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الجمعة، 7 فبراير 2014

How to Study for a Test

 1 - We all have exams at some time in our lives. Most people 
regularly take tests in school. These tests measure how much 
we have learned. Some people take a test or exam to enter 
university. These tests measure how much we know. There are 
also tests for jobs and occupations. With so many tests, it’s 
clear to see that studying for exams is very important! 
However, many people do not know the best way to study for 
tests and exams. In this article, we will look at a few ways to 
improve your scores on any test or exam. 
2  - The first thing you need to think about when you are studying 
for a test or exam is time management. You need to plan your 
study time. You can’t begin to study right before an important 
exam. Research shows that students who review a lot of 
information right before an exam do not remember as much as 
students who review regularly for several weeks before the 
exam. The first step is to make a study plan. Decide how much 
you need to study and plan out your weekly schedule. Be 
reasonable. A difficult plan will be harder to follow. For 
example, if you plan to study for 5 hours a day, you will 
probably not follow your plan. 
3 -  Another thing you must do is find the best materials and 
resources to review for your test or exam. If the exam is for a 
class, you will want to take good notes. Each day, write down 
what your teacher says. You don’t have to write every word. 
The important thing is to record the main ideas and the 
important details that could be on the test. Generally, the 
words that the teacher writes on the board are probably 
important. In addition, save all the papers you receive in class. 
Of course you will also use your textbook, but you shouldn’t 
stop there. You can find other books on the subject in a library 
or bookshop. Also, you should look on the internet for even 
more information about the subject. A variety of materials will 
help you with the next important part of studying for an exam: 
a variety of activities. 
4 - Doing a variety of activities is the best way to really learn and 
remember information for an exam. Don’t simply read the 
information again and again. This is a mistake, because you 
don’t use the information, you just see it. Instead, make sure 
that you are asking your brain a question. Make flashcards from 
vocabulary, or quiz yourself. Draw diagrams, timelines, or 
pictures to help you understand and remember. Ask your 
teacher for extra copies of the worksheets you use in class. 
Then, do them again and see if your score improves. Use your 
notes, textbook, and other resources. It sometimes helps to 
study with a friend. You can ask each other questions and quiz 
each other about the information. 
5 - There are many other ways to study for an exam. Try to use 
the advice in this article, but your teachers and friends may 
have other ideas. Ask them how they review for exams and see 
if they have any advice. The important thing is to find what 
works for you. Good luck on all your tests! 

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