Question 1

If you are worried that you might do poorly on an exam, you should skip the last class before the exam and instead spend that time studying.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Fabian is taking an English exam that has three essay questions on it. He feels confident about two of them, but he finds the third one difficult: "Critique Jane's actions after finding out that Mr. Rochester was secretly already married." How should Fabian approach this question?

Accepted Answer

A)  He should retell the story in his own words. 
B)  He should focus on the why and how of the plot. 
C)  He should offer his opinion on Jane's actions, whether positive, negative, or mixed. 
D)  He should define the words "critique" and "action." 
A)  He should retell the story in his own words. 
B)  He should focus on the why and how of the plot. 
C)  He should offer his opinion on Jane's actions, whether positive, negative, or mixed. 
D)  He should define the words "critique" and "action." C

Question 3

Which is a common cause of test anxiety?

Accepted Answer

A)  family expectations 
B)  preparing in advance 
C)  positive past experiences 
D)  getting enough sleep 
A)  family expectations 
B)  preparing in advance 
C)  positive past experiences 
D)  getting enough sleep A

Question 4

You should budget an equal amount of time for all essay questions on a test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

One method for reducing test anxiety is to increase your rate of breathing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

True/false questions containing which word tend to be false?

Accepted Answer

A)  never 
B)  often 
C)  except 
D)  frequently 
A)  never 
B)  often 
C)  except 
D)  frequently

Question 7

Some students cheat because they are not prepared for the test or assignment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

How does an essay question that asks you to compare differ from one that asks you to contrast?

Accepted Answer

An essay question that asks you to compa

Question 9

Which is a common form of cheating?

Accepted Answer

A)  discussing with the instructor what to expect on an exam 
B)  seeking help from a tutor before an exam 
C)  looking over a classmate's shoulder for answers during a test 
D)  studying with a group of peers the night before an exam 
A)  discussing with the instructor what to expect on an exam 
B)  seeking help from a tutor before an exam 
C)  looking over a classmate's shoulder for answers during a test 
D)  studying with a group of peers the night before an exam

Question 10

When answering multiple-choice questions, you should

Accepted Answer

A)  skip questions that confuse you if there is no penalty for guessing. 
B)  select an answer before reading the question. 
C)  ignore any grammar discrepancies between the stem and answer choices. 
D)  predict your answer before reading the options. 
A)  skip questions that confuse you if there is no penalty for guessing. 
B)  select an answer before reading the question. 
C)  ignore any grammar discrepancies between the stem and answer choices. 
D)  predict your answer before reading the options.

Question 11

A laboratory test may require you to identify parts of models or specimens.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Taking another person's ideas or work and presenting them as your own is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  fair use. 
B)  plagiarism. 
C)  peer pressure. 
D)  test anxiety. 
A)  fair use. 
B)  plagiarism. 
C)  peer pressure. 
D)  test anxiety.

Question 13

Which strategy will best help you prepare for math and science exams?

Accepted Answer

A)  completing homework assignments only when they will be graded 
B)  setting aside your notes from previous chapters so you can focus on current material 
C)  studying formulas by preparing and reviewing paragraph-length explanations 
D)  attending every class, being on time, and staying for the entire class 
A)  completing homework assignments only when they will be graded 
B)  setting aside your notes from previous chapters so you can focus on current material 
C)  studying formulas by preparing and reviewing paragraph-length explanations 
D)  attending every class, being on time, and staying for the entire class

Question 14

Test anxiety only affects students who lack motivation to succeed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When taking a test, if you cannot answer a question completely, you should not try to answer it at all.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

In which course are you most likely to have a laboratory exam?

Accepted Answer

A)  literature 
B)  history 
C)  sociology 
D)  biology 
A)  literature 
B)  history 
C)  sociology 
D)  biology

Question 17

Which statement about computerized tests is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Computerized tests are typically administered online. 
B)  Computerized tests usually follow the same format. 
C)  Some computerized tests allow you to see only one question at a time. 
D)  Computerized tests are only administered in math and science courses. 
A)  Computerized tests are typically administered online. 
B)  Computerized tests usually follow the same format. 
C)  Some computerized tests allow you to see only one question at a time. 
D)  Computerized tests are only administered in math and science courses.

