Strategies to Stay Focused

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What is one strategy mentioned in the text to combat burnout from stress and pressure?

  • Increasing the study duration each day
  • Avoiding discussing study worries with family or friends
  • Taking shorter study breaks
  • Scheduling the occasional weekend away (correct)

What is the 15 × 4 technique mentioned in the text aimed at achieving?

  • Reduced vocational goals
  • Increased concentration (correct)
  • Longer study periods with minimal breaks
  • Decreased motivation

Why does the text suggest taking more frequent study breaks?

  • To increase the total study time
  • To socialize with classmates during breaks
  • To avoid studying altogether
  • To maintain high concentration (correct)

What is the purpose of giving a list of weekly goals to a family member or friend, as mentioned in the text?

<p>To stay accountable and motivated (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested method to increase concentration, as per the text?

<p>Follow short study periods with short breaks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of breaking large tasks down into small achievable bits?

<p>It helps to avoid procrastination and keep you motivated. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does making a wall chart of study tasks accomplished help in avoiding procrastination?

<p>It visually reinforces positive progress and keeps you motivated. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to make daily studying a productive habit?

<p>To ensure consistent progress and avoid procrastination. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does writing down the time of your return to study during breaks help in maintaining focus?

<p>It provides a sense of structure and accountability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the situations in which students may complain of faulty and/or insufficient memory?

<p>While listening in teaching sessions, when revising, and after taking long study breaks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of taking longer breaks after each cycle of 4 fifteen-minute work periods?

<p>To give the mind and body adequate rest after intense work. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text emphasize the importance of breaks after intense work?

<p>To prevent fatigue caused by intense work. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for longer breaks after each cycle of 4 fifteen-minute work periods?

<p>5-10 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the effect of longer breaks on intense work sessions?

<p>They provide relief and prevent daydreaming. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for taking a short break of 60 seconds between 15-minute work periods?

<p>To prevent interruptions and maintain focus. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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