When is the only time it is useful to study just the definition of a word/concept?

When there is a word/definition matching section

Which strategy should NOT be used when taking a MULTIPLE CHOICE exam

Close your eyes and point. Winging it can never backfire.

Which of the following is NOT a good way to prepare for an exam?

Skip class so you can cram for another exam

What should you NEVER do when completing an essay exam

Ramble, write a LOT, and no facts. Facts are stupid.

When you are told to "compare and contrast" on an ESSAY exam, what are you being asked to do?

Examine similarities and differences of two or more concepts

What are the TWO MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO AS YOU BEGIN A TEST

Write your name on the test and read ALL directions

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College 101 Test Prep Quiz

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1
When is the only time it is useful to study just the definition of a word/concept?
All exams, knowing definition=understanding concept
When you are taking a multiple choice exam
When you are taking an essay exam
When there is a word/definition matching section
2
Which of the following are considered "Physical Preparations" for a test?
Eating healthy meals and snacks
Regular exercise
Get enough sleep the night before a test
All of the above
3
Which strategy should NOT be used when taking a MULTIPLE CHOICE exam
Come up with own answer then find best match from choices
Close your eyes and point. Winging it can never backfire.
Read through ALL answers first then determine the best one
Eliminate the two most unlikely answers first
4
When asked to ___ , you should give a brief, condensed account and avoid unnecessary details
Summarize
Criticize
Analyze
Contrast
5
Which of the following is NOT a good way to prepare for an exam?
Attend class consistently
Take good notes in class
Skip class so you can cram for another exam
Read all assigned materials
6
What should you NEVER do when completing an essay exam
Start with the easiest question to gain confidence
Jot notes along the side of each question
Ramble, write a LOT, and no facts. Facts are stupid.
Number all parts of the question
7
When you are told to "compare and contrast" on an ESSAY exam, what are you being asked to do?
Bail, this is an obvious trap
Examine similarities and differences of two or more concepts
Examine two or more concepts. Focus on similarities
Come up with your own prompt
8
T/F:Reading through your notes before bed and getting a good night's sleep is VERY effective
True
False
9
What are the TWO MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO AS YOU BEGIN A TEST
Panic and blank out completely
Get up and go to the bathroom
Write your name on the test and read ALL directions
Throw out the test and put your feet up on the desk
10
What is the recommended number of days to begin preparing in advance for a test?
30 days
5 days
Test prep is not a thing
25 minutes

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