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The exam preparation process can be cumbersome and time consuming, but it is not always the case! Do not stress or try to cram. Just doing a few simple things a little while before the exam, you can be confident and ready for everything in the exam.

Steps

Part 1 of 5: Preparation for practice

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   Start practicing early. Spend ample time reviewing lessons in class. You may need to estimate how long to review based on the amount of work needed. For example, if you have to review work for an entire semester, you may need to study several weeks in advance. However, if it was a test of several chapters, the advance study time could be a week or even 3.4 days.
   • Only you know how long you need to review, so you are the most wise in deciding when to start reviewing.
   • If you find the review material particularly difficult, start earlier. You need to take enough time to really master the lesson, practice it, and review it.
   • Get enough sleep the night before the test. Your brain takes time to unconsciously process everything you put in your head. So, you should start reviewing early so you don't have to stay up all night.

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   Re-read all test-related notes. This step will refresh the knowledge in your mind and help you recall what you have learned. Thereby you will also have a clear understanding of all the recorded information, know where to find it in your notes, and what could be missed. Determine if your notes are sufficient for revision. Did you miss any classes? Is there any content that is not recorded? If so, you may need to borrow a friend's notebook to copy it.

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   Borrow your notebooks with careful notes. If you are not very good at taking notes, or if your notebook still has a lot of “holes” in it, ask your friends if you can borrow their notebooks to copy. Careful note-taking can make a big difference when you review. It can explain contents that the textbook does not clearly explain or highlight important information, thereby making it easier for learners to understand and remember.
   • If you only have 5 pages of notes, while your classmates have 20 pages, chances are you have missed out on some important information. You should compare your notebooks with your friends to see if there are any holes in your notes.

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   Ask the teacher about the revision content for the exam. One of the easiest ways to start the revision process is to ask your teacher what is covered in the test. Many teachers will report on what was or was not on the test. Once you know what the test covers, you can focus on what you need to learn.
   • Teachers will not usually say exactly what will be on the test, but they can suggest you by handing out review guidelines or announcing what to study for the exam.
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Part 2 of 5: Review of knowledge

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   Re-read your notes. This time you read it again to understand. In other words, you'll study those notes, starting with the basics. So, if you are studying the impressionist school of art history, you need to know what the school of impressionism was, who were the most famous impressionist painters of that period.
   • Ask yourself who, what, where, when questions for each issue of each topic / subject to prepare for the test.
   • You can learn through information found online, but the best knowledge to learn is what is taught in class, as the questions will be drawn from the contents of class sessions. Sometimes the information on the internet can be different from the information you receive in class.
   • If you are going to learn anything on the internet, look for resources that have a.edu or.gov extension.

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   Take notes when reviewing. Yes, you should take extra notes. You can highlight or underline information, but writing it down will actually help you remember better. Remember to write down concepts that you are trying to understand or that are difficult to remember.
   • Break down complex topics into steps or sections. For example, if you are struggling with the order of historical events, list each event according to its occurrence. For example, first Linus Pauling discovered DNA, then he won an award. Write down the time frame and the events that occurred. These notes can help you recall knowledge as they help you to understand the lesson better.

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   Review outline. A review outline is a diagram of all the things to learn in a course. This is a great way to start understanding the main ideas and topics to learn. Review outline, highlight headings and subheadings. Those are the parts that you at least need to review in order to understand the larger ideas behind those topics.
   • Some teachers will note the number of pages or chapters in the book that contain each section of the syllabus. Make a note of these pages, as those are the parts you will definitely need to review.

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   Write down the main topics and headlines you take out of the outline. Then read through your notes one at a time to see if there are any notes on those topics. Remind yourself, if you don't have one, you should ask to borrow your classmate's notebook and reread the sections of the book covering those topics. The knowledge contained in the syllabus will usually be targeted on the exam.

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   Review instructions and sections to learn. Some books have short summaries or comments on each chapter. It is a great place to review and understand the main ideas of the concepts. Of course, if you don't know what the summary is about, or if you need more details to refresh your memory, you can refer to the instructions at the end of the book. Then, reread specific chapters or passages in the book that you find it difficult to remember.
   • You can find online guidance on what you are learning if you are not getting it from your teacher.

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   Reread important sections of the textbook. You should reread every section of the book titled and included in the outline to extract important information. As you reread these sections, keep in mind the key concepts to learn. Read while writing down important details.
   • Make notes of chapter and section titles while reading. Those are the obvious clues to the main concepts in each section.
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Part 3 of 5: Prepare for the test

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   Make study cards. Once you've made notes of all the material you need to learn, including its contents and notes, use the information to make study cards. (Take the index card or cut the paper into squares to make a study card). Turn narrative statements into questions.
   • For example, with the statement "Linus Pauling is one of the main scientists discovering DNA", write it down on your card into the question, "Who is one of the main scientists who discovered? ADN?" Write the question on one side and the answers on the other.
   • Sometimes one question may spark the idea of ​​the next question. As you make the flash cards, you will find that you may forget to learn certain things. For example the question "Who are those who discovered DNA together?" is derived from the narrative, because the word "essential" reminds you that there were other people who also discovered DNA.
   • If you cannot answer the follow-up questions, you should research the information and make flash cards for the questions.
   • The first step should be to make flashcards for knowledge that you find difficult to remember or master. These are the knowledge that you need to review most. You can then move on to something you already understand quite well.
   • It is a good idea to copy the cards into copies, as you will then have to write down the questions and answers, and this repetitive process will help you remember the information. Plus, you can take the school cards with you and use them anywhere. There are also websites that can help you make learning cards online.

