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Opening Doors: Understanding College Reading, 3/e
Joe Cortina, Richland College
Janet Elder, Richland College

Making Yourself Successful in College

Test Your Knowledge

Please answer all questions



1

Which of the following is NOT something a successful student would do?
A)Effective students are highly motivated. They have an inner drive to do well.
B)Effective students study for exams and complete projects right before they are due.
C)Effective students focus on understanding and use feedback to help them monitor their progress and make changes if necessary.
D)Effective students are involved and attentive to academic work, inside and outside of class.
2

What can you gain from writing down your goals?
A)Writing down your goals helps you make a commitment to them.
B)Writing down your goals gives you a yardstick for measuring your progress.
C)Putting your goals in writing can help you turn wishes into reality.
D)All of the above.
3

If you set a goal of earning A's in all of your classes this semester, what type of goal is this?
A)Short-term
B)Long-term
C)Intermediate
D)None of the above
4

What are the benefits of setting aside time specifically for studying?
A)Setting aside time specifically for studying reduces stress, worry, tension, and inefficiency.
B)A realistic schedule frees you from indecision and lets you make the most of your time.
C)Scheduling study time allows you to balance study time and relaxation time. You can get studying done first, then relax or have fun.
D)All of the above.
5

Which of the following strategies would be most helpful for you this semester?(Since this is an individual answer, you can't get this one wrong!)
A)Find ways to motivate yourself to succeed.
B)Schedule your time effectively and efficiently.
C)Find ways to make the most of your study time.
D)Get organized by setting up a monthly assignment calendar and making daily To-Do lists.
E)Any of the above
6

What is the minimum amount of studying you should do for a typical 3-credit college course?
A)A few minutes before and after class
B)One hour for every hour you spend in class
C)One hour per week
D)As many hours as possible
7

Why is it important to be familiar with your learning style?
A)You won't have to study for the classes that match your learning style.
B)You can utilize study techniques and strategies that take advantage of your strengths.
C)You can improve your overall learning by acquiring more practice and skill using other modalities besides your strongest one.
D)Both B and C.
8

What is the best strategy for visual learners?
A)Read or see information
B)Use sensory channels to learn
C)Hear information
D)Manipulate materials physically or incorporate movement
9

What is the best strategy for auditory learners?
A)Read or see information
B)Use sensory channels to learn
C)Hear information
D)Manipulate materials physically or incorporate movement
10

What is the best strategy for tactile/kinesthetic learners?
A)Read or see information
B)Use sensory channels to learn
C)Hear information
D)Manipulate materials physically or incorporate movement