Question

Do you want to improve the way you study? Do you feel nervous before a test? Many students say that a lack of concentration is their biggest problem. It seriously affects their ability to study, so do their test results. If so, use these tips to help you.

Study Techniques

You should always study in the same place. You shouldn’t sit in a position that you use for another purpose. For example, when you sit on a sofa to study, your brain will think it is time to relax. Don’t watch TV while you are studying. Experts warn that your concentration may be reduced by 50 percent if you attempt to study in this way. Always try to have a white wall in front of you, so there is nothing to distract (make less concentrated) you. Before sitting down to study, gather together all the equipment you need. Apart from your textbooks, pens, pencils and knives, make sure you have a dictionary. If your study desk or table is needed when you are not studying, store all your equipment in a box beside it.

Your eyes will become tired if you try to read a text which is on a flat surface. Position your book at an angle of 30 degrees.

Be realistic and don’t try to complete too much in one study period. Finish one thing before beginning another. If you need a break, get up and walk around for a few minutes, but try not to telephone a friend or have something to eat.

Test-taking Skills

All your hard work will be for nothing if you are too nervous to take your test. Getting plenty of rest is very important. This means: do not study all night before your test! It is a better idea to have a long-term study plan. Try to make a timetable for your study which lasts for a few months.

Exercise is a great way to reduce pressure. Doing some form of exercise every day will also improve your concentration. Eat healthy food, too.

When you arrive in the examination room, find your seat and sit down. Breathe slowly and deeply. Check the time on the clock during the test, but not too often. Above all, take no notice of everyone else and give the test paper your undivided attention.

1.Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

A. Check the time during the exam at a certain time.

B. Your concentration will improve if you study and watch TV at the same time.

C. You should study in a different place every day, so you don’t get bored.

D. Staying up all night and studying is tiring, but you will learn a lot using this method.

2.What does the underlined word “it” refer to?

A. Your textbook.            B. Your study desk or table.

C. Your dictionary.          D. The equipment you need.

3. What can be inferred from the passage?

A. You shouldn’t look at everyone else during the test.

B. You’ll concentrate more if there is nothing to distract you.

C. You will have enough energy to deal with your study and exams by eating healthy diet.

D. If you feel tired during study, you can walk around for a few minutes.

Answer

1.A

2.B

3.C

【解析】

试题分析：本文属于说明文阅读，主要叙述了日常学习和参加考试的一些实用的技巧帮助学生更好地处理学习和考试。

1.A 推理判断题。根据最后一段第三句. Check the time on the clock during the test, but not too often.可知在考试期间不要总是去看时间，那样会分心。只要在一定的时间里检查一下自己的时间是否充足即可。所以A项说法正确。

2.B 猜测词意题。根据本句If your study desk or table is needed when you are not studying, store all your equipment in a box beside it.如果在你不学习的时候，你用来你学习的桌子要被使用，那么就在桌子旁边放一个盒子，把你所用的学习用品都放在盒子里。所以本句中的代词it指代前半句中提到的study desk。故B正确。

3.Eat healthy food, too.可知我们要吃就健康的食物保证自己有足够的精力处理学习爱和考试。故C正确。

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