Note Taking Skills

1.

10 points

The most efficient way to correct a mistake in notes is:

scribble it out

cross it out with one line

circle it with a red pen

erase it the best you can

2.

10 points

Which system of note-taking requires the paper be divided into three sections in which you take notes in the main section during class, then fill in the left section with key terms, and write a summary at the bottom.

Outline

Freestyle

Cornell System

Word Web

3.

10 points

The main idea of this movie is:

Taking notes helps you retain information, so pick a system that's right for you

Some note-taking systems are visual, while others rely on text

There are many different note-taking techniques

Using a tape recorder is not a replacement for taking notes, because it won't help you remember

4.

10 points

What advantage does note-taking have over tape recording?

note-taking forces you to analyze material

note-taking is faster

note-taking requires less effort

note-taking lets you review the material later on

5.

10 points

Each of the following phrases indicates noteworthy information to come, except:

The main reason is....

The bottom line is....

As an aside...

Most experts believe

6.

10 points

What's the best way to ensure that you'll be able to order your notes during a study session?

write the date at the top of each page

write the day of the week at the top of each page

write the time at the top of each page

write your name at the top of each page

7.

10 points

What do all good note-taking systems have in common?

They make use of sketches and diagrams

They make use of different colored pens or pencils

They help you digest the information

They divide the page up into different sections

8.

10 points

The act of taking notes forces students to listen more judiciously. What is the best synonym for "judicious?"

optimistic

judgmental

implusive

thoughtful

9.

10 points

Fill in the blank with the appropriate symbol: "Inalienable rights (?? pursuit of happiness)"

i.e.

cf.

w/o

e.g.

10.

10 points

What do paraphrasing and abbreviating have in common?

neither saves time nor space

Both save space, but not time

Both save time, but not space

Both save time and space