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Mini-Quiz: Preparing to Take a Test

by Ron Kurtus (updated 28 February 2022)

Take this Mini-Quiz to check your understanding of the lesson material.

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1. Why should you get psyched up for a test?

It is important to do your best

So you will have psychic powers

In order to compete in athletics

2. What is the best way to prepare your knowledge of the material?

Wait until the last minute to prepare for the test

Have confidence that you can get a good grade without studying

Study and do homework on a regular basis

3. Why should you be careful of sugary drinks before a test?

They are bad for your teeth

They can make you less alert

You often are not allowed to drink them in class

If you got all three correct, you are on your way to becoming a Champion in Getting Good Grades. If you had problems, you had better look over the material again.

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The motto is to be prepared

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Getting Good Grades

Mini-Quiz: Preparing to Take a Test

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Good Grades topics

• Overview of Getting Good Grades

Seeking good grades

• Reasons to Seek Good Grades
• Factors in Determining Your Grades
• Having Fun in School
• Reasons Students Get Poor Grades
• Avoid Getting Failing Grades
• Cheating to Get a Better Grade

Absorbing information

• Taking Notes in Class
• Using Graphical Outlines
• Texting During Class
• Learn From Observing Others
• Learn by Teaching Others

Dealing with teachers

• When the Teacher is a Jerk
• Getting a Good Teacher
• Class Participation Improves Your Grades

Doing your homework

• Purpose of Homework
• Zip Through Your Homework
• Getting Your Homework Done
• Doing Homework with Friends
• Plagiarism Can Lower Your Grade

Using important skills

• Special Homework Skills
• Reading Faster
• Writing Clearly
• Speak to Your Class with Confidence
• Researching Information

Knowing how to take tests

• Be Good at Taking Tests
• Practice Taking Tests
• Preparing to Take a Test
• Mental Process in Preparing for a Test
• Avoid Goofing Up Tests
• Preparing for the Final Exams

Problems in school

• Being Bullied Can Affect Your Grades
• Protecting Your Books from Thieves
• Characteristics of Hyperactive Students
• Harness Your Hyperactivity

Having champion attitudes

• Become a Champion Student
• Three Levels of a Champion Student
• Being Healthy
• Being Knowledgeable
• Striving for Excellence
• Being Valuable
• Having Good Character in School

Misc. tools

• Speech Writing Aid
• Why Learn a Foreign Language
• Educational Discount on Software

Also see

• Good Grades Survey Results
• Succeed with Good Character
• Succeed in Physical Science
• Succeed in Writing

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