How can you best use your notes to study for a quiz or test

Quiz yourself with the summary questions you wrote in your notes

Why is it important to work with teachers

They have lots of students in need you to make an effort to stand out

In the “real world” what usually happens when group members don’t meet deadlines

They miss raises, promotions, or even get fired

Why do we struggle to understand what we read in textbooks

So much information, we don’t know where to focus our attention

To make your writing sound as natural as possible (and even help you get over writers block)...

Imagine you’re explaining the information to a friend

Why is it important to know the purpose of the text, before you read it?

It helps you focus your attention on what’s important

Preparing a study guide...

Is already done when you ask questions while reading the textbook and notes

Why should you keep your textbook open during a lecture?

While the teachers talking you can make connections to images and captions

What is the “80/20 power strategy” for reading textbooks?

Read the visuals throughout the chapter

When listening in class why is it helpful to flip the information you are hearing into questions

It gives your brain a purpose for catching information

What is the third step of the “listening and comprehension” model

Read to answer the questions from the previous step

What is the 80/20 power strategy for writing good papers, with ease?

Turning all topics you need to address into questions

When Creating a 3-D writing organizer what do you write on each index card

Answers to questions on the pockets; one answer per card

How can you be sure to avoid plagiarism in your writing

Write everything in your own words like you are explaining to a friend

What’s the best way to circulate all the oxygen in your lungs to help you feel revitalized in class

Hold your breath as long as you can then exhale very slowly

All of the following are important tips for working in groups, EXCEPT:

Avoid imposing rules so that you can maximize creativity

What is the “80/20 power strategy” for working with groups

Know the groups purpose make sure everyone knows what to accomplish

The following are ways we communicate non-verbally, ECEPT

Acknowledging the speaker with uh-huh, OK, interesting

What do you do if you can’t figure out the “purpose” of your teachers lecture

Ask for clarification during or after class

When you have enough index cards in each pocket and are ready to begin writing, you should:

Take all index cards out from the first pocket and arrange them logically

What is the second step of the “listening and comprehension” model?

Make a list of questions the author should answer to meet their purpose

To study for a final exam or unit test, your best option is to:

Study corrected quizzes and test from earlier in the term

What is the “80/20 power strategy” for studying your notes

Create summary questions from your notes, for when you review your notes

What is a “win-win” outcome

Instead of one “winner” and one “loser”, both parties are happy

Why is it important to turn headings into questions as you read

Shifts your brain into high gear learning which is an efficient mode

Best way to prevent drowsiness in class is to...

Get a good nights sleep and eat a healthy breakfast

When creating a 3-D writing organizer, what do you write on each pocket

A question that needs to be answered in your report

If you’re stuck on the multiple-choice test, all the following are helpful tips, EXCEPT:

Statistics show that answer A is most common correct answer, so choose A

What is the impact of a zero?

Understanding missing just one assignment with have an impact on your grade

When you can’t get out of your seat in class all the following are movements that will help perk you up except

Sitting up straight and crossing your legs and leaning forward slightly

What is the 80/20 power strategy for studying for tests?

Review graded tests to get important feedback for future tests

What is the “80/20 power strategy” for working with other individuals

Considering the perspective of others

What should you do if you get to a question for what you don’t know the answer?

Mark the question, skip it, and move on. Come back to it if you have time

What are two ways to find the purpose of the text

Read the visuals and summary questions

The benefits of “asking questions” in class include all the following, EXCEPT

You will gain respect from your classmates

What is the only way to develop a positive feeling about yourself and a positive attitude towards life?

By "taking action" and making things happen in your life

How do you create an electronica version of the 3-D writing organizer

Create a new folder and name separate documents with questions

When creating a 3-D writing organizer, what do you write on the front cover

A list of all of your research sources

When there are no visuals in the text, what’s the most important thing to do

Make connections to what you already know

When you first get your test, you should do all the following, EXCEPT:

Jump into the first test question and move through the test quickly

Why should you fold your paper and only take notes on the right 2/3rds of the page?

