ATLAS Test-Taking Strategies 2

Question 1

When answering ATLAS reading questions, which strategy helps identify the correct answer for 'main idea' questions?

Accepted Answer

Select the answer that is broad enough to cover the whole passage, not just one part

Answer

The correct main idea answer on ATLAS covers the entire passage broadly, while wrong answers often focus only on a single detail or paragraph.

Question 2

How can students use the passage to answer vocabulary questions on ATLAS most effectively?

Accepted Answer

Re-read the sentence containing the word and the surrounding sentences for context clues

Answer

Re-reading the word in context and checking surrounding sentences for clues is the most reliable strategy for ATLAS vocabulary questions.

Question 3

What is the best strategy for handling ATLAS math problems with multiple steps?

Accepted Answer

Break the problem into steps, label work clearly, and check each step before moving on

Answer

Breaking multi-step ATLAS math problems into labeled steps and checking each step reduces calculation errors and allows partial credit on constructed-response items.

Question 4

On ATLAS, what should a student do after completing a section if time remains?

Accepted Answer

Review answers, especially flagged questions, and check for careless errors

Answer

Using remaining time to review flagged questions and check for careless mistakes is a proven test-taking strategy for improving ATLAS scores.

Question 5

Which strategy helps students avoid misreading ATLAS multiple-choice questions?

Accepted Answer

Read the question carefully, paying attention to key words like 'NOT,' 'EXCEPT,' or 'BEST'

Answer

Carefully reading for qualifier words like 'NOT,' 'EXCEPT,' and 'BEST' prevents students from choosing the opposite of the intended answer on ATLAS.

ATLAS - Arkansas Teaching & Learning Assessment System Practice Test

ATLAS - Arkansas Teaching & Learning Assessment System Practice Test

ATLAS Test-Taking Strategies 2