Test Taking Skills & Memory
Explain the difference between short-term and long-term memory.
What is...Short-term Memory: enters the brain first, limited amount of storage space
Long-term Memory: unlimited amount of storage space, information can
be recalled on day of a test
Which item is NOT needed in your binder? Pencil pouch (with materials in it), 10 pieces of notebook paper exactly, Calendar/Planner (from math class or your own), Dividers with labeled tabs
10 pieces of notebook paper exactly.
What is the first step in The Big 6 research process?
Step #1 - Task Definition
What does the acronym PACER stand for?
P = Preview the test
A = Arrange your time
C = Clue words
E = Easy questions first
R = Review the test
Name the three parts of a speech.
Introduction, Body, Conclusion
For a Multiple Choice test, list two strategies to help you do well.
A. Eliminate Distractors
B. Read ALL choices before choosing an answer
Which memory enters the brain first and has limited storage?
short-term storage
What is a bibliography?
a list of sources
to give credit and avoid plagiarism.
What strategies help on a True/False test?
Read questions carefully and look for clue words
Name traits of a good public speaker.
Eye contact, clarity, volume
For a True/False test, list two strategies to help you do well.
A. Read all questions slowly and carefully.
B. Look for clue words.
What goes in the right column of double column notes?
Notes on the key words.
Which statement is NOT a purpose of a thesis statement? To organize research information, The point you're trying to make, Summarizing statement, Located in the body of your paragraph
Located in the body of your paragraph
What strategies help on a Matching test?
1. PACER
2. Match parts of speech (nouns to nouns, verbs to verbs).
Name two traits of a good listener.
Concentration and eye contact.
Explain what each letter in the acronym P.A.C.E.R. stands for.
P = Preview the test
A = Arrange your time
C = Clue words
E = Easy questions first
R = Review the test
What helps save time when taking notes?
Symbols, numbers, abbreviations
What is the purpose of a thesis statement?
To organize research information, The point you're trying to make, Summarizing statement, Explains the topic, what you believe, and why you believe it. (3 reasons/prongs)
What is the difference between an ACRONYM and an ACROSTIC?
an ACRONYM: a word (real or made up) that is made up from the first letters of other key words.
an ACROSTIC: a sentence (where each word in it) made up from the beginning letters of other key words.
What is the purpose of a persuasive speech?
To convince the audience to believe something.
Describe the three mnemonics: Acrostics, Acronyms, Link Method.
Acrostics: a sentence (where each word in it) made up from the beginning letters of other key words.
Example: Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiply, Divide, Add, & Subtract)
Acronym: a word (real or made up) that is made up from the first letters of other key words.
Example: L.E.A.D. stands for Literacy Enrichment Across the Disciplines
Link Method: connecting ideas to remember a list of terms
Example: Imagine two words, elements and compounds in a silly picture. The elements and the compounds were in a dance competition.
Provide a complete example of a SMART goal
i.e. I will earn an A in L.E.A.D. class by spending 15 minutes per night studying and completing all homework.
List two secondary sources for a research project
A. Websites, Online Encyclopedias
B. Books, Magazines
Match the correct literary genre with its description.
H - fiction
A - non-fiction
D - poetry
B - drama
F - realistic fiction
C - fantasy
E - historical fiction
G- biographies
Give an example topic for a demonstration speech
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