The Ged Test: a Thinking Marathon
The GED test is grueling. A timed 7.5-hour test, it’s a thinking marathon, and GED students should prepare for the test just like a runner would get ready for a challenging athletic event.
For people who are accustomed to working on their feet and moving around all day, just sitting in one place hour after hour is a very tough challenge. So it’s important that GED test candidates prepare their bodies and minds for sitting still and concentrating over a long period of time.
Here are some ways to prepare for the GED thinking marathon:
Train your Brain: Make sure your GED test preparation includes periodic lengthy study sessions – six, seven or even eight hours at a stretch – to give yourself experience with sitting and thinking over long time periods. Just as a marathon runner trains the body to long distances, you’ll need to practice and develop concentration techniques to maneuver successfully through the long-distance GED test.
Pace & Persevere: The competitor who starts a 26-mile race on a sprint seldom finishes the race. But smart marathoners understand pacing, energy preservation and perseverance. So smart GED test candidates need to determine how to pace themselves over the full test course – mentally, physically and energetically. Take some practice tests that approximate the test time. This will give you real-time experience with timing, pacing and alert you early to possible test obstacles, along with solutions and the perseverance techniques it takes to overcome them.
Avoid Brain Drain: It won’t be possible to stop the GED test for a 10-minute power nap. But relaxation techniques can be just as effective. Using these techniques during the test are a good way to reduce stress, relax the body, mind and re-energize both. Just consider the impact that five minutes of stretching and fresh air have on drivers who are traveling cross-country.
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A variety of relaxation techniques can be used, and there are many one or two-minute methods that work well. Some people simply relax all their muscles for a few moments, close their eyes, breathe deeply and visualize a pleasant scene. Some people use meditation skills they’ve learned through fitness classes, or yoga. Or other people alternate muscular tightening with muscular relaxing, breathing deeply as they move through muscle groups from toe to head. Some people even use self-hypnosis.
Explore a variety of relaxation methods until you identify one that works for you. It’s an excellent skill that will help you avoid brain drain, persevere through the test and ‘go the distance.’
Power Up: A critical part of the athlete’s preparation is diet, nutrition and sleep. And research shows that these factors are just as important to healthy brains as they are to healthy bodies. Are you nutritionally sound? While fast food is convenient, it’s not the diet a runner chooses before a marathon. Eat healthy, especially a few days before the test. Make sure your diet includes foods designed for physical and mental stamina. Get plenty of rest, too, so you won’t be fatigued at test-time.
Ready to run? Make sure you dress for the test. Wear clothing that’s comfortable, with a healthy snack or two in your pocket or purse. When test breaks are given, take a real break. Stretch, breathe deeply; clear your mind, walk briskly. Drink water – eat a healthy snack.
And don’t forget to visualize your goal. Just like the marathoner keeps the mind’s eye and energetic focus on the finish line, GED test candidates will want to keep an eye on the credential. Visualizing success is a motivator – important during study time and at test time.
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Leonard Williams
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What sort of snacks should I bring into the SAT?
I know we get a couple of short breaks. The marathon testing can be grueling for anyone. So, what snacks do you think will keep me going?
Um… I can’t remember wanting a snack when I took my SAT’s. Have they made the test longer or something?
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bring mood altering substances
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Nothing Too heavy, smething easily digestible and nothing thats greasy.
I don’t know what you like but, thats a brief idea
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I like to eat sliced apples. The crunchy & watery texture wakes me up and keeps me alert.
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Dried fruit, pretzels,
Don’t bring sweets.
juice low in sugar, or water.
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peanut butter and jelly sandwich
oatmeal
a fruits , bananas
cheerios
turkey sandwich
water!
packaged pouch tuna (tuna is a brain food)
coffee to keep you stimulated.
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protein bars protein is brain food
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just bring a powerbar and you’ll get a 1600
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Almonds are good. They’re a brain food too, like tuna. I think the main thing is make sure to eat a good breakfast before you start the test, so you have energy to begin with. Also, maybe take some gingko-biloba, or at least a good multi-vitamin a few days in advance.
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Bring something portable that could easily fit into your pockets or bags. Don’t bring anything that will melt (one year I brought chocolate to an AP exam, and it left quite a surprise in my purse!). Granolas bars and cereal bars are good choices. They are healthy and portable. I frequently bring them. Small fruits are convenient i.e apples, oranges, etc. Citrus is good. The smell is invigorating and helps me stay awake. Tangerines do the trick when you’re falling asleep! Things like peanuts, chex mix, and trail mix are also simple snacks that can be put into a small zip lock bag and transported very easily. You could also put cereal or something like that into a zip lock bag and take it or make yourself a small sandwich. Be sure to bring some water. You may think coffee will help you stay awake, but it also makes you very nervous. Caffeine tends to have these effects, but if you really need caffeine, then go for it. Juice is also good, but try not to do soda. Not so helpful. I’m trying to help you through experience. I’ve done some of these things at past SAT exams and AP exams, so take my advice! ^_^ I also have a recipe for a really good chewy bar if you want it (you can contact me if you decide you do). I made it for the third time I took the SATs and shared it with my friends. They really liked it. I hope you find the right snack, and I hope you do well! I know it’s stressful, but if you prepare, you’ll be fine! GOOD LUCK!
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Taken the SAT three times along with numerous other nerve wrecking exams! ^_^
I took a pack of crackers and cookies. Not too big of a snack, and something you can eat quickly and it’s convenient.
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Bring a bottle of your favorite soda, but don’t drink it before the test, only on the breaks. (You could bring coffee instead I suppose, but unless you like cold coffee that might be difficult, as thermos can be quite bulky.)
And bring an apple or some grapes or something, but not anything that’ll get gross after a couple hours though. And it should be quick and accessible (because you don’t want to waste your break peeling an orange).
Good luck.
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I’m taking the SAT tomorrow.
almonds are good for your brain,
I am going to bring some grapes.
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Carbohydrates such as fruits and anything made with grains are good for your brain and hold you over. DO NOT consume energy drinks/food because you will CRASH during the exam, not good!
Good luck, I am also taking the exam tomorrow morning. Make sure to eat breakfast before the exam.
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SAT Stategy
bottle of water. i would of thought you be albe to take food in! if you are some sugar food like a bar of choclote something to keep you a wake
good look with your tests
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