Well, I unfortunately did not ace that stupid test. In fact, I didn't do very well at all.
It was the hardest test I've ever taken. The math section was way harder than my prep book and I think I answered the first couple questions right so it gave me harder questions in turn (it's one of those interactive tests where if you get the answer right it gives you a harder one, if you get it wrong it gives you an easier one). Anyways, it's frustrating because math has been my strongest area, and I ended up not even having enough time to finish the section. Argh. I did way better on the verbal.
I guess I should expect an outcome like this with my quick decision to apply for business school and only a month or so of prep..but it's still frustrating that these standardized tests are what schools care so much about -- when they can't fairly measure a person's determination or drive to be a good student. It's all about if you can beat the tricks the tests throw at you. I hate that.
I was pretty disappointed after the computer shot out my score, but I have to shake it off and move forward like nothing went wrong. If it's not meant to be then there's a better plan for me...that hopefully involves regular hours. I have to remind myself that I may have one of the worst schedules in the world but I should still appreciate the fact I have a paycheck and food to eat.
Maybe this door is shut for a reason, but I'm not going to give up when something ends up being less than perfect. I just have to have faith.
Off to try and sneak a nap in before work!
:-( i'm sorry B. i really hate standardized tests - they never measure how smart you really are... the lsat wasn't an interactive test. that sounds ridiculous. are you still going to apply? or apply for something else? still praying that you find something you love - i know you will :)
ReplyDeleteSad day! I'm sorry hun! Yeah, standardized tests are ridiculous. I don't mind them personally, but I feel like they are not an accurate way to measure knowledge. Our society is going more and more towards teaching to a test (Michael hates it) and less about learning to learn. Very dumb of us. It also doesn't seem fair that you get harder questions. How is that "standardized"? Hang in there hun. You'll find your way!
ReplyDeleteThanks girls - glad you have my back :) I agree Christine, it sucks that society is going from teaching to tests. I can't even imagine what our kids will have to deal with!
ReplyDeleteYep, still applying and proceeding as if I had a perfect score. The worse they can say is no. I have a lot of faith that whatever happens will be the way it's supposed to be. I think I'll just become a professional foodgawker :)