Test-Tormented Thomas

Challenge : Any Combination of Factors

Manifestation: 

1. Informally demonstrates knowledge of material, but does poorly when tested
   

2. Frequently complains that certain test items are unfair, “We never learned that!”
   

3. Verbalizes negative expectations, discouragement, or self-deprecation
   

4. Often does well on frequent quizzes but poorly on comprehensive tests
   

5. Checks out length and complexity of test and is visibly overwhelmed
   

6. Confused about what to do, even though directions and format should be familiar
   

7. Has problems when a given item is interrupted and then continued on the next page
   

8. Inadvertently omits items or even whole portions of the test
   

9. Does poorly on tests requiring the use of “Answer Sheets”
   

10. Becomes easily confused and/or frustrated with “Bubble-In” answer formats
    

11. Almost never seems to have enough time to finish a test
    

12. “Open-book”  tests seem to be more of a problem than a solution
    

13. Evidences confusion or frustration throughout the test and finally gives up
    

14. Frequent Outcome: Turns the incomplete paper in early; Puts head down on desk; Speaks out angrily; Behaves inappropriately