Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 5: How to Prepare for Work
• Part 2 of 5: How to Organize the Preparation Process
• Part 3 of 5: How to Prepare Yourself
• Part 4 of 5: How to Prepare with Friends
• Part 5 of 5: How to review the material
• Tips
• Warnings

Preparing for the geography exam is not easy because you have to memorize a lot of different information. Maps and cities look alike, and a lot of technical terms are confusing and confusing in memory, especially if geography isn't your favorite subject. Different preparation methods are also suitable for the geography exam. Try to combine general principles of thorough preparation with specific actions that will help you expand your knowledge of geography and memorize all the necessary information to get a good mark on the exam.

Steps

Part 1 of 5: How to Prepare for Work

1. 1 Find out the time and format of the exam. Before preparing, you should find out all the available information about the upcoming exam. Check the date to determine when to prepare and plan all your actions. Also try to find out the type of assignments: oral or written questions, tests or combined assignments.
   • If you have an exam with written questions, then it is preferable to find out about this in advance in order to prepare for this type of assignment.
2. 2 Find out the list of topics. It is unlikely that the teacher will tell you a specific list of questions, but ask him at least the general topics that are submitted for the exam. Collect all your notes and notes, maps and information from textbooks. It also does not hurt to discuss the material with another student in order to play it safe and not miss anything.
3. 3 Take time to prepare. Before starting work, you should think about everything and take time to prepare. Take your diary and circle the specific hours you should be preparing for the exam.If you prefer consistency and order, then you can prepare at the same time every night, but remember to leave a small gap to diversify your schedule and maintain some degree of freedom.
   • For some, it is best to prepare immediately after school, until the mood for work is gone, and a little rest in the evening.
4. 4 Find a suitable place. Choose a place that is calm and private, where you will not be distracted or interrupted. This could be a bedroom, library, or other room. A place where you are accustomed to work, and not rest and play, is perfect, so it is better not to study for the exam in the common room with the TV or in the kitchen.
   • The work area and seat should be comfortable. It is advisable that all of your preparation materials can be left at the workplace.

Part 2 of 5: How to Organize the Preparation Process

1. 1 Collect notes and notes. Review your notes and try to organize your notes on specific topics so that you read the material in the order you want. It will also allow you to understand in which topics you need to fill in the gaps and rewrite the notes. Before proceeding, it is important to make sure you have all the information you need.
   • If you are missing important lectures, talk to a classmate or teacher.
2. 2 Work through the material to be learned. Tidy up your notes and find out which topics to learn or review for the exam. Read the notes and notes to get an idea of ​​what you are good at and which topics should be given special attention. This approach will create a repetition plan.
3. 3 Identify the key aspects. Arm yourself with a preparation plan and identify tasks that will take longer. Highlight information you already know and focus on new information. Try to understand the material correctly so that it is better remembered.
4. 4 Make a preparation schedule. When all the information is sorted by topic and you know the exam date, proceed to work on the preparation schedule. Consider all school activities, training, and rehearsals to determine your free time. Divide the available time into half hour chunks.
   • It is advisable to provide short breaks after every half hour or twenty minutes of work in order to maintain concentration and a clear mind.
   • You don't have to spend all your time preparing. Find opportunities for other things and tasks, and don't forget to rest.
5. 5 Divide the topics into half hour blocks. Now you need to bring together the timelines and topics. Divide the main topics into blocks that can be worked through in thirty minutes, and then fit them into your schedule. Everyone has their own preferences. For example, try spending thirty minutes on rivers, thirty minutes on climate, another half hour on mountains and geology, and so on.
   • If you find it difficult to properly divide topics and draw up a schedule, then contact your teacher.

