Deck 1: First Steps to Academic Success

Question 1

If Paula takes 15 hours of classes next semester, she should expect to study each week for about

A) 7½ hours.
B) 10 hours.
C) 15 hours.
D) 30 hours.

Answer 1

30 hours.

Question 2

The online study tool that lets students practice what they are learning using flash cards, self-testing games, and interactive diagrams is called

A) Quizlet.
B) Evernote.
C) Schooltraq.
D) GoConqr.

Answer 2

Quizlet.

Question 3

A term plan lists all of your

A) unchanging commitments.
B) specific study times.
C) homework assignments.
D) leisure activities.

Answer 3

unchanging commitments.

Question 4

The first step in creating your weekly schedule should be to

A) assess the upcoming week's workload.
B) block out time for having fun and relaxing.
C) write in appointments and commitments.
D) over the weekend.

Question 5

The best time to study for a Thursday morning class is

A) Tuesday morning.
B) Wednesday evening.
C) Friday evening.
D) over the weekend.

Question 6

The learning strategy that is appropriate for both visual and spatial learners is

A) drawing diagrams and charts.
B) recording lectures.
C) writing summaries.
D) talking aloud when studying.

Question 7

The spatial/verbal section of the Learning Style Questionnaire reveals

A) your ability to visualize how things work or how they are positioned in space.
B) whether practical applications are necessary for your understanding of ideas.
C) your preferred level of interaction with other people in the learning process.
D) whether you prefer to learn by taking risks or following rules.

Question 8

An example of an active learning strategy is

A)writing down everything the instructor says.
B) rereading textbook assignments.
C) considering the purpose behind assignments.
D) doing only what is expected to get a good grade.

Question 9

According to the progression of thinking skills first developed by BenjaminBloom, the highest level of thinking is

A) remembering.
B) understanding.
C) analyzing.
D) creating.

Question 10

An English instructor who wanted to give an assignment at the applying level of thinking might ask students to

A) compare two poems by the same author.
B) edit a poorly punctuated paragraph.
C) evaluate the effectiveness of an essay about writing.
D) define a list of grammatical terms.

Question 11

For every hour spent in class, most instructors expect you to study for

A)fifteen minutes.
B) thirty minutes.
C) one hour
D) two hour

Question 12

An example of a well-defined goal is

A) "I want to be a millionaire someday."
B) "I never want to have to worry about paying my bills."
C)"I want to earn my nursing degree by next June."
D) "I want to win the Nobel Peace Prize."

Question 13

A term plan typically does not include

A) class hours.
B) family commitments.
C) religious obligations.
D) social activities.

Question 14

The primary purpose of a weekly schedule is to show

A) long-standing commitments.
B) priorities and goals.
C) specific times for studying and completing assignments.
D) time spent outside of class.

Question 15

The best strategy for using study time effectively is to

A) take on difficult subjects first.
B) get easy assignments out of the way early in the evening.
C) schedule one long, uninterrupted block of time for each subject.
D) take a one-hour break after each hour of studying.

Question 16

The auditory-visual section of the Learning Style Questionnaire indicates

A) the types of learning tasks and learning situations you find easiest to handle.
B) the sensory mode you prefer when processing information.
C) your ability to work with spatial relationships.
D) your preferred level of interaction with other people.

Question 17

An instructor who organizes in-class group activities, requires students to work together to complete tasks, and encourages class participation can be described as having

A) an independent teaching style.
B) a pragmatic teaching style.
C) a conceptual teaching style.
D) a social teaching style.

Question 18

A question that reflects the applying level of thinking is:

A) What information do I need to learn?
B) How is this material organized?
C) How can I use this information?
D) Does the author prove his or her points?

Question 19

Memorizing definitions for a biology exam is an example of an assignment at the

A) remembering level.
B) applying level.
C) analyzing level.
D) creating level.

Question 20

Read the following information and then answer bellow questions
Jake is a sophomore majoring in physical therapy. He works part-time three days a week and volunteers on Saturdays at a children's rehabilitation center. Listed below are the courses he is taking this term, as well as his course assignments for this week. Part of Jake's weekly schedule is shown on the next page.


-The first step Jake should take in creating his weekly schedule is to

A) set his priorities and define his goals in specific, realistic terms.
B) decide how much time he wants to set aside for social and leisure activities.
C) choose the extracurricular activities in which he wants to participate.
D) reserve one day for studying and completing homework.

Question 21

Read the following information and then answer bellow questions
Jake is a sophomore majoring in physical therapy. He works part-time three days a week and volunteers on Saturdays at a children's rehabilitation center. Listed below are the courses he is taking this term, as well as his course assignments for this week. Part of Jake's weekly schedule is shown on the next page.


-Based on the number of hours Jake spends in class each week, he should plan to study for about

A) 5 hours.
B) 8 hours.
C) 17 hours.
D) 34 hours.

