ICC College Life Module 11

According to researchers, our working memory can typically recall how many pieces of information at a time?

7, plus or minus 2

Which of the following is a part of memory?

All of these are correct (Sensory, Working, and Long term.)

To reduce test anxiety, you should do which of the following?

All of these are correct. (Relieve some stress with physical activity, Teach yourself how to relax, and Monitor your mood.)

Mastering memory depends on which question?

All of these are correct. (Who is learning, What needs to be learned, and How will learning be tested.)

Why is cramming a bad idea?

All of these are correct. (Your anxiety level will rise quickly. Your sleep will suffer. Your immune system may go haywire.)

Which of the following components of relief for test anxiety is an observable indication of stress?

Behavioral

Which of these is least true about cheating?

Cheating will save you time

Which of the following is a memory principle that could help an actor memorize lines?

Chunking

One way to address the _____ aspect of test anxiety is to stop nonproductive self-talk.

Cognitive

An essay question that asks you to examine two or more things to find similarities will often use the verb _____.

Compare

The most effective learners use what kind of processing?

Deep-level

Which of the following does NOT enhance memory and recall?

Distractions

Tests that ask you to recognize the correct answer from several alternatives are _____.

Objective

The concept of finding ways you can relate what you're memorizing to your own life is called _____.

Personalize

To perform well during the test you should:

Preview the exam

To prepare before a test, you should:

all of these are correct (Find out what the test will cover, Make a study schedule, and Manage your energy)

Verbal or visual memory aids are called:

mnemonic devices

If you memorize information, you are learning to _____.

recall

The three R's of remembering are:

record, retain, retrieve

You use your working memory when you:

remember a phone number long enough to dial it