They left 1/3 of the page is for creating summary questions from your notes

All of the following are important tips for essay questions, EXCEPT:

Just start writing because time is a factor and you can go back and edit

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1
How much time should you spend creating summary questions from your notes
One hour
10 minutes
Two hours
30 minutes
2
How can you best use your notes to study for a quiz or test
Read your notes multiple times to memorize
Quiz yourself with the summary questions you wrote in your notes
Ask an adult to quiz you
Re-type your notes to remember them long-term
3
Why is it important to work with teachers
They have lots of students in need you to make an effort to stand out
It makes your teacher feel useful
This guarantees you a passing grade
Actually it’s not important to work with your teachers
4
In the “real world” what usually happens when group members don’t meet deadlines
Nothing because work environments are much more flexible now
They are asked to write a report about why the deadline was missed
The deadline is extended
They miss raises, promotions, or even get fired
5
Why do we struggle to understand what we read in textbooks
There are too many pictures. They distract you from the text
I’ll text books are written that college level
Books are boring!
So much information, we don’t know where to focus our attention
6
To make your writing sound as natural as possible (and even help you get over writers block)...
Imagine you’re explaining the information to a friend
Imagine how sophisticated college professor would write and imitate that
Ask a parent or teacher to review your writing
Use high-level vocabulary to give you credibility in the mind of the reader
7
Why is it important to know the purpose of the text, before you read it?
It helps you focus your attention on what’s important
If you know the purpose, then you don’t have to read the text
Your teacher usually asks you about the purpose
It helps you quickly identify unfamiliar vocabulary
8
Preparing a study guide...
Means spending many hours, the night before a test rewriting all your notes
Is already done when you ask questions while reading the textbook and notes
Only needs to be done for a big tests, like final exams
Should be based only on what the teacher tells you about the test
9
Why should you keep your textbook open during a lecture?
You can easily share information with someone next to you
While the teachers talking you can make connections to images and captions
It’s signals to your teacher that you are listening
You can start your homework as soon as the lecture is over
10
How much time should you plan to spend “priming your brain” before reading a new section in a textbook
5 minutes
45 minutes
30 minutes
15 minutes
11
What is the “80/20 power strategy” for reading textbooks?
Turn headings into questions
Read to answer heading questions
Read the visuals throughout the chapter
Read the summary questions at the end of the chapter
12
When listening in class why is it helpful to flip the information you are hearing into questions
It keeps you engaged during the lesson
It minimizes the amount of notes you have to take
It gives your brain a purpose for catching information
So you can have a question ready in case the teacher calls on you
13
What is the third step of the “listening and comprehension” model
State your own opinion
Clarify the authors purpose
Read to answer the questions from the previous step
Ask questions
14
What is the 80/20 power strategy for writing good papers, with ease?
Turning all topics you need to address into questions
Set a time limit and spent 80% writing and 20% reviewing/editing
Just write all of your thoughts as they come and have somebody else edit
Set a time limit spent 20% of the time writing and 80% reviewing/ editing
15
When Creating a 3-D writing organizer what do you write on each index card
Answers to questions on the pockets; one answer per card
Bullet points of related research ideas
Date and subject
A question that needs to be answered in your report
16
How can you be sure to avoid plagiarism in your writing
Copy information on your index cards exactly as it appears in the source
Write everything in your own words like you are explaining to a friend
Avoid researching sources that may appear on turnitin.com
Have somebody else read your writing and see if it sounds like yours
17
What’s the best way to circulate all the oxygen in your lungs to help you feel revitalized in class
Hold your breath as long as you can then exhale very slowly
Stretch by placing your hands in the air
Ask to make a trip to the restroom or locker
Breathe in and out very quickly for one minute
18
All of the following are important tips for working in groups, EXCEPT:
Decide how you will communicate with each other
Avoid imposing rules so that you can maximize creativity
share deadlines and responsibilities for each member of the group
Determine roles for each member of the group
19
What is the “80/20 power strategy” for working with groups
Make sure each group member has equal input
Take detailed notes about everything that is said
Know the groups purpose make sure everyone knows what to accomplish
spend more time allowing everyone to work independently
20
The following are ways we communicate non-verbally, ECEPT
With our eyes
With our posture
With facial movements and gestures
Acknowledging the speaker with uh-huh, OK, interesting
21
What do you do if you can’t figure out the “purpose” of your teachers lecture
Ask for clarification during or after class
Ask the person next to you
If you get a bad score explain that you didn’t understand
Tell your parents about it when you get home
22
What is the first step of the “listening and comprehension” model?
Identify the authors purpose
Ask questions
Listen
State your own opinion
23
When you have enough index cards in each pocket and are ready to begin writing, you should:
Shuffle the cards to have a random order to make your writing more natural
Take all index cards out of the first pocket and copy them into your paper
Take all index cards out from the first pocket and arrange them logically
24
What is the second step of the “listening and comprehension” model?
Make a list of questions the author should answer to meet their purpose
State your own opinion
