* Review should come early while material is still fresh in your mind.

* The first reading of the material should be followed by a break of several hours before a second reading of the same material.

* Predict exam questions using as possible questions the textbook headings, class notes, and previous quizzes and exams.

* Keep all previous tests and review them prior to taking the final exam.

* Several days before the final exam, plan four or five assigned times in which to cover all of the term's material.

* The last session should be spent looking over the material of the whole course.

* Review the main points, especially those you find most difficult to recall.

* As a rule of thumb, go through the main headings of the text or your notes and see if you can remember the content.

* For the week before and during exams, life should be as normal as possible and normal habits of sleeping, eating, exercising, etc. should be maintained.

* Get rest. A clear head is important for the efficient taking of exams.

* Eat a nutritious breakfast (or meal) before the exam, but do not overeat. Complex carbohydrates are better than foods high in fat content.

* Arrive early and choose a seat where latecomers will not disturb you. Do not sit by a window or next to the door; you will be distracted and will lose your train of thought.

* Look over the entire exam to see how long it is, which parts count more in scoring, or which parts may be easier to answer or require more time.

* Answer the easy questions first! Attack only one question at a time without worrying about the ones to come.

* Outline before answering essay questions.

* Leave a few minutes at the end to review your answers. Do not second-guess your answers to multiple-choice questions; your initial "hunch" is usually right. (Source: wcupa.edu.com)