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    Should I stay up late or wake up early to cram?
    Ted Coopersmith, MBA
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    Ted Coopersmith is an Academic Tutor for Manhattan Elite Prep, a test prep and academic tutoring company based in New York City. In addition to general academic advising, Ted has expertise in preparing for the ACT, SAT, SSAT, and ASVAB tests. He also has over 30 years of financial controller advising and consulting experience. He holds a BA from the City University of New York (CUNY) and an MBA from Pace University.
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    Intensely studying the night before or the morning of an exam isn't that helpful. Instead, do a light review of some of the important concepts and mnemonic aids on your study outline.
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    How can I pay attention in class better?
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    Try to sit at the front seats. Secondly select a group of friends who do not distract you from concentrating in the class. Take notes and ask questions whenever they come up. Find a way to make the work matter -- either by looking up uses you might enjoy, setting a goal (such as by passing a test) or challenging the teacher and student's viewpoints. If you're engaged, you'll pay better attention.
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    How can I stop feeling sleepy when I study?
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    Try to stay active when studying. If you are studying a lesson which is boring, read it out loud or even walk around your room while you read. If reading out loud doesn't work, try teaching it to some stuffed toys as if they were your pupils. Once you can teach someone else you really know it.
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    How can I be a good student in front of my teacher?
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    Be sincere, be polite, and pay attention while she is teaching. Trust and obey the teacher.
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    How can I remember more of what I read?
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    You can remember more by teaching what you have learned. You remember 80% of the information that you teach. So, try teaching your brother or sister, or you can teach a bunch of stuffed toys! You might also find it helpful to read How to Remember Things You Study Better .
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    is it better to read late night or early in the morning?
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    You should study when you feel comfortable and can concentrate properly. Studying at both times is a great way to help cement knowledge -- studying in the night and reviewing the next morning to ensure you don't forget anything.
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    How can I stop making silly mistakes on exams?
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    Double-check your work on every question before you turn in your exam to avoid making silly mistakes.
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    How can I solve a paper nicely?
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    You can answer the questions you know and write the most important points so that you get good marks. If it's a math exam, write the formula to be used.
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    How can I study notes quickly if I am really bad at memorizing?
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    Try rewriting your notes over and over. Studies show that writing things down helps you remember them better and faster.
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    Is playing a game good when I take a break?
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    No, it is not. Playing games while taking a break will distract you even more, and you may even take a longer break than you should because of the game. You may also still be thinking about the game while you're studying, which will not allow you to concentrate.
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    How should I pay attention when I'm not sitting in the front of the class?
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    It doesn't matter where you are sitting, pay attention to the teacher and the lesson, take notes, and make sure you understand everything. If you don't understand something, or you need the teacher to repeat something that you didn't hear, raise your hand and ask. If other students are distracting you, firmly ask them to be quiet.
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    If we don't know the answer in an exam, how can we find it?
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    Leave it and move to another by leaving space for it . If it comes in mind later, do it, then return to the rest of the exam. Not sweating over it can actually help you to better recall it as you work through the other questions.
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    How can I pay full concentration on my studying?
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    Go someplace quiet, put your phone on Do Not Disturb, and avoid distractions.
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    How can I make myself to increase my love for learning?
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    Try to use colorful pencils and make your notes carefully .This will help you to love your work.
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    Will really doing past tests help figure out what questions are going to come on the upcoming test?
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    Yes, definitely. Teachers teach the same material every year and often reuse questions and will definitely ask similar questions.
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    What can I do while taking a break?
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    Listen to music, relax, stretch, go for a walk, etc. Avoid playing games, going on social media or using any sort of electronic device during breaks.
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    How can we do a single question in less time when we have to do a long process of checking that the answer is right or wrong?
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    Keep practicing frequently to improve your speed.
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    How can I get full marks in physical science?
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    Listen to how your teacher explains topics and write the good notes on paper. A few days before your test, take out the notes and review them and do some practice problems that will help you.
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    I am a good student but sometimes while studying I get distracted what to do?
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    You'll find some helpful tips in this article: How to Avoid Distractions While Studying .
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    Why do I forget a few answers after seeing the question paper?
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    It's all because of getting nervous. Don't get nervous. Calm yourself with a good cup of tea and meditation is also a great option before taking the test. Reassure yourself that you're well prepared and will do fine.
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    I have passed my exams and now I want to get first position what should I do?
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    Use the methods you used to pass and now take it to the next level by using the tips in this article.
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    How can I memorize the concepts so I won't forget?
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    Spend more time reviewing the topics. Incorporate other senses, like taste, smell and touch, into your studying where possible. Repeat your notes with your voice, rather than just in your head.
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    Can studying just before exams help?
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    It will only help with checking what you have already learned, it won't help with learning what you don't yet know. Last minute learning is hard to retain and therefore doesn't help you long-term and is also risky even for the short-term exam, especially if you find the material impossible to understand. Study just before exams should be reserved for going over what you already know well and understand, and for timing yourself on practice tests.
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    I can't always remember the things I've studied during exams. What should I do?
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    I too have the same problem. Keep studying, and during the exam, take your time and think carefully before you answer.
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    How can I present answers correctly in the answer sheet?
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    Listen to how your teachers say to do it or get some practice questions or a practice book which tells you how to answer the question. Don't choose the easier option - for example, if you are allowed to use both heat and radiation, but using radiation is better, then use that instead of getting into a habit of using heat, because later on when using heat won't get you the mark in tests you will have a hard time breaking the habit.
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    How can I write the correct answers on the exam if I did not study at all?
    YingYi Shi
    Community Answer
    Sorry, but this is not possible. You have to study hard for exams in order to achieve high marks.
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    How can I take notes in class when the teacher moves very quickly?
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    Instead of writing everything down, use symbols for words to save you time. Also, write down only the key points.
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    I'm not able to remember points! What should I do?
    Community Answer
    Keep studying, make flashcards to help you practice new info and review old information every day before you tackle new material.
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    What can I do to improve my math skills?
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    You can use worksheets online, or ask your teacher for extra help. Also, take notes and ask questions while your teacher is teaching something that you don't understand right away.
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    When I take notes, my partner copies me. How do I get her to stop?
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    Simply tell the person to stop copying or cover your notes so they can't see. If this doesn't work, tell the teacher.
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