COLLEGE TEST TAKING (Tips & Preparation)
- relax.
- have confidence that you will pass with flying colors.
- don't linger on hard questions- move on & go back later.
- don't get distracted.
- use mnemonics.
- use flashcards.
- manage time/ make sure you study.
- avoid cramming (studying a little bit MANY times is much more effective than studying a huge chunk ALL AT ONCE)
- use notes you took in class.
- get a good night's sleep & have breakfast.
DO'S & DON'T DO'S
- DO read questions carefully.
- DO answer all questions (unlessed penalized)
- DO make an educated guess.
- DO watch for trigger words.
- DON'T second guess yourself.
- DON'T answer a question without having read the whole thing.
- DON'T waste too much time on one question.
KEYS TO SUCCESS
- self esteem.
- goal setting. (challenging, realistic, long-term & short-term)
- knowing your strengths & weaknesses.
- academic integrity.
- know yourself.
- honor your values.
- develop good test-taking strategies.
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