The document provides tips for taking essay tests: 1) Read directions carefully to understand what is being asked and how many essays to answer. Write down all requirements and include as many details as possible. 2) Budget time between essays and don't spend too long on one question. Stick to facts rather than opinions. Write neatly for a higher grade. 3) Outline essays before writing. Partial credit may be given if you run out of time. Focus on one main idea per paragraph and proofread if time allows.

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2. Essay Tests Read the directions carefully; pay close attention to whether you are suppose to answer all the essays or only a certain number (2 of 3) Make sure that you understand what the question is asking you, if not ask your teacher Make sure you write down everything that is asked of you and more. The more details and facts often results in a higher grade

3. Essay Tests Budget your time, don’t spend the entire test time on one essay question If the question is asking you about facts don’t give your personal opinion on the topic When writing your essay, try to be as neat as possible, neater papers often receive higher grades Make an outline before writing your essay. If you run out of time an instructor may give you partial credit

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5. Essay Tests Don’t write long introductions and conclusions, the bulk of your time should be spent on answering the questions asked Focus on one main idea per paragraph If you have time left at the end proofread your work and correct any errors

6. Essay Tests Budget your time, if you have an hour to write three essays spend no more than 20 minutes on each essay If you are not sure about the exact date or number then use approximations ie.. Approximately 5000 or “In the late 18 th century If you make a mistake, simply draw a line through it, it is much quicker than erasing it