Question 1

Bianca is writing an essay for an exam.To do well, she should do all but:

Accepted Answer

A) create an outline to organize her ideas. 
B) avoid being direct. 
C) budget her time. 
D) write concisely and correctly. 
A) create an outline to organize her ideas. 
B) avoid being direct. 
C) budget her time. 
D) write concisely and correctly. B

Question 2

Jane will commonly cram as much information as she can onto a single note card as a part of her final test preparation.Although she cannot use the note card during the test, writing the information in this manner is the best way she can prepare.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Ethan is preparing for an exam in his Psychology class.He knows there will an essay he needs to write about one of the main concepts they have studied thus far.To feel confident going into the test, it is best that he:

Accepted Answer

A) keeps a sense of perspective. 
B) practice writing essays in order to pace himself when taking the test. 
C) be able to summarize the main concepts in his own words. 
D) create a sample test. 
A) keeps a sense of perspective. 
B) practice writing essays in order to pace himself when taking the test. 
C) be able to summarize the main concepts in his own words. 
D) create a sample test. C

Question 4

You just got an exam back.Discuss at least 5 ways you will use the results.

Accepted Answer

1. Identify areas of improvement: Use th

Question 5

Anna has faithfully followed her weekly review schedule and feels she is keeping up in her classes.She will have her first exam next week and feels confident she will do well without studying.She does not feel motivated to do the final review needed for the exam.The best way to motivate herself to study would be to:

Accepted Answer

A) arrange a reward for herself after the test. 
B) prepare for the test with a study group. 
C) create practice tests. 
D) keep a sense of perspective. 
A) arrange a reward for herself after the test. 
B) prepare for the test with a study group. 
C) create practice tests. 
D) keep a sense of perspective.

Question 6

Damian is preparing for a performance appraisal.Damian expects he will not only receive feedback from his employer on the quality of his work, but he will also have an opportunity to question his employer.Based on what you have read in the chapter about performance appraisals, are Damian's expectations likely to be fulfilled? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

A) Yes, because he will have the opportunity to ask his employer questions. 
B) No, because a performance appraisal only involves Damien's evaluation. 
C) Yes, because employers often will use this time to solicit feedback. 
D) No, because he can ask questions of his employer, but not to question his employer. 
A) Yes, because he will have the opportunity to ask his employer questions. 
B) No, because a performance appraisal only involves Damien's evaluation. 
C) Yes, because employers often will use this time to solicit feedback. 
D) No, because he can ask questions of his employer, but not to question his employer.

Question 7

Allison has been given the following multiple-choice question:
In the face of adversity a peak performer will likely:
1) seek opportunities.
2) gain self advantage.
3) avoid risks
4) focus on the problem.
In this question, her best strategy in finding the correct answer of "A" will be to:

Accepted Answer

A)  look at the grammatical structure of the question to see if it matches her choice. 
B)  cover the potential answers, then search for the answer she has determined in her mind 
C)  narrow her choices by eliminating the answers she knows are not correct 
D)  read the question carefully to be sure she is choosing the best answer of all the choices which seem to have different degrees of accuracy. 
A)  look at the grammatical structure of the question to see if it matches her choice. 
B)  cover the potential answers, then search for the answer she has determined in her mind 
C)  narrow her choices by eliminating the answers she knows are not correct 
D)  read the question carefully to be sure she is choosing the best answer of all the choices which seem to have different degrees of accuracy.

Question 8

When Laura reviewed her test she noticed she made the same type of error she has made in the past.It is likely:

Accepted Answer

A) this was an equally difficult test she should have prepared for more thoroughly. 
B) there may be a pattern in the type of mistakes she makes. 
C) she does not check her work. 
D) she does not read directions thoroughly. 
A) this was an equally difficult test she should have prepared for more thoroughly. 
B) there may be a pattern in the type of mistakes she makes. 
C) she does not check her work. 
D) she does not read directions thoroughly.

Question 9

In setting up time for weekly reviews, one should:

Accepted Answer

A) plan to review one subject per evening. 
B) plan to set aside at least an hour a week to review notes from all classes. 
C) plan to spend about an hour per subject. 
D) plan to spend about an hour a day in reviewing notes from all classes. 
A) plan to review one subject per evening. 
B) plan to set aside at least an hour a week to review notes from all classes. 
C) plan to spend about an hour per subject. 
D) plan to spend about an hour a day in reviewing notes from all classes.

Question 10

Shelly arrived in class early to do a quick review of her notes before her exam.Although she is confident she knows the material, she has a lot of test anxiety.While she reviews, she should most likely:

Accepted Answer

A) review memory strategies. 
B) assemble what she needs for class and get there early. 
C) review note cards. 
D) intend to be positive. 
A) review memory strategies. 
B) assemble what she needs for class and get there early. 
C) review note cards. 
D) intend to be positive.

