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    • Pick a place to designate as your homework area
    • Set a time each night to complete homework
    • Remove distractions - TV, phones, electronic games, etc.
    • Ensure all needed supplies are available in your homework area
    • Study 2-3 different subjects regularly everyday, even if there's no test or homework
    • Review what's been taught in class, on the very same day
    • Take breaks
    • Eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly everyday
    • Sleep at least 8 hours a day
    • Avoid staying up till late at night when you're having tests
    • Ask your parents to review your completed assignments or quiz you before a test

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    Test Taking Strategies
    Most students experience some level of anxiety during an exam.  However, when it affects your performance, it becomes a problem.  To minimize your stress level, read the following suggestions:
    • Compare how you did on a similar test in the past.  Review your previous tests when studying for the final exam.
    • Arrive early for tests - good preparation helps you focus on the task at hand.
    • Be comfortable but alert.  Choose a good spot in the room and make sure you have enough space to work.
    • Stay relaxed and confident.  Keep a good attitude and remind yourself you are prepared and are going to do well.  If you are nervous, take a few deep breaths.  Don't talk to other students about being nervous.  Anxiety breeds anxiety.
    • Read the directions carefully.  This will help you avoid careless errors.
    • Answer questions strategically by answering the easy questions first and then tackling the difficult questions last. 
    • Review to make sure you did not skip any questions or mis-mark an answer.  Also review your grammar, spelling, punctuation, decimal points, etc.