Studying and Preparing for Essays and Tests

It's only been a few weeks into the new school year and I've already taken over 3 tests in Biology and have done 2 essay exams for English class. Here are some things to do before a test and preparing for an essay.

Studying:

1. Always give yourself enough time to study. Never leave it at the last minute.

2. When studying its best to turn off anything that will distract you from focusing on the subject.

3. Organize the study space you are in. Make sure it is somewhere you are able to stay focused.

4. Reading your notes out loud is more helpful and can help you memorize more things.

5. Read sections of the textbook each night helps increase the chance of memorizing important parts.

6. Rewriting is also a good way to memorize things as well.
7. Organize a study group with friends or classmates. This will help benefit both you and your friends and classmates.

8. Take breaks regularly to relax the brain. Ex. Watching videos, listening to music, or dancing around your room.

9. Snack on 'brain food' it helps you stay awake and gives you more energy to study.

10. Drink plenty of water to keep you from dehydrating.

Preparing an essay:

1. Make sure you know what the topic of the essay you are about to write.
2. When preparing for an essay, it is best to do a bit of research. Either from books, on the web, articles, movies, etc.
3. Write key points about the topic on a sheet of paper, or on the back of the sheet you were told to write on.
4. It's best to write points that are also relatable towards the audience/marker.
5.  Get as much points about the topic you will be writing about.
6. Draft out a rough copy of how you will be explaining about the topic.

Note: In some classes you are able to take your ideas with you to write out your essay.