Part 3 of 5: How to Prepare Yourself

1. 1 Get ready for work. Before you start reading, drink a glass of water and a snack to recharge. Turn off all gadgets and ask your family not to disturb you for a while. Eliminate any distractions so you can focus on your preparation.
2. 2 Use flashcards to memorize important terms. There are many terms used in geography that should be clearly remembered. Use flashcards to learn definitions for terms. On one side of the card, write the term, and on the other, write down the definition and a short explanation. Create flashcards gradually as you prepare, and over time you will have a complete set of key terms that will be easy to learn and repeat.
   • Take a random card from the stack and try to remember the definition of the term, then compare your answer to the entry on the back. This method allows you to remember a large amount of information.
   • For example, write on the card “Ustye”, and on the reverse side, write down an explanation of the term.
3. 3 Understand the cards. Often the geography exam requires you to fill out contour maps and point out countries, cities, mountains, and rivers. Working with maps is difficult, but there are a number of ways to effectively memorize objects.
   • Memorize objects in shape. For example, Italy resembles boots with its outlines.
   • Explore the big cities first and then move on to smaller towns.
   • Come up with acronyms that will help you remember the names of the objects.
   • Memorize cities and countries with lyrics.
4. 4 Take tests online. You can always test your knowledge of geography and maps on the Internet. On different sites, you can find many tests on topics of interest to you and monitor your progress. Take the test before starting preparation and then repeat the test every few days. This will allow you to get a clear idea of ​​the success of the preparation, as well as determine the aspects that should be tightened.
   • Not all tests and questions will relate to your exam, so choose appropriate topics.
5. 5 Use effective preparation methods. If certain methods are more convenient for you than others, then focus on them. The best preparation methods will greatly simplify your work. Also, do not forget about the global goal. If you enjoy working with cards, then you will want to spend as much time on them as possible, but try not to lose sight of those aspects that you know less about, even if they seem boring to you.
6. 6 Take breaks. Take a five-minute break every twenty minutes to avoid overworking. It may seem that in two hours without interruption, you will have time to do a lot more, but in reality, the loss of concentration leads to a loss of time. Work in short chunks to memorize information more effectively and make time for more interesting activities.
   • During breaks, get up to walk around and relieve tension and improve circulation.
   • Do not take long breaks, otherwise you can become very relaxed and lose concentration.
7. 7 Do not listen to music while preparing. This is a matter of personal preference, but researchers have found that music with words reduces concentration levels, so it’s best not to listen to music at all while you work. If you suddenly notice that you have begun to sing along, then your thoughts are clearly far from geography.
   • Some researchers have argued that instrumental music (especially Mozart) can even help you focus.

Part 4 of 5: How to Prepare with Friends

1. 1 Conduct study meetings. From time to time, many people want to try to prepare with friends or classmates. This approach has its advantages and disadvantages, but a lot depends on teamwork. Obviously, if you start discussing extraneous issues, then you should tighten up your discipline.
   • For some, group work is easier. If you are trying to study and your friends are just chatting, then try to get work done or prepare yourself in the future.
2. 2 Check each other. One of the main benefits of working in a group is the ability to test each other and point out shortcomings. For this, you can use ready-made cards. Pick one card and read a term like “Igneous Rock,” then see who can more accurately and correctly explain the concept.
   • You can work with maps. Draw the borders of the country on a piece of paper and ask your friends for a name. You can also say the name and ask to draw borders.
   • The knowledge of the capitals can be tested in the same way.
   • Record your results to create a competition.
3. 3 Read each other's written responses. If the exam involves written questions, you may want to practice answering with a friend. Compare your approaches to the question and choose the most accurate answer.Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of your approaches, but remember that you can be wrong in your assessment.
   • Ask the teacher to look at your answers.
   • Ask your parents or older brother.
4. 4 Follow the schedule. Constant and conscientious preparation will allow you to remember all the important information and pass the exam well. Keep order and stick to your plan. Do not forget the saying: what you sow is what you reap. If you missed class, then you do not need to scold yourself. Exercise longer than usual the next day.

Part 5 of 5: How to review the material

1. 1 Ask others to check on you. Test your knowledge with another person in order to correctly assess the level of preparation. Ask the person to write down or underline facts that you don't know. Also listen to all suggestions as people may know effective exam preparation methods. For this task, select those who do not study in the same class with you (for example, parents).
2. 2 Review notes and cards. Review all the material covered and the highlighted facts that you already know. Make sure you understand the entries correctly. Hopefully, you are already familiar with the terminology. Set aside flashcards for terms you’re struggling to remember for extra time.
3. 3 Repeat simple facts. Even if you know them well, it is easy to forget the facts while working on other topics. Surely you have focused on those aspects in which you are not so well versed, but before the exam it will not hurt to repeat the simpler questions. You do not need to spend all the time on already known information, but you should not pay no attention to it at all. Refresh your memory from time to time.
4. 4 Make a checklist. Write down topics that are easy to grasp, as well as more complex topics. Use this list as a guide if you decide to ask your teacher for help. After the exam, it will be easier to understand what questions puzzled you and how much they coincide with the problematic topics. This experience will help you prepare better for your next exams.

Tips

• Come up with rewards for your successful work.
• If you are missing an important information or topic, ask a classmate or teacher for a copy.
• Use colored pencils to mark bodies of water in blue, mountains in brown, and so on for clarity.

Warnings

• Do your hardest work right after school to get things done quickly. If you get very tired, then there are fewer tasks left for the evening.
• Studying should not take away your social life. Take time to practice and have fun. Remember to spend time with your friends and do the things that make you happy.