Question 22

Read the following information and then answer bellow questions
Jake is a sophomore majoring in physical therapy. He works part-time three days a week and volunteers on Saturdays at a children's rehabilitation center. Listed below are the courses he is taking this term, as well as his course assignments for this week. Part of Jake's weekly schedule is shown on the next page.


-The assignment that Jake should work on earliest in his study session on Tuesday evening is

A) alphabetizing his term paper bibliography for British literature.
B) recopying math formulas for calculus.
C) typing his biology lab report.
D) reading and analyzing the psychology journal article.

Question 23

Read the following information and then answer bellow questions
Jake is a sophomore majoring in physical therapy. He works part-time three days a week and volunteers on Saturdays at a children's rehabilitation center. Listed below are the courses he is taking this term, as well as his course assignments for this week. Part of Jake's weekly schedule is shown on the next page.


-The best time for him to schedule study for his biology lab is

A) Monday morning.
B) Tuesday afternoon.
C) Wednesday evening.
D) on the weekend.

Question 24

Read the following information and then answer bellow questions
Jake is a sophomore majoring in physical therapy. He works part-time three days a week and volunteers on Saturdays at a children's rehabilitation center. Listed below are the courses he is taking this term, as well as his course assignments for this week. Part of Jake's weekly schedule is shown on the next page.


-The most effective way for Jake to control his tendency to procrastinate is to

A) listen to music or watch a movie while he studies.
B) spend time on easy tasks such as cleaning.
C) break the task into manageable parts and work on one piece at a time.
D) start by working on the most difficult or time-consuming task first.

Question 25

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is VISUAL, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) redraw parts of the digestive system.
B) listen to audio recordings about the digestive system.
C) join a study group where the digestive system is discussed in detail.
D) translate diagrams into summaries.

Question 26

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is AUDITORY, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) draw a map of the digestive system.
B) write possible test questions.
C) record lecture notes and listen to them again later.
D) write the answers to discussion questions at the end of the chapter.

Question 27

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is APPLIED, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) review lecture notes by rereading them.
B) listen to supplementary recordings about the digestive system.
C) copy a blank picture of the digestive system and mark various parts.
D) systematically reread each of the chapters.

Question 28

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is CONCEPTUAL, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) draw a diagram of the digestive system.
B) write an outline showing the digestive system and its functions.
C) create a map depicting the functions of the digestive system.
D) draw the digestive system on the chalkboard and memorize it.

Question 29

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is SPATIAL, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) read lecture notes aloud to rehearse.
B) paraphrase each of the assigned textbook chapters.
C) write a brief summary on the functions of the digestive system.
D) translate your lecture notes into a diagram.

Question 30

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is VERBAL, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) draw a map of the digestive system and label the parts.
B) review the functions of the digestive system by writing a summary.
C) create a chart tracing the steps of the digestive system.
D) depict the digestive system using pictures and symbols instead of words.

Question 31

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is SOCIAL, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) attend a group study session.
B) study alone in a quiet atmosphere, taking frequent breaks.
C) look up additional information in the library on your own.
D) set the days and times you will study by yourself.

Question 32

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is INDEPENDENT, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) seek tutorial assistance.
B) ask the instructor to organize a group study session.
C) use an online tutorial.
D) review the important parts of each chapter with classmates.

Question 33

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is CREATIVE, the most effective strategy for you is to

A) answer the true/false questions at the end of each chapter.
B) reread your notes and highlight key words.
C) memorize a diagram of the digestive system.
D) write possible test questions on each of the assigned chapters.

Question 34

Imagine that you are studying for an upcoming anatomy test. The test will cover four chapters. You are expected to know the parts of the digestive system, how each part functions, and where each part is located. The exam will be somewhat detailed and will contain objective questions only.
To answer questions, refer to the scoring grid you completed after taking the Learning Style Questionnaire. For each pair of questions below, choose the ONE question that reflects your profile on the questionnaire and answer that question only. For example, if your profile indicates that you are more visual than auditory, answer question 6. If your style is more conceptual than applied, answer question 9, and so on. For this section, you should answer five questions only.

-If your learning style is PRAGMATIC, the most effective strategy for you would be to

A) volunteer to "teach" a lesson on the part of the digestive system you already know.
B) draw a diagram of the digestive system, depicting each function with a different color.
C) create a study plan in advance that outlines which subtopics to study on each day.
D) write down every possible way you could study the digestive system and do them all.

Question 35

Solving a simple algebraic equation

A) Analyzing
B) understanding
C) Applying
D) evaluating

Question 36

Listing three famous composers and their major works

A) Remembering
B) applying
C) creating
D) evaluating

Question 37

Contrasting the platforms of two political candidates

A) Remembering
B) understanding
C) applying
D) analyzing

Question 38

Explaining the definition of autism

A) Understanding
B) analyzing
C) Creating
D) evaluating

Question 39

Writing a poem in the style of Emily Dickinson

A) Understanding
B) analyzing
C) creating
D) evaluating