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Exam Prep
Checklist

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When to Use This Checklist

2 Weeks Before

Start the information gathering and planning phase.

1 Week Before

Active studying with practice problems and review.

Day Before

Final review and exam day preparation.

Course/Subject:

Exam Date:

Exam Time:

Phase 1: Information Gathering (2 Weeks Before)

Know exam format (multiple choice, essay, open book, etc.)

Get list of topics covered on the exam

Collect all lecture notes and readings

Identify which chapters/sections are most important

Gather past exams or practice questions

Form or join a study group (optional)

Create a study schedule with specific time blocks

Phase 2: Active Study (1 Week Before)

Create summary sheets for each major topic

Make flashcards for key terms and concepts

Complete practice problems without looking at answers

Review and correct practice problems

Teach a concept to someone else (or explain out loud)

Identify weak areas and focus extra time on them

Do at least one full practice exam under timed conditions

Review professor's feedback on previous assignments

Phase 3: Final Review (Day Before)

Do a quick review of summary sheets only

Review any formulas or key facts one more time

Prepare materials needed for exam (calculator, pencils, ID)

Know the exam location and arrive early

Get 7-8 hours of sleep (don't pull an all-nighter!)

Eat a good breakfast before the exam

Review any allowed reference materials

Key Topics to Review (List your weak areas)

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