Chapter 6

Question 1

According to the Power Process in this chapter, detaching is not the same as giving up. T or F

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Strategies for detaching include:

Answer 2

1) Pay attention to your thoughts and physical sensations
2) Practice relaxation
3) Zoom out to a bigger picture
4) All of the above choices **

Question 3

According to the text, test scores are accurate measures of what you actually learn in ac course. T or F

Answer 3

False

Question 4

According to the text, saying that you plan to “study” for a test is a powerful intention. T or F

Answer 4

False

Question 5

A study checklist is:

Answer 5

1) A mind map of key concepts
2) An outline of key concepts
3) A summary of key concepts written in short paragraphs
4) A to-do list includes exactly what you will use to practice for a test. *****

Question 6

It is not a good idea to ask instructors about what a future test will include. T or F

Answer 6

Fasle

Question 7

One recommended strategy for answering a multiple-choice question is to read all of the possible answers before answering the question in your head. T or F

Answer 7

False

Question 8

The presence of absolute qualifiers - such as always or never - often indicates a false statement. T or F

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Suggestions for taking essay tests include:

Answer 9

1) Find out what an essay question is asking - precisely.
2) Make a quick outline before you write.
3) Get to the point in the first paragraph of your answer
4) Write legibly
5) All of the answer choices **

Question 10

People who are skilled at stress management remember that

Answer 10

1) A little tension before a test is fine . **
2) The goal is to eliminate tension completely.
3) You should never should consider the worst thing that can possibly happen if you fail a test.
4) It is unwise to over-prepare for tests.

Question 11

One suggested technique for test taking is to answer the easiest, shortest questions before the harder, longer questions. T or F

Answer 11

True

Question 12

The suggestions for dealing with test anxiety do NOT include:

Answer 12

1) avoid thinking about the worst that could happen **
2) praise yourself
3) breathe
4) have some fun

Question 13

When taking essay tests, you do not benefit from creating a short outline of each answer before writing a detailed answer. T or F

Answer 13

False

Question 14

According to the text, saying that you plan to “study” for a test is a powerful intention. T or F

Answer 14

False

Question 15

According to the text, test scores accurately measure what you have learned in a course. T or F

Answer 15

False

Question 16

Cramming for a test might be useful as a last resort if you

Answer 16

1) have not read any of the material
2) avoid cramming for more than one course at a time. **
3) All of the answer choices
4) have missed most of the lectures

Question 17

People who are skilled at stress management remember that:

Answer 17

1) Your should never consider the worst thing that can possibly happen if you fail a test.
2) It is unwise to over-prepare for tests.
3) A little tension before a test is fine. ****
4) All of the answer choices.
5) The goal is to eliminate tension completely.

Question 18

A study checklist is:

Answer 18

1) A to-do list that includes exactly what you will use to practice for a test. *****
2) A mind map of key concepts
3) A summary of key concepts written in short paragraphs.
4) An outline of key concepts

Question 19

A grade is a:

Answer 19

Precise measure of your intelligence
Measure of what you scored on a test or other evaluation***
Precise predictor of how well you will do in your career
Precise measure of your creativity

Question 20

According to the text, learning from mistakes is so powerful that we should deliberately set out to make mistakes. T or F

Answer 20

False

Question 21

Study groups can focus on:

Answer 21

1) All of the answer choices *****
2) Doing research to prepare for papers and presentations.
3) Finding and understanding key passages in assigned readings
4) Comparing and editing class notes
5) Creating and taking practice tests

Question 22

Suggestions for taking essay test include:

Answer 22

Write legibly
Find out what an essay question is asking - precisely
Get to the point in the first paragraph of your answer
All of the answer choices ****
Make a quick outline before you write