Question 1

What is the worst way to study for an exam?

Accepted Answer

A) Cramming for the exam the night before. 
B) Studying too far in advance thus causing you to forget 
C) Studying lecture notes and notes from taken while reading.This tends to confuse students when they study. 
D) Studying with friends as studies show they can confuse you more than assist you. 
A) Cramming for the exam the night before. 
B) Studying too far in advance thus causing you to forget 
C) Studying lecture notes and notes from taken while reading.This tends to confuse students when they study. 
D) Studying with friends as studies show they can confuse you more than assist you.

Question 2

What approach is a student using if they make a list of terms that they connect in some way so as to ultimately help them to remember those terms?

Accepted Answer

A) Linking 
B) Peg-word method 
C) Method of Loci 
D) Rhythmic organization 
A) Linking 
B) Peg-word method 
C) Method of Loci 
D) Rhythmic organization

Question 3

List and explain 3 good things to remember when preparing for an exam.

Accepted Answer

1. Start early: It's important to start

Question 4

Why should you read the chapter first before coming to class?

Accepted Answer

A) This way,you will know what is important and not important as you listen to the lecture. Students who have read information in advance can dissect its importance better than those who are only hearing it for the first time. 
B) This way,you only need to follow the power points instead of listening to the lecture. 
C) This way,you can highlight material and therefore not worry about the lecture. While some students highlight material as it is covered in lecture,the overall lecture still is an important part of the learning process. 
D) Studies show that reading the material prior to coming to class does not increase learning or memory. 
A) This way,you will know what is important and not important as you listen to the lecture. Students who have read information in advance can dissect its importance better than those who are only hearing it for the first time. 
B) This way,you only need to follow the power points instead of listening to the lecture. 
C) This way,you can highlight material and therefore not worry about the lecture. While some students highlight material as it is covered in lecture,the overall lecture still is an important part of the learning process. 
D) Studies show that reading the material prior to coming to class does not increase learning or memory.

Question 5

What is a mnemonic?

Accepted Answer

A) Any method of increasing memory. 
B) Any method used to help write a term paper. 
C) Any method used to take better notes. 
D) Any method other than using highlighters. 
A) Any method of increasing memory. 
B) Any method used to help write a term paper. 
C) Any method used to take better notes. 
D) Any method other than using highlighters.

Question 6

What is the fourth R that some researchers are adding to the SQ3R?

Accepted Answer

A) Relax 
B) Relief 
C) Realize 
D) Reflect 
A) Relax 
B) Relief 
C) Realize 
D) Reflect

Question 7

What is the most common mistake for people writing term papers?

Accepted Answer

A) They do not make an outline of what the paper will focus on. 
B) They try to make their first draft their final draft. 
C) They try to organize the references before completing the final draft. 
D) They choose a topic that is too broad. 
A) They do not make an outline of what the paper will focus on. 
B) They try to make their first draft their final draft. 
C) They try to organize the references before completing the final draft. 
D) They choose a topic that is too broad.

Question 8

Thomas loves his astronomy class.He always prefers any chance to get out of the classroom and go to the observatory to actually apply those concepts that are taught.Thomas prefers what type of studying?

Accepted Answer

A) Visual method Lab work may be Visual but not necessarily Action oriented. 
B) Verbal method 
C) Auditory method 
D) Action method Laboratory work is interactive and therefore a method of choice for Action oriented learners. 
A) Visual method Lab work may be Visual but not necessarily Action oriented. 
B) Verbal method 
C) Auditory method 
D) Action method Laboratory work is interactive and therefore a method of choice for Action oriented learners.

Question 9

What is meant by Survey in the SQ3R?

Accepted Answer

A) To survey,you must look through the outline,objectives,questions,and any other material the author has deemed important. Surveying does not require in depth analysis yet it must include the entire chapter. 
B) To survey,you must read the chapter summary and try to memorize it. You do not read the chapter or any part of it prior to surveying.Reading comes later. 
C) To survey,you must read the chapter first then look through the outline and objectives 
D) To survey,you must think of a question then look through the material to find the answer. 
A) To survey,you must look through the outline,objectives,questions,and any other material the author has deemed important. Surveying does not require in depth analysis yet it must include the entire chapter. 
B) To survey,you must read the chapter summary and try to memorize it. You do not read the chapter or any part of it prior to surveying.Reading comes later. 
C) To survey,you must read the chapter first then look through the outline and objectives 
D) To survey,you must think of a question then look through the material to find the answer.

