Test Preparation Tips
- Preparation for your first test should begin after the first day of class; this includes studying, completing homework assignments and reviewing study materials on a regular basis over a period of time.
- Budget your time, make sure you have sufficient time to study so that you are well prepared for the test.
- Ask the instructor to specify the areas that will be emphasized on the test.
- Make sure you go to the class right before the test; it's another prime time for the instructor to give out more hints or the format of the test.
- Go to review, pay attention to hints that the instructor may give about the test. Take careful notes and ask questions about items you may be confused about.
- Eat before a test, having food in your stomach will give you energy and help you focus, but avoid heavy foods which can make you groggy.
- Go over any material from practice tests, HW's, sample problems, review material, the textbook, class notes...
- Don't try to pull an all nighter, get at least 3 hours of sleep before the test.
- Try to show up at least 5 minutes before the test will start.
- Set your alarm and have a backup alarm set as well.
- Put the main ideas/information/formulas onto a sheet that can be quickly reviewed many times, this makes it easier to retain the key concepts that will be on the test.
- Go to the bathroom before walking into the exam room, you don't want to waste anytime worrying about your bodily needs during the test.
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