college success

When answering multiple-choice questions, answer choices that use words such as ______________ are often incorrect.

always

Dave has a midterm exam later this morning, so he spent the last few weeks studying and got a good night's sleep last night. Now it's time for him to have something to eat before he goes to class. What would be the BEST choice for Dave to have for his breakfast?

grapefruit

A legacy student is a student who ______________.

has a parent or grandparent who attended the same college

locate the key task words in the question

spend the same amount of time on each question

Undergraduate research is a program where a small group of students work together with a team of faculty members on a single research project.

false

Researchers have found that ______________-year students are more likely to cheat than other students are.

first

Which of these high-impact practices are you MOST likely to encounter?

first year seminar

What is one benefit of attending office hours? Correct!

it shows initiative and helps you make connections with instructors.

The MOST important skill you'll need to learn in college is how to ______________.

keep learning throughout your life

Some test anxiety is caused by ______________. having moderate expectations

lack of preparation

Critical thinking means ______________. learning new things

looking for evidence before forming a personal opinion

______________ questions are set up with terms in one column and descriptions or definitions in the other.

matching

Because of new technologies and the information explosion, ______________.

most college graduates will earn their living by creating, managing, and using information

when scheduling your courses, it is best to ______________.

schedule your classes so that they are spread out over the week

When taking a problem-solving test, it is important to ______________.

show your work

College participation is about ensuring that more people have the opportunity to be evaluated on ______________.

the basis of merit

Which type of test requires you to fill in a Scantron form?

Machine-scored test

Students who have test anxiety generally feel it in all testing situations.

false

Where should you look in your textbook for information about related Web sites that offer study tools such as flash cards, videos, and online quizzing?

preface

When answering a fill-in-the-blank question, you must ______________.

provide a missing word or words

What are two potential consequences of cheating in an academic setting?

you may be suspended or expelled .

A prerequisite is a core course that you need to take before you can enroll in upper-level courses in your major.

True

Marcia has an English exam tomorrow morning, and in order to get ready and arrive at the classroom on time, she needs to get up at 6:00 AM. Marcia should be in bed tonight no later than ______________.

10 pm

Today, most college graduates will be prepared for roles in what has become known as ______________.

21st century

How many courses do most full-time students take each term

4 to 6

Which of these statements is TRUE about selecting a college major?

An academic adviser can help you decide which major to choose.

When should you begin your academic planning?

As soon as you start your college career

What should you do if an essay question asks you to compare something?

Identify similarities in ideas, events, or objects.

What are corequisites?

Courses you have to take in conjunction with other courses during the same term

The main purpose of the college experience should be enjoying your newfound freedom.

False

If you want to become a medical doctor, you can attend medical school in place of attaining a four-year college degree.

false

Which of the following is NOT an effective way to communicate with your instructors over e-mail?

Give your e-mail a subject line like "class" or "question."

Cady is unsure of what she wants to do in the future, what steps she should take, and why she is attending college. College is very different from what she had expected, and she finds herself considering dropping out. Before making a final decision, Cady considers the benefits she will receive from a college education. Which of the following is the MOST important benefit that Cady should consider?

Her experiences will help her define and achieve her purpose.

Howe could not be in class to turn in his homework, but he talked to his instructor and she told him it was fine to send it in via e-mail. Howe was therefore upset to discover that he had received no points for that day's assignment. His instructor said she didn't notice his e-mail in her inbox. What should Howe have put in his subject line to ensure it was seen?

Howe Johnson, Literature 101 homework, 9/5/2014

What is NOT an example of a short-term goal?

I will go to a professor's office hours at least twice

Which statement is an example of a long-term goal?

I will train for a marathon.

Lena is taking a standardized test this morning, and although she has felt fine in recent weeks, as she arrives at the classroom, she starts to experience some test anxiety. What should she do?

Inhale and exhale quickly for 20 to 30 seconds.

What should you do in your first paragraph when answering an essay question?

Introduce the main points.

Your program of study in college is known as your ______________. course load

Major

Aimee has a test this afternoon in her Cultural Anthropology class, and she knows that it will include several essay questions. What should Aimee do before she leaves for her test?

Put on a watch.

What does the goal-setting acronym SMART stand for?

SMART stands for: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and achievable within a given Time.

Sophia is signing up for her first college classes in several years—she took time off after her freshman year to get married and have kids, and she is worried that she won't be able to keep up with the younger students in her classes. What advantage does Sophia have over the other, more traditional students in her classes?

She has more life experience, which instructors often respect

Grant is taking an American History exam, and one of the essay questions reads "Discuss the causes of the Civil War." What should Grant do when answering this question?

State three reasons why the Civil War broke out, and then explain them in detail.

What should you do if you feel yourself starting to panic while taking a test?

Stop, take a breath, and tell yourself you will be okay.

What challenge would adult and returning students face that eighteen-year-old college students would not?

They lack a clear purpose for being in college.

Jane was anxious about starting college next semester, so she approached her guidance counselor, who told her about the importance of setting SMART short-term goals as a way to ensure success. Which of Jane's goals is SMART

To transfer to a four-year college after two years

College is the primary way that people achieve a higher standard of living.

True

College success is linked to having clear long- and short-term goals.

True

Learning proper e-mail etiquette can help you communicate effectively with instructors.

True

Staying motivated in college involves understanding what outcomes you hope to achieve

True

Which practice is NOT commonly prohibited by colleges?

Using the Internet to research a paper

Which of these is NOT a strategy for reducing the likelihood of problems with academic honesty?

Working toward a career that doesn't interest you

Which of the following describes how college differs from high school?

You spend more time writing.

How often should you meet with your academic adviser?

at least once a term

Engaging in "service-learning" in college means that you are ______________.

participating in field-based "experiential learning" and reflection while giving back to your community through service

which type of course are you MOST likely to be given a problem-solving test?

statistics

The best way to approach a multiple-choice question is to read the first part of the question and predict your own answer before reading the options.

true

In 2013, four-year college graduates earned about ______________ per hour as high school graduates.

twice as much