Create a mind map of potential discussion topics
Comprehend
25
To study for a final exam or unit test, your best option is to:
Study for several hours the night before so all information is fresh
Study corrected quizzes and test from earlier in the term
Forget studying. You are there no the material or you don’t
Re-read every chapter covered since the beginning of the term
26
How long can you sit in class before your circulation slows down
90 minutes
10 to 15 minutes
60 minutes
30 to 40 minutes
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What is the “80/20 power strategy” for studying your notes
Read your notes aloud to a parent, sibling, or friend, and have them quiz
Create summary questions from your notes, for when you review your notes
Re-read your notes multiple times so you can memorize them
28
What is a “win-win” outcome
Agreeing to disagree during an intense argument
Instead of one “winner” and one “loser”, both parties are happy
Any result that you feel comfortable with
Winning one argument, followed by winning a second argument
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Why is it important to turn headings into questions as you read
So you don’t have to answer summary questions at the end of the chapter
Shifts your brain into high gear learning which is an efficient mode
It helps you keep track of important information through long chapters
Shifts your brain into low-gear learning which is an efficient mode
30
Best way to prevent drowsiness in class is to...
Get a good nights sleep and eat a healthy breakfast
Chew gum or tap your foot to remain active in class
Maintain constant eye contact with your teacher
Consume caffeine in one hour before class
31
When creating a 3-D writing organizer, what do you write on each pocket
Date and subject
Bullet points of related research ideas
A question that needs to be answered in your report
A list of all of your research sources
32
When reading FICTION, you should:
All of the above
Search the Internet for a summary of the text
Read reviews on Amazon
Read the back of the book
33
If you’re stuck on the multiple-choice test, all the following are helpful tips, EXCEPT:
After reading the question try to think of the right answer.
Statistics show that answer A is most common correct answer, so choose A
select the answer with the most words; is most likely to be right
Read ALL Answers carefully some may sound correct but have subtle errors
34
What is the impact of a zero?
Understanding missing just one assignment with have an impact on your grade
Understanding why some assignments are worth 10 points or 100 points
Encourages your teacher to award you higher points on assignments and tests
The impact in being absent from school
35
What is the “80/20 power strategy” for taking effective notes
Listen 80% of the time, take notes the other 20% of the time
Write as little as possible
Take notes during class, then compare notes with a friend after class
Read the textbook before class
36
When you can’t get out of your seat in class all the following are movements that will help perk you up except
Sitting up straight and crossing your legs and leaning forward slightly
Stretching your arms and legs
Touching your eyes and breathing deeply
Dropping your head below your heart by resting it on your desk
37
When should you re-read your notes
Within one week after class
Anytime prior to an exam
Within 48 hours after class
Within 24 hours after class
38
What is the 80/20 power strategy for studying for tests?
Spend 80% of your time reviewing the textbook and 20% past assignments
Review graded tests to get important feedback for future tests
Ask Friend how they are preparing for the test and try their approach
Study 20 minutes and hope you’ll remember 80% of the information
39
What is the “80/20 power strategy” for working with other individuals
Considering the perspective of others
Attempt to work with people you know
Using visual aids to prove your point
Asking lots of questions
40
What should you do if you get to a question for what you don’t know the answer?
Ask your teachers for clues or hints
Leave it blank and come back to it later
Mark the question, skip it, and move on. Come back to it if you have time
Slow down and spend as much time as you need thinking or solving it
41
Before you start writing your first draft, how many notecards should you have in each pocket
5 to 6 index cards
7-8 index cards
3 to 4 index cards
1 to 2 index cards
42
What are two ways to find the purpose of the text
Read the visuals and summary questions
Email the author and scan the authors website
Look in the text book and ask your teacher
Read the “about the author” section and scan the table of contents
43
The benefits of “asking questions” in class include all the following, EXCEPT
Teachers may boost your participation grade
You will gain respect from your classmates
You will need letters of recommendation from your teachers
Teachers may give you half credit because they know you put in effort
44
What is the only way to develop a positive feeling about yourself and a positive attitude towards life?
Only associate with "positive" people
Use a day planner with motivational, daily quotes
By "taking action" and making things happen in your life
Stay off social media
45
How much time should you spend trying to identify by the authors purpose
No more than 60 minutes
No more than 15 minutes
As long as it takes, this step is that important
This step is optional
46
How do you create an electronica version of the 3-D writing organizer
You don’t. The 3-D writing organizer should only be done in physical form
Try googling for 3-D writing organizer templates
Scan the complete folder for a PDF file
Create a new folder and name separate documents with questions
47
When creating a 3-D writing organizer, what do you write on the front cover
Bullet points of related research ideas
A list of all of your research sources
A question that needs to be answered in your report
Date and subject
48
When there are no visuals in the text, what’s the most important thing to do
Read every word of the text
Draw your own visuals
Ask your teacher to create some visuals
Make connections to what you already know
49
When you first get your test, you should do all the following, EXCEPT:
Write down any information you had to memorize for the test
