Studying Habits
This study method uses flashcards, brain dumps, or “folded pages” to help you recall information from memory instead of re-reading notes.
What is Active Recall?
You realize it’s 9:00 p.m. and you haven’t started your homework. What’s one strategy you can use right now to manage your time better and still get some rest?
What is using the Pomodoro Technique or prioritizing tasks to focus on the most important work first?
What is the term for your brain’s ability to change and form new connections when you learn something new?
What is neuroplasticity?
Your friend starts whispering about another classmate during lunch and wants you to join in. What’s one respectful way to respond that avoids drama?
What is changing the subject, not joining in, or speaking up kindly (ex: “Let’s not talk about them”)?
What runs around the whole yard without actually moving?
What is a fence?
This strategy helps you remember information long-term by reviewing material after increasing intervals of time — for example, the next day, three days later, and a week later.
What is Spaced Repetition?
You have a math test tomorrow and an English essay due Friday. You decide to study math tonight and write your essay outline tomorrow. What time management strategy are you using?
What is prioritizing based on deadlines or planning ahead?
True or False: The structure of your brain is fixed once you become an adult.
What is False — the brain can change throughout your life through learning and experience.
You realize your group project partner isn’t doing their share of the work. What’s the best first step to solve the problem?
What is talk to them directly and calmly to figure out what’s going on before telling the teacher?
You can’t see it, but it’s always ahead of you. What is it?
What is the future?
This method involves studying in short, focused bursts — often 25 minutes — with a 5-minute break in between, to maintain energy and focus.
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
You often forget when assignments are due and end up rushing at the last minute. What tool or habit could help you avoid this problem?
What is using a planner, calendar, or digital reminder system?
What happens in your brain when you make a mistake while learning something?
Making mistakes helps your brain create and strengthen new connections, which supports deeper learning.
You see a friend post something online that could get them in trouble. You don’t want to be nosy, but you’re concerned. What’s a good way to handle it?
What is reach out privately and express concern in a caring way, and tell a trusted adult?
In which year did the Titanic sink?
What is 1912?
This technique asks you to go deeper by answering “why” questions to connect ideas and expose weak areas in understanding.
What is Elaborative Interrogation?
You tend to procrastinate because you feel overwhelmed by big projects. What’s one time management method you could use to make large tasks more manageable?
What is breaking tasks into smaller chunks or setting mini-deadlines?
Every brain changes differently. What does this mean for how people learn?
It means everyone learns in unique ways and at different speeds, so comparison isn’t helpful—what matters is consistent effort and practice.
Two of your friends are fighting and both want you to “take their side.” What’s a strategy you can use to stay neutral while keeping both friendships?
What is refusing to gossip or choose sides, listening to both if asked, and encouraging them to talk to each other instead?
Which country has a city that lies on two continents?
What is Turkey (Istanbul)?
This advanced technique strengthens memory by pairing verbal information with visuals, such as diagrams or mind maps, to engage multiple parts of the brain.
What is Dual Coding?
Scenario: You have soccer practice every day after school, three homework assignments due this week, and a group project meeting on Thursday. Explain how you would plan your week to stay organized and avoid burnout.
What is creating a weekly schedule that balances academics, activities, and rest, using spaced-out work sessions and planned breaks (like Pomodoro or time-blocking)?
What are two specific things you can do to help your brain learn more effectively?
Practice regularly instead of cramming (spaced repetition)
Sleep and rest to consolidate learning
Challenge yourself with difficult tasks
Stay motivated and persistent to build stronger neural connections
You’re feeling left out of your friend group, and it’s starting to affect your mood and confidence. What steps can you take to handle this situation in a healthy way?
What is communicating your feelings honestly, spending time with people who make you feel valued, and finding activities or clubs to meet new friends?
Which element has the highest melting point?
What is tungsten?