Question 18

When taking an online test, you should

Accepted Answer

A)  type your answers into a Word document before entering them into the test. 
B)  take breaks to check your social media accounts if you have trouble concentrating. 
C)  surf the web for answers to difficult questions. 
D)  rely strictly on your notes to answer questions. 
A)  type your answers into a Word document before entering them into the test. 
B)  take breaks to check your social media accounts if you have trouble concentrating. 
C)  surf the web for answers to difficult questions. 
D)  rely strictly on your notes to answer questions.

Question 19

Submitting a paper you purchased online may result in suspension or expulsion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What should you do if you finish your test early?

Accepted Answer

A)  go back and check your answers 
B)  relax and wait for the period to end 
C)  turn it in immediately 
D)  start studying your notes for your next class 
A)  go back and check your answers 
B)  relax and wait for the period to end 
C)  turn it in immediately 
D)  start studying your notes for your next class

If you are worried that you might do poorly on an exam, you should skip the last class before the exam and instead spend that time studying.

Fabian is taking an English exam that has three essay questions on it. He feels confident about two of them, but he finds the third one difficult: "Critique Jane's actions after finding out that Mr. Rochester was secretly already married." How should Fabian approach this question?

Which is a common cause of test anxiety?

You should budget an equal amount of time for all essay questions on a test.

One method for reducing test anxiety is to increase your rate of breathing.

True/false questions containing which word tend to be false?

Some students cheat because they are not prepared for the test or assignment.

How does an essay question that asks you to compare differ from one that asks you to contrast?

Which is a common form of cheating?

When answering multiple-choice questions, you should

A laboratory test may require you to identify parts of models or specimens.

Taking another person's ideas or work and presenting them as your own is known as

Which strategy will best help you prepare for math and science exams?

Test anxiety only affects students who lack motivation to succeed.

When taking a test, if you cannot answer a question completely, you should not try to answer it at all.

In which course are you most likely to have a laboratory exam?

Which statement about computerized tests is accurate?

When taking an online test, you should

Submitting a paper you purchased online may result in suspension or expulsion.

What should you do if you finish your test early?

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Exam 8: Taking Tests Successfully

If you are worried that you might do poorly on an exam, you should skip the last class before the exam and instead spend that time studying.

Fabian is taking an English exam that has three essay questions on it. He feels confident about two of them, but he finds the third one difficult: "Critique Jane's actions after finding out that Mr. Rochester was secretly already married." How should Fabian approach this question?

Which is a common cause of test anxiety?

You should budget an equal amount of time for all essay questions on a test.

One method for reducing test anxiety is to increase your rate of breathing.

True/false questions containing which word tend to be false?

Some students cheat because they are not prepared for the test or assignment.

How does an essay question that asks you to compare differ from one that asks you to contrast?

Which is a common form of cheating?

When answering multiple-choice questions, you should

A laboratory test may require you to identify parts of models or specimens.

Taking another person's ideas or work and presenting them as your own is known as

Which strategy will best help you prepare for math and science exams?

Test anxiety only affects students who lack motivation to succeed.

When taking a test, if you cannot answer a question completely, you should not try to answer it at all.

In which course are you most likely to have a laboratory exam?

Which statement about computerized tests is accurate?

When taking an online test, you should

Submitting a paper you purchased online may result in suspension or expulsion.

What should you do if you finish your test early?

The Essentials for College Success

Cultivating Motivation, Resilience, and Emotional Intelligence

Managing Time, Energy, and Money

Discovering How You Learn

Getting the Most Out of Class

Reading to Learn From College Textbooks

Studying, Understanding, and Remembering

Developing Information Literacy and Communication Skills

Thinking in College

Maintaining Wellness and Relationships in a Diverse World

Making the Right Career Choice

Skills, Strategies, and Success in Learning and College Life

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