Study Skills
What are study skills?
A) Tricks for memorizing without effort
B) Techniques and strategies to learn, retain, and apply information effectively
C) Only the ability to take notes
D) The ability to finish assignments quickly
B) Techniques and strategies to learn, retain, and apply information effectively
1. What is the definition of time management?
A) The ability to do multiple things at once without planning
B) The ability to effectively plan, organize, and control how you spend your time
C) The skill of working faster than others
D) The habit of finishing tasks right before deadlines
B) The ability to effectively plan, organize, and control how you spend your time
One benefit of effective note-taking is:
A) You never have to read a textbook again
B) It improves retention and understanding
C) It replaces studying
D) It only helps in science subjects
B) It improves retention and understanding
Active reading means:
A) Reading without distractions
B) Reading with purpose, focus, and interaction
C) Reading as quickly as possible
D) Reading only summaries
B) Reading with purpose, focus, and interaction
How long can it take to achieve long-term goals?
A) 1–2 years
B) 2–5 years
C) 4–20 years
D) 20–40 years
C) 4–20 years
A student who prefers diagrams, charts, and pictures is likely a:
A) Auditory learner
B) Visual learner
C) Kinesthetic learner
D) Logical learner
B) Visual
Which digital tools are recommended for planners/calendars?
A) Photoshop and Canva
B) Google Calendar and Todoist
C) TikTok and Instagram
D) WhatsApp and Telegram
B) Google Calendar and Todoist
Who developed the Cornell Note-Taking System?
A) Francesco Cirillo
B) Walter Pauk
C) Tony Buzan
D) Benjamin Franklin
A) Francesco Cirillo
Which is NOT an example of “Making Connections”?
A) Text-to-Self
B) Text-to-Text
C) Text-to-World
D) Text-to-Internet
D) Text-to-Internet
Which active reading strategy involves turning headings into questions?
A) Summarizing
B) Previewing
C) Annotating
D) SQ3R
D) SQ3R
Kinesthetic learners prefer:
A) Reading textbooks quietly
B) Watching videos without taking notes
C) Hands-on activities and movement-based learning
D) Listening to podcasts only
C) Hands-on activities and movement-based learning
What does the Pomodoro Technique involve?
A) 15 min work + 15 min break
B) 25 min focused work + 5 min break
C) 45 min work + 10 min break
D) 1 hour work + 20 min break
B) 25 min focused work + 5 min break
Which note-taking method is best for visual learners?
A) Cornell Notes
B) Mind Mapping
C) Outline Method
D) SQ3R
B) Mind Mapping
Visualizing while reading involves:
A) Creating mental images of content
B) Watching a video instead
C) Skipping the reading entirely
D) Reading in the dark
A) Creating mental images of content
What is one advantage of summarizing in your own words?
A) It forces the brain to process and retain information
B) It makes reading unnecessary
C) It ensures perfect grammar
D) It avoids thinking critically
A) It forces the brain to process and retain information
Why is it helpful to know your learning style?
A) It lets you avoid challenging tasks
B) It helps you choose study strategies that suit your strengths
C) It guarantees high grades
D) It determines your future career
B) It helps you choose study strategies that suit your strengths
Who developed the Pomodoro Technique?
A ) Walter Pauk
B) Francesco Cirillo
C) Stephen Covey
D) Albert Einstein
A ) Walter Pauk
Poor note-taking can cause:
A) Better grades
B) Wasted time and stress
C) More free time
D) Faster learning
B) Wasted time and stress
What is the main purpose of previewing before reading?
A) To finish faster without understanding
B) To activate prior knowledge and set context
C) To skip reading altogether
D) To memorize the text word-for-word
B) To activate prior knowledge and set context
Which of these is a short-term goal example?
A) Complete homework tonight
B) Graduate in 10 years
C) Publish a book in 5 years
D) Learn a language in 4 years
A) Complete homework tonight
Which study skill benefits all learning styles?
A) Active reading
B) Sleeping in class
C) Cramming before exams
D) Multitasking while studying
A) Active reading
What does “A” stand for in the daily “To Do” list priority system?
A) Average priority
B) Avoid tasks
C) High priority tasks
D) Academic-only tasks
C) High priority tasks
The Cornell Notes Method includes which three sections?
A) Introduction, Body, Conclusion
B) Notes, Questions/Cues, Summary
C) Title, Keywords, Footer
D) Goals, Actions, Results
B) Notes, Questions/Cues, Summary
Which type of goals focuses on what you want to achieve this year?
A) Short-term goals
B) Mid-range goals
C) Long-term goals
D) Lifetime goals
B) Mid-range goals
According to the 80/20 Rule, what percentage of time is typically spent on vital things?
A) 10%
B) 20%
C) 50%
D) 80%
B) 20%