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−	There is no substitute for preparation when it comes to university exams but even a well-prepared student can experience test anxiety or approach an exam inefficiently. Try these tips from ''How to Get Good Grades at a College or University: Canadian Edition'' by Linda O'Brien. (We have copies of ~~that~~ booklet available in ~~non-COVID times~~.)	+	There is no substitute for preparation when it comes to university exams but even a well-prepared student can experience test anxiety or approach an exam inefficiently. Try these tips from ''How to Get Good Grades at a College or University: Canadian Edition'' by Linda O'Brien. We have copies of the booklet available from Student Services in Rm. 155 STM.

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 * look for absolute keywords like ''always, never, every'' which tend to indicate a false answer
 * probability keywords like ''normally, often, most'' are more likely to be true
-* if you have no idea, guess true. True is statistically slightly more likely to be the answer than false.
+* if you have no idea, guess true. True is statistically slightly more likely to be the answer.
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 * if you have no idea, guess true. True is statistically slightly more likely to be the answer than false.
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 * Don't rush your writing. It must be legible to get good marks.
 * If you don't know the answer to a required question, write down what you do know about the topic so you might be able to get partial credit for the answer.
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 * probability keywords like ''normally, often, most'' are more likely to be true
 * if you have no idea, guess true. True is statistically slightly more likely to be the answer than false.
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	* read the question very carefully. A single word makes all the difference in a true or false question		* read the question very carefully. A single word makes all the difference in a true or false question

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 =Manage Test Anxiety=
 A little stress before an exam is okay because it improves alertness and concentration but if you feel like your anxiety is at the point that muddles your thinking or makes it impossible to sit through an exam, these suggestions may help:
-*Sleep well the night before. Staying up all night studying before the exam is not your best option. Your physical brain needs sleep so that your mind can function at full capacity.
+*'''Sleep well the night before'''. Staying up all night studying before the exam is not your best option. Your physical brain needs sleep so that your mind can function at full capacity.
 *Some students like to visualize themselves going into the classroom, sitting down to take the test, and doing well on the exam.
-*Adopt a positive posture when entering the exam room. Chin up, deep breath, and a little positive self-talk can help your confidence
+*Adopt a positive posture when entering the exam room. Chin up, deep breath, and a little positive self-talk can help your confidence. '''Believe''' in yourself.
 *Relaxation techniques
-**Mindful breathing in through the nose and out through the mouth. When we get nervous our muscles get tense and our breathing becomes shallow. Focus on rhythmic breathing until you relax. Blood flowing to the brain is a good thing!
+**'''Breathe'''. Controlled breathing in through the nose and out through the mouth. When we get nervous our muscles get tense and our breathing becomes shallow. Focus on rhythmic breathing until you relax. Blood flowing to the brain is a good thing!
 **Physical stretches or light exercise before the exam can be very helpful. A brisk walk and some shoulder rolls will do. If you have time for a yoga class before the test, go for it.
 **Sitting at the exam table, close your eyes and recall a positive memory or imagine some warm sunshine on your skin.

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	==Review Graded Exams==		==Review Graded Exams==
		+	If you get your graded exam papers back, don't just look at the grade and file it away. A thorough review of the exam can be a very useful study exercise. If the professor has taken time to write comments, learn from them.
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		+	Keep your returned exams with your class notes. They will come in handy when studying for a comprehensive final exam.