Question 1

Examples are an excellent example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Rehearsal 
B)  Elaboration 
C)  Chunking 
D)  Quizzing

Question 2

You are starting a study group for the first time. Why is it important for students to prepare ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

A)  Promotes individual accountability 
B)  Increases productivity during group time 
C)  Both are important reasons 
D)  Neither are important reasons

Question 3

Your friend is taking notes by just writing notes without much organization. Which method is he most likely using?

Accepted Answer

A)  Matrix 
B)  Cornell 
C)  Linear 
D)  Outline

Question 4

How can you maximize learning during a study group?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

You are studying for an upcoming test in your biology class. Which method would help you effectively store the key words in your memory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rehearsal 
B)  Elaboration 
C)  Organization or chunking 
D)  All of these are effective strategies.

Question 6

If your professor provides you with a copy of the Power Point slides, you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Write all the notes in your notebook because the act of taking the notes is important. 
B)  Breathe a sigh of relief, you can simply sit back and listen to the lecture. 
C)  Print out the slides and write down more specific information, especially examples. 
D)  Study only what is printed on the slides because that is what your professor thinks is most important.

Question 7

According to research conducted by Davis and Hult (1997), it is a good idea to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Write a brief summary of what you learned after class 
B)  Listen to your professor and take notes after class 
C)  Take notes on chapters but listen during class 
D)  All of these statements are true

Question 8

Jane can't yet write a 10 page paper but she could if she had support. According to Vygtosky, this is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  Scaffolding 
B)  Distributed practice 
C)  Kinesthetic learning 
D)  Zone of proximal development

Question 9

Chunking is an important and powerful memory strategy. An example of chunking is:

Accepted Answer

A)  When you try and remember everything you know about a topic as quickly as possible. 
B)  When you try and organize information, especially making outlines or other hierarchical strategies. 
C)  Keeping a time diary. 
D)  A technique that will decrease your short term memory capacity.

Question 10

Which part of the memory system has an unlimited storage capacity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Long-term memory 
B)  Short term memory 
C)  Working memory 
D)  Sensory memory

Question 11

To get the most out of class time:

Accepted Answer

A)  Read the chapter and other assigned readings prior to class. 
B)  Complete all written assignments prior to class. 
C)  Ask questions to clarify and expand on what you have learned. 
D)  All of these are good ways to actively participate in class.

Question 12

What does the research say about using computer based simulation and games to learn?

Accepted Answer

A)  Students like them but they are not very effective 
B)  Students like them and they have found to be effective 
C)  Simulation exercises are helpful but digital games are not 
D)  Digital games are helpful but simulation exercises are not

Question 13

According to Mayer (2009), what type of engagement matters the most?

Accepted Answer

A)  Behavioral 
B)  Cognitive 
C)  Physical 
D)  All are equally important

Question 14

A final exam would be an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Inquiry assessment 
B)  Formative assessment 
C)  Summative assessment 
D)  All of these statements are correct

Question 15

Formative assessment typically happens ______learning.

Accepted Answer

A)  Before or During 
B)  During or After 
C)  Before or After 
D)  Outside the classroom only

Question 16

Which of the following is a good strategy to use when preparing to take notes in class?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bringing note taking materials to class. 
B)  Review the syllabus and any course announcements so you will know what is going to be discussed. 
C)  Read the corresponding chapter, taking notes while you read. 
D)  All of these are effective strategies.

Question 17

According to Ebblinghaus, we forget ___% of what we've learned within a few hours.

Accepted Answer

A)  10% 
B)  25% 
C)  50% 
D)  75%

Question 18

Describe at least 5 short term to long term memory strategies.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

What document should you look at prior to each class?

Accepted Answer

A)  Syllabus 
B)  College Catalog 
C)  Curriculum Sheet 
D)  Code of Student Conduct

Question 20

An example of elaboration, a memory technique, is when you:

Accepted Answer

A)  Provide tons of details in your writing. 
B)  Try to find connections between information you already know and information you are trying to learn. 
C)  Focus on your short term versus long term memory system. 
D)  Repeat the information over and over again so that you can really learn it.

Exam 2: Skills You Need: Memory, Note Taking, and Studying Techniques