Question 10

What is a Learning style?

Accepted Answer

A learning style refers to the preferred

Question 11

Eduardo realizes that his Chemistry final is approaching fast.What is the worst thing he could do to prepare for the final?

Accepted Answer

A) Wait until the night before to start his studying. Cramming does not allow the necessary time for information to be processed into long term memory. 
B) Start studying more than a week in advance since this might cause him to forget important material. 
C) Begin making flash cards.Research suggests that flash cards should be made throughout the semester and not at the last minute. 
D) Study with friends who use different study methods than Eduardo does since research shows that this often results in confusion. There is no research that shows studying with friends to detrimental. 
A) Wait until the night before to start his studying. Cramming does not allow the necessary time for information to be processed into long term memory. 
B) Start studying more than a week in advance since this might cause him to forget important material. 
C) Begin making flash cards.Research suggests that flash cards should be made throughout the semester and not at the last minute. 
D) Study with friends who use different study methods than Eduardo does since research shows that this often results in confusion. There is no research that shows studying with friends to detrimental.

Question 12

Karen prefers to take part in group discussions and listen to the professor talk about psychology.She even has digital recorder that she uses to tape the lecture.What style of study method does Karen prefer?

Accepted Answer

A) Visual method 
B) Verbal method 
C) Auditory method Using a digital recorder is an excellent method for the Auditory learner. 
D) Action method Group discussions may seem Action oriented but tend to be more Auditory in nature. 
A) Visual method 
B) Verbal method 
C) Auditory method Using a digital recorder is an excellent method for the Auditory learner. 
D) Action method Group discussions may seem Action oriented but tend to be more Auditory in nature.

Question 13

What is a Mnemonic strategy? Describe a one type mnemonic strategy and explain how it is used.

Accepted Answer

A Mnemonic strategy is a memory aid that

Question 14

According to the text and the SQ3R,when is the best time to review material?

Accepted Answer

A) Once you have completed a sentence. 
B) Once you have completed a section. 
C) Once you have completed the chapter. 
D) Once you have developed a question. 
A) Once you have completed a sentence. 
B) Once you have completed a section. 
C) Once you have completed the chapter. 
D) Once you have developed a question.

Question 15

When taking notes while reading the chapter,you should:

Accepted Answer

A) Write down as much as you possibly can straight from the text so as to avoid confusion. Attempting to write down all possible material is,by nature,confusing and detrimental. 
B) Write down the questions provided and then write down the answer provided. 
C) Write down the main points and vocabulary terms straight from the text to avoid confusion. 
D) Write down the main points and vocabulary terms in your own words. Writing in your own words is a form of active learning.Writing material verbatim requires minimal cognitive effort. 
A) Write down as much as you possibly can straight from the text so as to avoid confusion. Attempting to write down all possible material is,by nature,confusing and detrimental. 
B) Write down the questions provided and then write down the answer provided. 
C) Write down the main points and vocabulary terms straight from the text to avoid confusion. 
D) Write down the main points and vocabulary terms in your own words. Writing in your own words is a form of active learning.Writing material verbatim requires minimal cognitive effort.

Question 16

According to the SQ3R,when you "Read" material,you:

Accepted Answer

A) Are quickly reviewing that which you will read in greater depth later. 
B) Are answering the question you posed to yourself earlier. 
C) Are trying to come up with a question to recite at a later time. 
D) Are wasting your time unless you read and re-read you material at least twice. 
A) Are quickly reviewing that which you will read in greater depth later. 
B) Are answering the question you posed to yourself earlier. 
C) Are trying to come up with a question to recite at a later time. 
D) Are wasting your time unless you read and re-read you material at least twice.

Question 17

What is the SQ3R? Explain each component and give an example of how each step is applied.

Accepted Answer

The SQ3R method is a study technique des

Question 18

Jeremy has to give a persuasive speech.What might he do to help remember all the important points necessary for an effective speech?

Accepted Answer

A) Jeremy should draw images on note cards to remind him of each point. Images evoke numerous memories instead of a single memory like a word might. 
B) Jeremy should put an outline on a single card to help him along. Outlines are not always effective if you are relying on a single card. 
C) Jeremy should try to memorize his speech for maximum effectiveness. 
D) Jeremy should read his speech word-for-word from a sheet of paper. 
A) Jeremy should draw images on note cards to remind him of each point. Images evoke numerous memories instead of a single memory like a word might. 
B) Jeremy should put an outline on a single card to help him along. Outlines are not always effective if you are relying on a single card. 
C) Jeremy should try to memorize his speech for maximum effectiveness. 
D) Jeremy should read his speech word-for-word from a sheet of paper.

