1. Tiffany Malcolm
March 27, 2012
"How can preparation improve test performance?"
First and foremost when preparing for a teat you much know the topics that will
be covered, the material that you will be tested on, and the type of questions that will be
on the test. This helps you improve your performance by giving you a head start on
what you technically need to study and work of if you are unsure of any material to
where you can read upon it to further your knowledge.
Understanding where the test is going to be taking may also give you preparation
to improving your test performance because if you have to take it home you will know
that you are going to need the quiet time to manage the test and make any
arrangements that you need to so you can have the time to focus and understand the
test.
When you create a study schedule and checklist you are able to go through what
you are certain you know so you won’t spend so much time on it so you can work on the
things you are not able to remember. Using a checklist will show you what you need to
work on and what has been worked on so you do not overlook any material and forget
to study something that is important on the test.
Review a study method that is good for you, for example if you know that your
test consist of defining words, you can use flash cards to help you remember the words,
spelling and definitions. Answering the questions at the end of the chapters help you
understand the main questions and answers that are based on the chapter so it helps
you understand what to expect.

2. Make sure you eat a good meal before class so you won’t be so uncomfortable at the
fact you may be hungry and you might get distracted.