(don’t skip spaces or skip to the wrong section)
Don’t…Use bubbles to
eliminate answers; mark only the bubble for
the answer you chose
Do…
Fill the bubble in completely and
erase any answer you change
Keep your eyes on your own test
Do…
Don’t…Talk with others about
the questions during or after the test
Do…
Try to answer each question
Make sure you answered all the questions in the section before closing
your booklet
Do…
Don’t…
Take notes about the test to share
with others
Do…
Report any suspected cheating to your teacher or
principal
Good Luck Jaindl Students!