How to Pass any Test

Any student of any age or grade knows the fear, tension and anxiety associated with tests. There can be a lot to remember, and the task is often so daunting that many students simply give up. While it’s understandable that so many people get so easily frustrated with tests, the good news is that with a little determination and a few easy tips, anyone can pass any test easily.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• An organizer or calendar
• A quiet, organized space to study
• Study guides or notes (if available)
• Scrap paper and pens
• A study-buddy (if available)

1. The first thing to do is determine how many days you have before the test. Then divide up even study time between the days, with extra time on the day before the test. Don’t schedule too much time (such as 2 hours) or you will become frustrated and bored. Schedule just as much time as you will need without going overboard. Be honest with yourself and your knowledge of the topic and plan study time accordingly.
2. Find a quiet, clean place to study and go there, where you will be sure not to be interrupted. If your house is a mess, go to the library. If you think better with noise, go to a café or play some music. The idea is to get your mind cleared and focus on the task at hand. When you have a regular spot to go and you train your brain to recognize it, you will be more focused and ready to study.
3. Get out your study guide or notes, if you have any. It is important to take notes in every class, whether or not you have to. This way, you won’t be scrambling when test time is near and you need information. Re-read the study guide and notes. Read them each time you sit down to study as if you have never read them before. Don’t skim over them or you might miss something!
4. Rewrite your study guide or notes. Use scrap paper, notebook paper, notecards, make flashcards--anything you need to help you study. The act of rewriting is a great way to further stamp the information into your brain.
5. If you have a friend willing to help, a tutor for the class or any other resource the school provides, take advantage of it. Those people are there to help you and take great pleasure in helping students learn.

Tips & Warnings

• The idea is to actually learn the material, not just memorize it. Try to apply the knowledge into your everyday life and figure out why you would need to know it.
• Have a positive attitude. You may not like the class, subject or teacher, but failing the class will not solve any of your problems.
• While you will surely pass the test if you study hard and long enough, the actual grade you get is up to you. If you must get an A, adjust your study time and resource use to meet your needs.

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