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1. I keep track of my grades in each class
so that I am aware of my performance. |
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2. I keep a positive attitude about my
performance on exams. |
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3. Throughout the semester, I conduct review
sessions 10 minutes a day for each class. |
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4. I plan ahead to study for exams, and
put specific study times in my schedule. |
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5. I determine specific study tasks for
my review sessions. |
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6. I prepare note cards for my classes
that require knowledge of terms, dates, concepts, etc. |
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7. I label and carry my note cards with
me to study in my spare time. |
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8. I review my note cards, dividing the
cards into those I know and those I need to study more. |
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9. I quiz myself using key terms in my
textbook, the chapter review, and by using my class notes. |
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10. I use my notes and textbook to predict
what questions will be asked on a test and then try to answer them. |
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11. I study in short spurts (an hour or
less) and take a break, rather than studying straight through for several
hours. |
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12. I test myself using my own words and
examples and not just memorizing my notes. |
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13. I make sure to be well rested before
an exam. |
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14. I scan the whole test before I begin
to answer the first question. |
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15. I budget my time during a test, paying
attention to how many points each question is worth. |
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16. When I'm anxious or tense before an
exam, I use relaxation techniques to calm myself. |
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17. If I have trouble answering an exam
question, I mark it and come back to it later. |
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18. I try to answer the easiest questions
first before moving on to the more challenging ones. |
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19. I check over my answers before handing
in my test. |
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20. I read all answer choices on multiple-choice
questions. |
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21. I look for key words in multiple-choice
and essay questions. |
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22. I use the process of elimination when
doing a multiple choice or matching test. |
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23. I pay attention to keywords such as "always", "never" and "sometimes" on
a true/false test. |
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24. I review and correct my tests to use
later as study guides. |
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