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   Do your own test. Once you've got everything on the cards, do a quiz with the cards yourself. Continue to review the questions you answered incorrectly until you got the correct answers. You can take your study card with you and do the test yourself while on the bus. You should ask yourself questions for half an hour, then take a break. Continue asking questions until you can get all the answers right.
   • If you always get a question wrong, reread your textbook to see if there is something you don't understand.

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   Solve the exercises. This is especially useful for subjects like math. Practice solving the exercises in the book that you have been assigned home. Solve more exercises at the end of the book. Redo what you did wrong and try to find out why you did it wrong. Continue practicing until you feel more confident with the topic.
   • If you still have time before the exam, you can ask your teacher or classmate for help.

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   On the day of the test, set the alarm at least 2 hours before the test. Scientists believe that a good night's sleep before the test is key to getting better test scores. An hour and a half before the exam, go through a series of smaller topics and topics in mind. As always, check the notes if you find it secret. Use study cards to write small details into your brain if you haven't already. Stop studying at least 15 minutes before the exam, but an hour is better. If you take the time to study, you will feel ready and comfortable. advertisement

Part 4 of 5: Identify questions on the test

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   Review the previous exams. If you have friends who took their tests last year or last semester, ask them if they can see them. Make note of questions that have been answered, and that answers are marked correct and incorrect. If you are in college, some schools have a record of class tests. You can contact your professor to get access to those articles.
   • While the past exams may not give you the exact questions that will appear on the upcoming exam, it will also give you an idea of ​​how knowledge will be tested.
   • This will also tell you how the test will be scored. You will know whether to answer long and detailed answers, or whether answers need to be direct and straightforward. If you have a chance to revisit a test that contains the answers, pay attention to the ones that got the high score and the ones that didn't. In addition, you should also pay attention to the side notes that the examiner can explain about the points of the deduction.

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   Determine the format of the test. Looking at past exams can help you see the format of the test, whether it will be a multiple choice test to choose from, a short answer test or an essay. It also gives you additional ideas on how to review. Does the test ask for specific information such as the date and time when the event took place, or just test the big ideas with interpretation in the form of an essay?
   • If you understand the format of the test, you will know what knowledge to take out, and how it should be shown in detail or extensively.
   • You will also be able to estimate a scale. Is the essay writing more valuable than the test? By studying past exams, you can gauge what you have learned and reassess.

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   Come to class the day before the exam. A day or two before the test, teachers usually provide more information about the test. Sometimes teachers even say exactly what will and will not be on the test, although that is not always the case. Your teachers can also provide review guidance when giving information, and you might miss out if you don't attend school these days. advertisement

Part 5 of 5: Study group formation

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   Study with a classmate. Find a friend or group of friends in class and review together. There is no need to set up formal study groups. You can just reread each other's notes to see if you missed anything, and also discuss the concepts you think will be coming up in the test.

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   Check out each other. Ask each person questions that might appear on the test. Use the flash cards to ask each other, or ask your friends to think of new questions you haven't thought of. Even using the same question you write on the card, you may find that the experience will be different when someone else asks you. Chances are your friends will hold you accountable for answering questions fully.

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   Talk to your friends about concepts. Sometimes you can learn more by simply discussing concepts in conversations with people other than your teacher. As a result, you can understand the information in a different way, which even helps you to understand more deeply. You can bring snacks to a group of classmates or make an appointment at a coffee shop to create an atmosphere of intimacy, comfort and fun. advertisement

Advice

• Take regular breaks. This will give your brain a break.
• If you study carefully and get a good night's sleep, you will be more likely to remember knowledge.
• Spend less time on social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
• Don't try to quickly complete the review process. Taking the time to review your notes will help you remember the lesson.
• Remember to take frequent breaks to help your brain process information unconsciously.
• Do not wait until the last minute to review. You will be exhausted and will not be well prepared to take the test. Furthermore, the brain takes time to process information.
• Always jot down the important parts of your notes, this will help you keep in mind.
• Take it easy and work at your own pace to understand the concept you're learning.
• Study for at least 30-45 minutes, then rest for 5-10 minutes.
• Try to select important keywords or words in definitions or take notes to make them easier to remember.
• Use colors, notes, and diagrams to aid your review if you are a visual learner.

Warning

• Do not stay up all night to study. Cramming at night is not a good idea. Make sure to get enough sleep before the test.
• Don't take unnecessary notes to fill pages, because when reread you will miss out on important notes.
• Do not study cumulatively. Review is most effective when you study a little bit each day.
• Don't wait for the water to reach your feet to jump. You will not be able to prepare well for the test. In addition, the brain takes time to process information.