Read ALL questions before answering any of them
Jump into the first test question and move through the test quickly
Read the directions
50
Why should you fold your paper and only take notes on the right 2/3rds of the page?
You can fill in missing pieces with the remaining 1/3 from a classmate
They left 1/3 of the page is for creating summary questions from your notes
The left 1/3 is for drawing diagrams
If you make mistakes while taking notes, you have room to make corrections
51
All of the following are important tips for essay questions, EXCEPT:
Just start writing because time is a factor and you can go back and edit
Begin your answer by restating the question
Write neatly
Write a brief outline because your teacher may only read the outline
52
When you’re talking face-to-face with someone how much of your message is communicated through words
About 55%
Nearly 100%
About 38%
About 7%
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All of the following are steps in the listening and comprehension model, EXCEPT:
Read or listen for connections. Write important details
Create questions
Identify the purpose of the lecture/text
Describe your your viewpoint to others
54
How do you ask a question if you think the teacher already covered the answer
Say, “You may have covered this already; I’m sorry if I missed it, but
Quietly ask the person next to
Never ask your teacher to repeat something in the middle of a lecture
“I wasn’t listening, say that again”
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When taking notes, how do you know what’s important enough to write down?
You don’t know, that’s why you write EVERYTHING down
Watch for other classmates to write things down
Wait for your teacher to tell you it’s important enough to write down
Reading the textbook provides valuable clues about what’s important
56
Reading NONFICTION text with no visuals, do all the following, EXCEPT:
Read reviews on Amazon
As you read, turn headings into questions
Start reading from page 1
Read the back of the book
57
What does it mean to “prime your brain before reading”?
Prepare your brain to make an actions between information
for two minutes envision your brain absorbing information
Do brain exercises before reading to get your brain ready for speed reading
Feed your brain energy substances to powered up for reading retention
58
The best way to study for test is:
Save all your papers, quizzes, and test, and wait until the day to study
Do you reading and homework on time and review your notes every day
Spend a few solid hours nonstop studying the night before a test
Put all nighters and get as much information right before taking the test
59
Why is it important to track your own grades?
computers make frequent calculation errors
To prepare your parents for your report card
Sometimes teachers manipulate grades
You see the impact of every point on your grades
60
What is the main reason people struggle with writing?
They aren’t clear about their purpose for writing
There are too many complicated grammar rules
They can’t spell properly
They don’t understand the English language
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The night before a test, you should:
Spent a few solid hours studying, nonstop
Spent 30 to 60 minutes studying, and then quizzing yourself out loud
Re-read everything in the textbook that will be covered on the test
Quickly review your work, you don’t need to spend anymore time studying
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What is “active listening”
Thinking to yourself while the other person is talking
Record the conversation with an electronic device
Showing that you are listening through your actions
Tapping your foot or hand while listening to help you maintain focus
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What is “group-think”
It’s like brainstorming. Everyone shares their ideas
When all members agree because it looks like everyone else agrees
First write down your ideas. Second share your thoughts later on
Guessing what’s the group is thinking
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In math, “studying” mostly means
Memorizing problems
Hoping for the best, because you can’t really study for a math test
Working with an experienced tutor
Doing practice problems
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How do you know when you can STOP reading a textbook
When you get to the end of the reading assignment
When you feel like you fully understand the content you’re reading
When you read enough to answer the heading question you created
Stop after 20 mins because reading any longer than that is not productive
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Visual networking is an important reading strategy that involves of the following steps, EXCEPT:
Look at each picture, graph, and visual
Ask yourself, “Why is this visual in the chapter”?
Read the captions for all visuals
Writing a short summary about each visual
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What does it mean to “listen for connections”
Connect the information you’re hearing to anything you already understand
Listen for your teacher to use the word connection or connections
Focus when your teacher says, “write this down”
Pay special attention when across me is asking a question
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All of the following are better benefits of reading your text book BEFORE class, EXCEPT:
You’ll be able to make better connections during the lecture
The class lecture will be a review, not an introduction
You can work on other things because you already understand
You can ask better questions in class which will impress your teacher
69
What is the best way to resolve disagreements quickly and effectively
Get your point across first
Consider the other person’s point of view
Get help from a neutral person such as a teacher
Convince the other person that your perspective is correct
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When your teacher gives you study guide, you should:
Ignore it because you have already made your own study guide
Use it to help you decide what to focus on the night or two before the test
Stopping attention in class; the study guide has all the answers you need
Ignoring your notes and textbook; the study guide is all you need

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