Everyone can come unprepared for the test for whatever reason that is; or there could be certain questions that you are unready to answer. Of course, that's very unfortunate that you might be unprepared, but here's what you could do:
The Night Before
1. Reread
If you have a load of info to memorise, reread all your notes from the beginning, to an end. It will refresh your memory in a huge way, even though you haven't actually studied.
2. Do A Condensed Review
On a separate piece of paper, write down everything you absolutely don't remember (or see the first time). This way, in the morning, you will review this particular material and remember it much better.
3. Chew A Juicy Gum
When you're studying, chew a new juicy gum and when taking a test, chew that same gum again. Your brain will be stimulated to remember this particular information.
The Day Of
1. Answer Something
Even if you don't know an answer to the question, or you see it for the first time, still try to answer it somehow. For example, if that's a math question, solve it multiple ways, and then write a little note to the teacher.
2. Don't Leave The Questions Blank
That looks like you didn't even bother answering the question. If you have absolutely zero idea on what to answer, write your teacher a note about it. This way, your teacher will see, that you are not careless, or might even give you a tiny bonus mark.
3. If It's Multiple Choice - Eliminate
If you're facing a multiple choice examination, make sure to eliminate the answers that are absolutely wrong and if you are left with 2-3-4...just guess! When you guess, you still have a chance to have a question right. For example, you have a 50% chance to answer correctly, if you've got 2 options left in front of you.
4. Prioritise
If you know, you have limited timing, answer the easy questions first, and then - the hard ones. That way you leave a lot of time to think through the complex questions.
5. Hand In Draft Work
You might get a lot of points for handing in your drafts, because
1. they might be right
2. teacher is looking for your thinking process, not necessarily for the potential (calculation) errors.
Good Luck! :)
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