Study Habits Quiz

What is a routine?

• A regularly executed skill

• A regularly performed habit

• An action that must be performed to be successful

• A skill that is demonstrated when it's most needed

Answer explanation

The question asks about the definition of a routine. The correct answer is 'A regularly performed habit'. This is because a routine refers to a sequence of actions regularly followed, which aligns with the definition of a habit that is performed regularly. The other options, while they may involve regularity or skill, do not fully capture the essence of a routine.

Why is it important to take breaks while studying? (Select all that apply)

• Breaks can serve as rewards for studying for a period of time.

• Breaks allow opportunities for you to surf the internet so you can research other interesting topics.

• Breaks allow you to organize your thoughts.

• Their primary function is to pad your study time.

Answer explanation

Taking breaks while studying is important for several reasons. Firstly, they can serve as rewards for studying for a certain period, which can motivate you to study more. Secondly, breaks provide an opportunity to organize your thoughts, which can enhance your understanding and retention of the material. However, surfing the internet for other topics or padding your study time are not primary functions of breaks.

In what wats can you quiz yourself to test your knowledge? (Select all that apply)

• Making flashcards

• Asking your teacher questions about the material after school

• Teaching someone else the material

• Making yourself a quiz to take

Answer explanation

All the options provided can be effective ways to test your knowledge. Making flashcards, teaching someone else the material, and creating a quiz for yourself are all active learning strategies that help reinforce your understanding. Asking your teacher questions after school can also help clarify any doubts and deepen your knowledge.

What is the name of the method that uses intervals of time to balance periods of focused study followed by short rest periods?

• Pomegranate Method

• Potato Method

• Pompadour Method

• Pomodoro Method

Answer explanation

The Pomodoro Method is a time management technique that uses intervals of focused study followed by short rest periods. It helps to maintain concentration and productivity by breaking the work into manageable chunks. The other options, Pomegranate, Potato, and Pompadour Methods, are not related to time management or study techniques.

Which of the following settings would not be preferable places to establish a study space? (Select all that apply)

• In your bedroom

• Your local library

• The cafeteria at school

• In the car on your way to and from school

Answer explanation

The preferable places to establish a study space should be quiet and free from distractions. In this question, the cafeteria at school and in the car on your way to and from school are not preferable places as they can be noisy and distracting, making it difficult to concentrate on studying.

True or False: Placing distracting electronic devices such as your cell phone in a different room while you are studying is considered one of the best ways to remove distractions.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True. The question asks whether placing distracting electronic devices such as a cell phone in a different room while studying is considered one of the best ways to remove distractions. The correct answer is 'True', as removing potential sources of distraction, like a cell phone, can help to improve focus and productivity while studying.

Which of the following are ways that you can reward yourself after achieving a study goal? (Select all that apply)

• Listening to your favorite song

• Closing your eyes and resting for a few minutes

• Allowing yourself to go to the football game on Friday

• Giving yourself an additional hour of study time.

Answer explanation

The question asks for ways to reward oneself after achieving a study goal. Adding more study time is not a true reward, but rather an extension of the task.

Which of the following is what the "S" in SMART goals stands for:

• Specific

• Scientific

• Situational

• Strategic

Answer explanation

The 'S' in SMART goals stands for 'Specific.' SMART is an acronym used to guide goal-setting, where each letter represents a characteristic of a well-defined goal.

Which of the following are ways that you can review content from a particular class when studying? (Select all that apply)

• Reviewing and summarizing your notes

• Reviewing the teacher's expectations for the class or a particular assignment

• Rereading any text shared in class

• Creating a study guide for yourself

Answer explanation

All the options are ways to review content from a class when studying. Reviewing and summarizing notes helps to reinforce the material. Reviewing the teacher's expectations can clarify what you need to focus on. Rereading text shared in class can help recall information. Creating a study guide can organize the material in a way that makes sense to you.

Which of the following are benefits of rewarding yourself for achieving a goal? (Select all that apply)

• It incorporates incentives to accomplish your goal.

• It helps motivate you.

• It holds yourself accountable.

• You have the option to forgo earning the reward, if you chose

Answer explanation

Rewarding yourself for achieving a goal has several benefits. It incorporates incentives, which can help motivate you to accomplish your goal. Additionally, it holds you accountable for your actions and progress. However, the option to forgo earning the reward is not a benefit, as it may reduce motivation and accountability.