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Why is it important to consider the areas of adjustment that most college students must navigate?
Because it is in the textbook
To prepare yourself
So that you will not have to face them
To avoid them
2
If you have a fixed mindset you believe
that intelligence is something you are born with or not
All of the above.
you should pick another pathway if you fail
many things you can do to improve your performance at all kinds of tasks.
3
The act of delaying some task that needs to be completed is the definition of
procrastination.
delayed gratification.
ego strength.
chronic postponement.
4
Analytical thinking includes brainstorming, budgeting, detecting patterns,common elements,comparing & decision-making
True
False
5
Which of the following statements satisfies the SMART criteria for goal-setting?
“I am going to do well in all my classes this time.”
“I plan to get more organized.”
“I am going to try to get all my homework done.”
“I will make A’s and B’s in all my courses this semester.”
6
The most useful way for a student to use results about learning styles and personality types is to
None of above
consider them descriptors of one’s preferences in different situations.
consider them definite limitations
let them serve as a better way to think about learning
7
One way to handle procrastination is to tell others what we are going to do and when we are going to do it.
True
False
8
Recursive reading means
reading as a linear process.
reading a selection from beginning to end.
A and B.
reading, re-reading, and going back to make meaning and connections.
9
Short-term memory
helps you remember where you left your cell phone.
changes in neurons and networks of neurons in the hippocampus.
includes a vast array of information, images & experiences from your past.
None of the above.
10
Managing time and setting priorities are abilities important not only in college but also for your career.
True
False
11
Your friend just found out his scholarship will not cover his tuition and fees. Which campus resource should he contact?
Admissions
Financial aid
Academic advising
Residence life
12
Negative bias is
a human tendency to worry and dwell on one’s shortcomings.
focusing on negative aspects of a situation.
All of the above.
a natural psychological tendency.
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A person with a growth mindset
Sees failure as an opportunity to learn and do better the next time
thinks that effort is more important than having a talent or gift
You can exercise your brian like any other muscle
All of the above.
14
SQ3R is a method for active reading that is often taught in public schools and retaught in college. It stands for
Scan, Question, Read, Reflect, Re-read.
Skim, Quiz, Read, Reflect, Review.
Skim, Quiz, Read, Reflect, Revise.
Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review.
15
Sometimes you will be required to take courses that may not immediately seem to relate to your major.What should you do?
Connect the content to your life goals.
Talk to the professor about exempting the course.
Change majors.
Choose a different course.
16
Another popular method for notetaking is called concept-mapping or mind-mapping:
It aids in showing relationships among ideas.
All of the above.
It allows for creativity in the use of different shapes and colors of ink
It appeals to learners who prefer a visual representation of their notes.
17
In defending against bias, it is essential to keep in mind that
if you present information with verifiable sources,agree with your analysis
facts are verifiable; opinions are beliefs without supporting evidence
you can force others to accept your stance.
None of the above.
18
SMART is an acronym created for goals and goal-setting; the acronym stands for
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-bound.
Systemic, Meaningful, Achievable, Reasonable and Test-proven.
None of the above.
Specific, Meaningful, Actualizing, Reasonable and Time-bound.
19
Many factors affect a college student’s reading choices including
sources we have read before.
the individual’s interest level in the reading material.
All of the above.
the purpose for finding out more about a new topic.
20
Angela Duckworth's study with students at cadets at West Point and Spelling Bee contestants, she found that
perseverance and grit were equal predictors of success with talent and IQ.
perseverance and grit were better predictors of success than talent and IQ.
21
Before attending class, students need to prepare by
reviewing and rewriting notes from the previous class.
None of the above.
writing down a least two questions to ask the instructor in class.
reading materials assigned for the class, including taking notes
22
What is the best thing for you to do if you are confused about a specific term?
Call your parents
Post the question on social media
Google it
Ask your professor or advisor
23
If you are a student with performance-based goals, you may find that you are
worried about what other people think about you
All of the above.
afraid to try something hard or unknown even though it stands in your way
unwilling to move outside your comfort zone.
