Here are some study and test taking tips that you might find helpful:

1. Review your notes along with your class objectives and if you find something that confuses you, then go back to the text. Don't expect to read content for the first time just before a test. It just tends to confuse you. You should always try to keep up with readings during the semester and take notes to supplement class notes.

2. When studying, always try to reword theoretical material in your own words which assures you that you really understand it. Remember that content will NOT usually be asked in question format exactly the way it is in the text or even in your notes. Never just "memorize" something. You have to UNDERSTAND it to really remember it and be able to apply it.

3. Make sure you get a good nights sleep before a test, and have something to eat or drink before you take an exam to give your brain some "juice" to get it going. Remember a car can't run without fuel and neither can you !

4. Try to be as calm as possible before taking an exam. Anxiety affects your memory and attention to details. Don't arrive too early to a test when everyone is trying to get in "last minute studying" which only confuses you, or too late which might increase your anxiety. Before you begin the test, take a few deep, cleansing breaths and relax all your muscles (neck, shoulders and arms) before you begin.  This will also help to decrease your anxiety, as well as, getting needed oxygen
to your brain cells.

5. While taking the test, remember to check for key words like, "primary", "best", "least",  "not", etc. This will help to cue you in to what the question is really asking. Make sure you understand exactly what the question is asking for. Either look for the correct answer first, or reject those that you know are incorrect before selecting the appropriate answer. NEVER, NEVER, NEVER ERASE a chosen answer unless you know for SURE that it is incorrect. Usually your first choice is the correct one !

6. Last, but not least, GOOD LUCK !  If you have done your work throughout the semester, you should do just fine.  Have confidence in yourself and you can do it !