The document discusses studying for a test. Marcos did not study for a test after doing well previously and did poorly this time. Marta believes her intelligence alone will ensure she passes without studying. However, Marcos, John and the conclusion argue that studying and working hard makes a difference in test performance rather than relying solely on innate intelligence.

1. Which do you think represents your brain and intelligence?

2. John I’m so glad I studied for this test. I did much better than last time.

3. Juanita I’m not surprised. I never do well on tests.

4. Marcos Oh, oh, I really should have studied. I did well last time, I thought I didn’t need to study.

5. Marta What? There is no way I could fail! I’m too smart.

6. Marcos: Maybe you should have studied? Marta: I NEVER study, and I still get A’s. You either know it, or you don’t. Marcos: I don’t agree. I do much better on tests when I study for them.

7. John: Maybe you should have studied? Juanita: What difference does it make? You either know something, or you don’t. Your just smarter! John: No I’m not! I flunked the last test. The only difference this time was I worked harder.

8. Studying makes a difference. Working makes a difference.