Question 11

As a part of his final grade, Luka must demonstrate that he can analyze and interpret the photographs within his photographic essay project, and then critique the essay based on the themes covered in class.This means he will need to examine the key elements within each photograph and explain their meaning.Then, he must evaluate the essay using the themes covered in class to support his essay's design.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Christopher is taking a True/False type quiz.As he reviews his answers, he is second guessing himself.He should always go with his first instincts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The key to an open-book test is to read carefully.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Don forgot the types of questions that would be on the midterm exam.He should anticipate all types of questions including true/false, multiple-choice, matching, and fill-in-the-blank.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Colby is a student teacher.Her instructor will be coming in to observe her teaching and to write up a formal evaluation of her performance.This could influence her grade and ability to earn her teaching certificate.Colby is very nervous.Instead of worrying, she should view the evaluation as an opportunity to learn about her teaching acumen for possible improvement for the sake of her students.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A performance appraisal can be a valuable tool in understanding one's strengths, and weaknesses from your employer's perspective.Use a current job experience, or imagine a job scenario where you are preparing for a performance appraisal.What are 6 questions to ask to get the most out of a performance appraisal?

Accepted Answer

1. What are my key strengths and areas o

Question 17

What are some obstacles you face when taking tests? Of the test preparation, test taking, using test results, and overcoming test anxiety strategies, which strategies do you think are going to benefit you the most? Discuss at least 3 obstacles you face, and offer at least 2 strategies you will use to overcome these obstacles.

Accepted Answer

Some obstacles I face when taking tests

Question 18

Which statement does not belong in your checklist for incorrect test answers:

Accepted Answer

A) I knew the information, but I have a poor memory 
B) I understood what I was saying but my answer lacked clarity. 
C) I did not demonstrate good organization. 
D) I did not demonstrate reasoning ability. 
A) I knew the information, but I have a poor memory 
B) I understood what I was saying but my answer lacked clarity. 
C) I did not demonstrate good organization. 
D) I did not demonstrate reasoning ability.

Question 19

Open book tests are easier than almost any other kind of test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

For the final review before an exam, some instructors encourage students to put aside three hours per day, two days prior to the exam.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Bianca is writing an essay for an exam.To do well, she should do all but:

Jane will commonly cram as much information as she can onto a single note card as a part of her final test preparation.Although she cannot use the note card during the test, writing the information in this manner is the best way she can prepare.

Ethan is preparing for an exam in his Psychology class.He knows there will an essay he needs to write about one of the main concepts they have studied thus far.To feel confident going into the test, it is best that he:

You just got an exam back.Discuss at least 5 ways you will use the results.

Allison has been given the following multiple-choice question: In the face of adversity a peak performer will likely: 1) seek opportunities. 2) gain self advantage. 3) avoid risks 4) focus on the problem. In this question, her best strategy in finding the correct answer of "A" will be to:

When Laura reviewed her test she noticed she made the same type of error she has made in the past.It is likely:

In setting up time for weekly reviews, one should:

Shelly arrived in class early to do a quick review of her notes before her exam.Although she is confident she knows the material, she has a lot of test anxiety.While she reviews, she should most likely:

Christopher is taking a True/False type quiz.As he reviews his answers, he is second guessing himself.He should always go with his first instincts.

The key to an open-book test is to read carefully.

Don forgot the types of questions that would be on the midterm exam.He should anticipate all types of questions including true/false, multiple-choice, matching, and fill-in-the-blank.

Which statement does not belong in your checklist for incorrect test answers:

Open book tests are easier than almost any other kind of test.

For the final review before an exam, some instructors encourage students to put aside three hours per day, two days prior to the exam.

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Bianca is writing an essay for an exam.To do well, she should do all but:

Jane will commonly cram as much information as she can onto a single note card as a part of her final test preparation.Although she cannot use the note card during the test, writing the information in this manner is the best way she can prepare.

Ethan is preparing for an exam in his Psychology class.He knows there will an essay he needs to write about one of the main concepts they have studied thus far.To feel confident going into the test, it is best that he:

You just got an exam back.Discuss at least 5 ways you will use the results.

Allison has been given the following multiple-choice question: In the face of adversity a peak performer will likely: 1) seek opportunities. 2) gain self advantage. 3) avoid risks 4) focus on the problem. In this question, her best strategy in finding the correct answer of "A" will be to:

When Laura reviewed her test she noticed she made the same type of error she has made in the past.It is likely:

In setting up time for weekly reviews, one should:

Shelly arrived in class early to do a quick review of her notes before her exam.Although she is confident she knows the material, she has a lot of test anxiety.While she reviews, she should most likely:

Christopher is taking a True/False type quiz.As he reviews his answers, he is second guessing himself.He should always go with his first instincts.

The key to an open-book test is to read carefully.

Don forgot the types of questions that would be on the midterm exam.He should anticipate all types of questions including true/false, multiple-choice, matching, and fill-in-the-blank.

Which statement does not belong in your checklist for incorrect test answers:

Open book tests are easier than almost any other kind of test.

For the final review before an exam, some instructors encourage students to put aside three hours per day, two days prior to the exam.

Be a Lifelong Learner

Expand Your Emotional Intelligence

Manage Your Time

Maximize Your Resources

Listen and Take Effective Notes

Actively Read

Improve Your Memory Skills

Express Yourself in Writing and Speech

Become a Critical Thinker and Creative Problem Solver

Create a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit

Build Supportive and Diverse Relationships

Develop Positive Habits

Explore Majors and Careers

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