Question 19

What is the first mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?

Accepted Answer

A) Students don't read the material prior to coming to class. 
B) Students read their textbook like they would read any other recreational book or novel. 
C) Students read too slowly thus not allowing material to be remembered. 
D) Students read too quickly thus not allowing material to be remembered. 
A) Students don't read the material prior to coming to class. 
B) Students read their textbook like they would read any other recreational book or novel. 
C) Students read too slowly thus not allowing material to be remembered. 
D) Students read too quickly thus not allowing material to be remembered.

Question 20

Some people believe the SQ3R should include an additional R for Reflection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is the worst way to study for an exam?

What approach is a student using if they make a list of terms that they connect in some way so as to ultimately help them to remember those terms?

List and explain 3 good things to remember when preparing for an exam.

Why should you read the chapter first before coming to class?

What is a mnemonic?

What is the fourth R that some researchers are adding to the SQ3R?

What is the most common mistake for people writing term papers?

Thomas loves his astronomy class.He always prefers any chance to get out of the classroom and go to the observatory to actually apply those concepts that are taught.Thomas prefers what type of studying?

What is meant by Survey in the SQ3R?

What is a Learning style?

Eduardo realizes that his Chemistry final is approaching fast.What is the worst thing he could do to prepare for the final?

Karen prefers to take part in group discussions and listen to the professor talk about psychology.She even has digital recorder that she uses to tape the lecture.What style of study method does Karen prefer?

What is a Mnemonic strategy? Describe a one type mnemonic strategy and explain how it is used.

According to the text and the SQ3R,when is the best time to review material?

When taking notes while reading the chapter,you should:

According to the SQ3R,when you "Read" material,you:

What is the SQ3R? Explain each component and give an example of how each step is applied.

Jeremy has to give a persuasive speech.What might he do to help remember all the important points necessary for an effective speech?

What is the first mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?

Some people believe the SQ3R should include an additional R for Reflection.

The Science of Psychology

Biological Perspective

Sensation and Perception

Consciousness: Sleep, Dreams, Hypnosis, and Drugs

Learning

Memory

Cognition: Thinking, Intelligence, and Language

Development Across the Life Span

Motivation and Emotion

Sexuality and Gender

Stress and Health

Social Psychology

Theories of Personality

Psychological Disorders

Psychological Therapies

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Exam 16: I Psychology in Action

What is the worst way to study for an exam?

What approach is a student using if they make a list of terms that they connect in some way so as to ultimately help them to remember those terms?

List and explain 3 good things to remember when preparing for an exam.

Why should you read the chapter first before coming to class?

What is a mnemonic?

What is the fourth R that some researchers are adding to the SQ3R?

What is the most common mistake for people writing term papers?

Thomas loves his astronomy class.He always prefers any chance to get out of the classroom and go to the observatory to actually apply those concepts that are taught.Thomas prefers what type of studying?

What is meant by Survey in the SQ3R?

What is a Learning style?

Eduardo realizes that his Chemistry final is approaching fast.What is the worst thing he could do to prepare for the final?

Karen prefers to take part in group discussions and listen to the professor talk about psychology.She even has digital recorder that she uses to tape the lecture.What style of study method does Karen prefer?

What is a Mnemonic strategy? Describe a one type mnemonic strategy and explain how it is used.

According to the text and the SQ3R,when is the best time to review material?

When taking notes while reading the chapter,you should:

According to the SQ3R,when you "Read" material,you:

What is the SQ3R? Explain each component and give an example of how each step is applied.

Jeremy has to give a persuasive speech.What might he do to help remember all the important points necessary for an effective speech?

What is the first mistake people make in regard to reading a textbook?

Some people believe the SQ3R should include an additional R for Reflection.

The Science of Psychology

Biological Perspective

Sensation and Perception

Consciousness: Sleep, Dreams, Hypnosis, and Drugs

Learning

Memory

Cognition: Thinking, Intelligence, and Language

Development Across the Life Span

Motivation and Emotion

Sexuality and Gender

Stress and Health

Social Psychology

Theories of Personality

Psychological Disorders

Psychological Therapies

Filters