The 5 R of Note Taking Quiz

Record: What is the purpose of the 'Record' step in note taking?

• To write down the entire source material word for word

• To create a summary of the source material

• To draw pictures related to the topic

• To write down important information or key points from the source material.

Record: List three effective methods for recording notes.

• Using bullet points, creating mind maps, and using the Cornell method

• Using invisible ink

• Writing in cursive

• Drawing pictures

Reduce: Why is it important to condense and summarize notes during the 'Reduce' step?

• To confuse oneself with too much information

• To make the notes longer and more detailed

• To retain important information and make it easier to review and study.

• To waste time and effort

Reduce: How can you effectively reduce your notes without losing important information?

• Use abbreviations, symbols, and bullet points

• Include every single detail

• Use different colored pens for each word

• Write in long paragraphs

Recite: What is the benefit of reciting your notes out loud?

• Improves memory retention

• Causes forgetfulness

• Decreases memory retention

• Has no impact on memory

Recite: How can reciting your notes help in better understanding and retention?

• By reinforcing the information in your memory and improving your comprehension of the material.

• By making the information more confusing and difficult to understand

• By causing you to forget the material more easily

• By distracting you from the actual content of the notes

Reflect: Why is it important to reflect on your notes after taking them?

• Reflecting on notes is a waste of time

• Reflecting on notes can lead to confusion

• Reflecting on notes helps to reinforce learning, identify key points, and make connections between different pieces of information.

• It is not important to reflect on notes after taking them

Reflect: What are some effective ways to reflect on your notes?

• Drawing, memorizing, and ignoring

• Summarizing, questioning, and connecting

• Copying, daydreaming, and forgetting

• Talking, sleeping, and eating

Review: What is the purpose of the 'Review' step in the note-taking process?

• To ignore the notes completely

• To eat a snack

• To go over your notes and ensure understanding and completeness

• To start a new note

Review: How often should you review your notes for optimal retention and understanding?

• Every 5 years

• At least once a month

• Never

• Once a year