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    How do I study for a test that I have tomorrow?
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    You can try repetition with the term and definition, which should help. Also, make sure you take a break every 30 minutes or so, because your brain can't handle so much information at once. The break will allow your brain to refresh in order to process the information that you are studying.
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    How can I memorize something in one hour?
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    Keep writing it out on a whiteboard. Take certain words out at a time to see if you can remember them words. When you're ready, rub out all the words and try write them all out by memory.
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    Which is the fastest and easiest method for memorization?
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    Repetition. If you have terms and definitions, do either terms and answer with definitions first, or definitions first and answer with the correct term.
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    How do I memorize and remember that particular note for months and months?
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    Understand what you memorize and then memorize it. Be confident that you will definitely remember it and regularly look over it.
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    How do you quickly memorize something for the next day?
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    Repetition is the key to learning fast. Walk around while learning. Read again and again, and test yourself by making questions.
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    Is there a quick and efficient way for me to memorize things?
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    Taking a fish oil supplement can help with memory. Try writing things down over and over again or repeating things out loud over and over again. Flashcards can also be useful.
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    What are some ways to memorize medical terminology?
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    Pretend you have to teach what you have to memorize. Then practice using a white board and writing main concepts out in full after you re-read your terms.
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    What is the quickest way to memorize if I learn best through listening?
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    You can record yourself reading or teaching the material you're trying to memorize, then play it back and listen to it to commit it to memory. If you're trying to memorize class material, you can take a recording device to class and record your teacher's lectures for the same purpose. Keep in mind that you may have to talk to your teachers or go through your school to get approval for this.
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    How can I memorize history for class in a short time?
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    Read it over numerous times, write it out numerous times, then speak it numerous times until you are sure of yourself.
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    Why do I need to move around while studying?
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    Moving around can help you memorize facts and ideas easier.
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    How can I memorize a song for a school concert by tomorrow?
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    Record yourself signing the song and listen to it over and over. Practice signing along with the recording, and learn the lyrics by writing them out on paper many times.
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    What time of day is best to memorize something?
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    It really depends on you personally. Try memorizing at different times of day and see which is best for you.
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    How can a child memorize multiplication tables?
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    Start by explaining the importance of multiplication to your child and all the ways they'll be able to use it in their daily life. Then, come up with some kind of reward, like a piece of candy, that you can give to the child each time they complete a problem correctly. Practice the multiplication tables several times every day until the child has memorized them.
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    How can I memorize 6 chapters of the bible? This is the only way I can get a phone!
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    Repetition. You should read one chapter over and over until you're sure you remember it. Then read the second and first over and over, and do this until you've memorized all six chapters.
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    I am a rote learner. Does this mean the best way for me to memorize something is to do it over and over?
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    Yes; repetition is key. The idea is you will be able to quickly recall the meaning of the material the more you do it.
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    Is there a way you can be a bit of every type of learner?
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    Certain personalities may aid more in this, but what I would recommend is to try using pieces from each of the methods found here, and see which ones from each method work best for you. It'll most likely be a form of trial and error. But to answer your question, yes, it is possible.
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    How do I learn all my plenaries in 45 minutes?
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    You should repeat it over and over it again. You should also write it on a white board or a piece of paper. You should have water to keep hydrated and it will keep you going.
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    What shall I do to memorize complex definitions without understanding them?
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    You can't memorize anything without understanding it so try your best to understand each.
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    How can I find out which type of learning method works best for me?
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    You can take one of the many available quizzes online in order to find out what sort of learning method you prefer. You could also think back and consider which lessons in your life have been the most effective or memorable. If there's a pattern, that might give you a clue as to what your learning style is.
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    How can I develop my visual memory for reference to paint from later in studio?
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    Look at all details of the picture. Focus on smaller things and then the main things.
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    What if I need to memorize something in a foreign language that I do not know?
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    Translate it so that you can understand it, and then repeat it out loud over and over. Also, listen to it and focus on the pronunciation of the words to make sure you're saying them right.
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    I have an exam tomorrow and I need to memorize 5 more lines! What should I do?
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    Start with the first line, memorize that. Then memorize the second line. Then memorize the first and second line. Then memorize the third line, then memorize the first, second and third line. Keep going until you memorized all lines.
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    Does color coding help?
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    Color coding can help your mind memorize things.
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    How much time should the break last?
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    It depends on your personal needs. Make sure that it is long enough for you to feel rested, but not too long that you have to start studying all over again.
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    I'm trying to memorize the Preamble for tomorrow. What do you suggest I do?
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    Follow the tips in the article. Read it over several times. Read it aloud, sentence by sentence. Then start trying to say it aloud without looking, again, sentence by sentence. Once you've got the first couple of sentences memorized, move on to the next, and so on.
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    Is it okay to eat while memorizing?
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    Yes. You can eat while you study, or eat before or after. Whatever works for you is fine.
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    What is the fastest way to memorize a book?
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    Memorizing an entire book is a difficult task. Reading a book carefully will allow you to retain much of the information in it, but this can take several hours, days or even weeks depending on the size of the book. Try taking notes as you read to help you remember details. You can also highlight interesting or important passages and write comments in the margins.
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    I need to memorize a monologue that goes for about 3 minutes and I have terrible memory. What can I do to help?
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    Try writing out the monologue several times. Each time you rewrite it, read it back to yourself out loud. Do this several times. Each time you repeat the process, try to recall part of what you wrote the first time. When you can rewrite or say the entire monologue from memory, you will have memorized it.
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    I completely agree with that writing down notes on a card. How many times should I review the information per day to remember forever?
    Matthew
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    You should review it once in the morning and maybe once in the afternoon. You could also slowly erase words (one or two every day) so eventually, you have very little reference and you have to use your memory.
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