How would you like to know the questions on your next test? Do you think that would help you get a good grade? You bet it would!
Well perhaps becoming a test psychic is the answer you have been looking for! By using this method you will be able to predict what questions are going to be on your next test or exam which will give you a much greater chance of doing well. Does this sound like a good solution to you?
Part 1 - Focus On What Is Important
There is no point studying anything that isn't on the test - but how do you know what will be on the test? Well, it's all about common sense. What do you think will definitely be on the test? What do you think might be on the test? What do you think probably won't be on the test? What do you think definitely won't be on the test? This process of questioning will help you identify that which you need not spend any time worrying about and also that which you should focus on.
We won't make you figure this out alone. Take a look at this list of likely sources:
1. Sections and chapters from your textbook that your teacher has covered in detail in class - we'd suggest ignoring anything you really just skimmed over in class.
2. If you are given worksheets or homework tasks that are not covered in your text this may be a clue about the importance the teacher places on the topic.
3. If you spend a lot of time in class going over particular areas you can rest assured they will be on the next test or exam. Teachers never waste class time with topics that aren't going to be covered in an assignment, test or exam in some way.
Part 2 - Become Best Friends Forever With The Teacher (Not Literally)
Making friends with the teacher is one your biggest weapons - if executed correctly. Teachers will always reward those who try hard and give their best effort - and also those who are respectful towards them. It is human nature - and teachers are humans remember! (We think)
1. Clearly, one of the easiest ways to find out what may be on your next test or exam is to simply ask your teacher. You can guide the direction of the conversation by telling them which chapters or areas you are going to focus your study on and see what reaction you get. Teachers will often give you little hints and pointers so be very aware of what they say to you.
2. Ask the teacher what format the questions will be in. True/false? Multiple choice? Short answer? Long answer essay style? Combination mix up? Obviously, the way in which a test is structured will impact on the way you study for it and what you need to have down pat. If it's long answer, you need to be ready to write like a maniac. If you know its multiple choice you need to know lots of stacks of facts. Simple really!
3. Get hold of past tests or exams. These are usually invaluable resources - not simply because they show you how hard or easy past tests may have been - but also because they show you the format and structure that have been used in the past and what areas the teachers have focused on. Bonus tip: you don't always need to fall into the trap of going through each question on past test papers, just use them as a guide because it's extremely unlikely the questions on your test will be the same as past tests.
Part 3 - Learn How To Review Quickly
1. Create a specific area in your workbook or have a set of notes that you use for listing possible test and exam questions. Every time you hear or see something that you believe may be on the next assessment simply jot it down. This means that you will have created a list of thoughts and ideas that you will be able to easily look over at a later time - often this will contain topics you had forgotten about!
2. Skim through your texts and underline or highlight the information you believe is the most important to the subject. Ignore anything you do not believe to be important. By doing this, you will have already chosen and highlighted the most important bits to re-read or re-examine later.
3. Get a group of "class geniuses" together and create a study group. Generally, it's best to avoid having your friends in your study group because you won't focus very well and will probably spend the whole time mucking around. If you all contribute to the group and use your time wisely a study group will really assist you. Why? Well study groups allow you to leverage of each other's notes and ideas. You know what they say - two heads are better than one!
By putting these simple yet very effective strategies into place you will be surprised at your ability to very quickly and easily become a test psychic - and predict what is going to be on your tests and exams. So, what are you waiting for?
Well perhaps becoming a test psychic is the answer you have been looking for! By using this method you will be able to predict what questions are going to be on your next test or exam which will give you a much greater chance of doing well. Does this sound like a good solution to you?
Part 1 - Focus On What Is Important
There is no point studying anything that isn't on the test - but how do you know what will be on the test? Well, it's all about common sense. What do you think will definitely be on the test? What do you think might be on the test? What do you think probably won't be on the test? What do you think definitely won't be on the test? This process of questioning will help you identify that which you need not spend any time worrying about and also that which you should focus on.
We won't make you figure this out alone. Take a look at this list of likely sources:
1. Sections and chapters from your textbook that your teacher has covered in detail in class - we'd suggest ignoring anything you really just skimmed over in class.
2. If you are given worksheets or homework tasks that are not covered in your text this may be a clue about the importance the teacher places on the topic.
3. If you spend a lot of time in class going over particular areas you can rest assured they will be on the next test or exam. Teachers never waste class time with topics that aren't going to be covered in an assignment, test or exam in some way.
Part 2 - Become Best Friends Forever With The Teacher (Not Literally)
Making friends with the teacher is one your biggest weapons - if executed correctly. Teachers will always reward those who try hard and give their best effort - and also those who are respectful towards them. It is human nature - and teachers are humans remember! (We think)
1. Clearly, one of the easiest ways to find out what may be on your next test or exam is to simply ask your teacher. You can guide the direction of the conversation by telling them which chapters or areas you are going to focus your study on and see what reaction you get. Teachers will often give you little hints and pointers so be very aware of what they say to you.
2. Ask the teacher what format the questions will be in. True/false? Multiple choice? Short answer? Long answer essay style? Combination mix up? Obviously, the way in which a test is structured will impact on the way you study for it and what you need to have down pat. If it's long answer, you need to be ready to write like a maniac. If you know its multiple choice you need to know lots of stacks of facts. Simple really!
3. Get hold of past tests or exams. These are usually invaluable resources - not simply because they show you how hard or easy past tests may have been - but also because they show you the format and structure that have been used in the past and what areas the teachers have focused on. Bonus tip: you don't always need to fall into the trap of going through each question on past test papers, just use them as a guide because it's extremely unlikely the questions on your test will be the same as past tests.
Part 3 - Learn How To Review Quickly
1. Create a specific area in your workbook or have a set of notes that you use for listing possible test and exam questions. Every time you hear or see something that you believe may be on the next assessment simply jot it down. This means that you will have created a list of thoughts and ideas that you will be able to easily look over at a later time - often this will contain topics you had forgotten about!
2. Skim through your texts and underline or highlight the information you believe is the most important to the subject. Ignore anything you do not believe to be important. By doing this, you will have already chosen and highlighted the most important bits to re-read or re-examine later.
3. Get a group of "class geniuses" together and create a study group. Generally, it's best to avoid having your friends in your study group because you won't focus very well and will probably spend the whole time mucking around. If you all contribute to the group and use your time wisely a study group will really assist you. Why? Well study groups allow you to leverage of each other's notes and ideas. You know what they say - two heads are better than one!
By putting these simple yet very effective strategies into place you will be surprised at your ability to very quickly and easily become a test psychic - and predict what is going to be on your tests and exams. So, what are you waiting for?
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