GED Test Taking Tips
1. Prepare physically
Eat a well-balanced meal before taking the test. That way you will have energy to
think clearly. Last minute cramming doesn’t help as much as having a well-fed
mind.
2. Prepare mentally
Get plenty of sleep the night before the test. One advantage you can give
yourself is to be calm and well=rested.
3. Arrive early
Be at the testing center 15 to 20 minutes before the starting time. Keep in mind
that many testing centers refuse to admit latecomers.
4. Think positively
Tell yourself you will do well. If you have studied and prepared, you should
succeed.
5. Practice test taking
Use practice tests to understand your test-
taking strengths and weaknesses. Try
using different strategies for studying, such as skimming questions.
6. Dress comfortably
Be prepared for a room that is too hot or too cold. Bring a jacket or sweater.
7. Wear a watch
Bring a watch in case the clock is not visible in the testing room. Do not bring a
calculator watch, as the proctor might take it from you during testing.
8. Know your time limit
If you know how much time you will have on each section, you should be able to
pace yourself.
9. Bring pencils and pens
Bring along a supply of No. 2 pencils and a ballpoint pen for the essay portion of
the test.
10. Bring snack money
You may want to bring money for vending machines or snacks if you think you
will get hungry. You get a 15 minute break between each test and a 30 minute
break for lunch.
11. Have a strategy
Read the questions carefully; reread it if you have trouble understanding what is
asked.
12. Relax
Take half a minute or so several times during the test to stretch and breathe
deeply, especially if you are feeling anxious.
13. Read carefully
Be sure you understand the test instructions. If you have questions about filling in
the form, ask before testing begins.
14. Mark your answers clearly
Duplicate or unclear answers are marked wrong by graders. Erase stray marks
on your answer sheet.
15. Skip difficult questions
Answer the
easier questions first. If you have time, go back and answer the rest.
If you skip a question, be sure to skip the same number on your answer sheet.
16. Answer every question
When you finish answering the questions you know, go back and review the ones
you don’t. If you’re not sure, try eliminating some possibilities and choose from
the remaining choices.
17. Lightly mark answer sheet
Mark lightly next to the questions you don’t know. That way you will know which
ones to come back to later. Make sure to
erase these marks to avoid confusion
when your test is graded
1. Prepare physically
Eat a well-balanced meal before taking the test. That way you will have energy to
think clearly. Last minute cramming doesn’t help as much as having a well-fed
mind.
2. Prepare mentally
Get plenty of sleep the night before the test. One advantage you can give
yourself is to be calm and well=rested.
3. Arrive early
Be at the testing center 15 to 20 minutes before the starting time. Keep in mind
that many testing centers refuse to admit latecomers.
4. Think positively
Tell yourself you will do well. If you have studied and prepared, you should
succeed.
5. Practice test taking
Use practice tests to understand your test-
taking strengths and weaknesses. Try
using different strategies for studying, such as skimming questions.
6. Dress comfortably
Be prepared for a room that is too hot or too cold. Bring a jacket or sweater.
7. Wear a watch
Bring a watch in case the clock is not visible in the testing room. Do not bring a
calculator watch, as the proctor might take it from you during testing.
8. Know your time limit
If you know how much time you will have on each section, you should be able to
pace yourself.
9. Bring pencils and pens
Bring along a supply of No. 2 pencils and a ballpoint pen for the essay portion of
the test.
10. Bring snack money
You may want to bring money for vending machines or snacks if you think you
will get hungry. You get a 15 minute break between each test and a 30 minute
break for lunch.
11. Have a strategy
Read the questions carefully; reread it if you have trouble understanding what is
asked.
12. Relax
Take half a minute or so several times during the test to stretch and breathe
deeply, especially if you are feeling anxious.
13. Read carefully
Be sure you understand the test instructions. If you have questions about filling in
the form, ask before testing begins.
14. Mark your answers clearly
Duplicate or unclear answers are marked wrong by graders. Erase stray marks
on your answer sheet.
15. Skip difficult questions
Answer the
easier questions first. If you have time, go back and answer the rest.
If you skip a question, be sure to skip the same number on your answer sheet.
16. Answer every question
When you finish answering the questions you know, go back and review the ones
you don’t. If you’re not sure, try eliminating some possibilities and choose from
the remaining choices.
17. Lightly mark answer sheet
Mark lightly next to the questions you don’t know. That way you will know which
ones to come back to later. Make sure to
erase these marks to avoid confusion
when your test is graded