24
Generally speaking, keep in mind that
use methods from past
your professor’s preferred teaching and learning style
different kinds of tests may require different study strategies.
All of the above.
25
Research is showing that putting stress on your brain enhances performance & makes cramming a strong choice 4 learning.
True
False
26
It can sometimes be difficult, but asking for ___________ is an important key to success.
Extra time
Grit
Money
Help
27
Prioritization involves
making decisions based on emotional reactions
ordering tasks and allotting time for them based on their need or value.
juggling multiple problems or tasks based on reasonable assumptions.
All of the above.
28
Part of adjusting to college is learning new ways to handle stressors, developing coping strategies, & knowing reources
Social
Intellectual
Emotional
Cultural
29
As you evaluate the text you read, it is important to
All of the above.
consider if the author is presenting a balanced view of the main ideas.
identify the evidence the author is citing to support his/her arguments.
question the main point the author is making
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The Cornell System for notetaking
provides a handy way to review and test yourself using your notes.
was developed by Dr. Walter Pauk at Cornell University.
Involvoes 3 sections - questions, notes, and summary
All of the above.
31
There are many strategies for managing the tendency to postpone getting work done,including most importantly
None of the above.
getting organized, putting aside distractions and setting priorities.
rationalizing that failure comes from running out of time
without goals, you may end up not completing assignments at all.
32
An opinion is a statement supported by evidence, verified through observation or research.
True
False
33
Which is the contract for the course?
Attendance policy
Final exam
Office hours
Syllabus
34
Which of the following is NOT considered to be a desirable career-ready competency?
Oral and written communication
Leadership
Teamwork and collaboration
Friendship
35
True learning means committing content to long-term memory.
False
True
36
What kind of thinking is required for problem-solving?
All of the above.
creative thinking.
critical thinking.
analytical thinking.
37
Lack of sleep impairs judgment, focus and overall mood, but does not affect metabolism, appetite blood pressure
True
False
38
There are several differences in managing time while in high school and while in college, most importantly
in high school, teachers and parents often tell you what to do
in college you basically get to decide for yourself how you spend your time
All of the above.
in high school you often have time to do school in class.
39
Which of the following is NOT a strategy for dealing with social adjustment?
Join a student organization
Avoid social situations
Learn to manage conflict in relationships
Join a club
40
Metacognition is the practice of thinking about your thinking.
False
True
41
There are several ways to deal effectively with distractions, including
A and B.
finishing a TV show or movie before starting to work.
putting one’s cell phone out of view and reach.
saving social media as a “reward” for a reward after completing a task.
42
One of the best strategies for preparing for tests is
reading the assignments in the textbook twice the night before the test.
testing yourself over the material before the instructor tests you.
getting eight hours of sleep the night before the test.
scheduling 4 hours of study time for each hour you spend in class.
43
When you are taking a test
All of the above.
you should spend a lot of time reading over the test
if you read the introduction of a question you know the anwser
it is important to answer every question.
44
A fact is a statement based on beliefs, assumptions, perceptions, or judgments.
True
False
45
A suggested active reading strategy is to
wait to see how the lecture goes before you start the reading
concentrate on the author’s personality
None of the above.
read assigned materials before you go to a lecture class.
46
Learning new study skills and spending time mastering new strategies is an example of this kind of adjustment:
Emotional
Cultural
Academic
Intellectual
47
Which of the following statements is true?
Just taking notes is enough to be successful
students remember about 65% of what they wrote in their notes for 2 days
Notes are study guides that can help you understanding of the material.
It is good idea to try to write down every single word the speaker says
48
What is UGT?
A learner-centered approach based on personal choices
Uses and Gratification Theory
A framework for choosing information
All of the above.
49
Active reading is a term used to refer to
reading without taking notes or marking text.
interacting with text by asking questions and looking for answers.
All of the above
reading through passages without stopping.
50
Prior knowledge refers to
All of the above.
what you already know about a topic.
applying what you’re reading to other life situations you’ve encountered.
learning unfamiliar discipline-specific terminology.
