Freshman Success "BENCHMARK REVIEW"

What is a note taking strategy that involves putting the key words in one column and the details in another?

• Cornell Notes
• Flashcards
• Stanford Notes
• Brown Notes

Why is the Cornell Notes system popular among students?

• It facilitates minimal effort
• It facilitates active learning
• It allows for passive studying
• It encourages procrastination

What are the key components of a Cornell Notes page?

• Title, paragraphs, conclusion
• Cue column, summary, questions
• Images, quotes, personal anecdotes
• Bullet points, diagrams, references

What is the purpose of the left-hand column in Cornell Notes?

• To doodle and draw
• To jot down key points
• To write questions and cues
• To leave blank

Can Cornell Notes be used for different types of content, such as text, lectures, or presentations?

• No, it is only suitable for lectures
• Yes, it can be adapted for various content types
• No, it is only suitable for text
• Yes, but only for presentations

What is the significance of the cue column in Cornell Notes?

• It is left blank intentionally
• It helps in organizing main ideas and questions
• It is used for doodling
• It is used for writing lengthy paragraphs

Which of the following is NOT a type of graphic organizer?

• Venn Diagram
• Flowchart
• Histogram
• Mind Map

Which graphic organizer is best suited for comparing and contrasting two or more topics?

• Timeline
• Concept Map
• Venn Diagram
• Cause and effect chart

How do graphic organizers support the writing process?

• By replacing the need for outlines
• By providing a visual framework for organizing ideas
• By limiting creativity
• By discouraging brainstorming

What is the central idea of a concept map?

• Sequential events
• Hierarchical relationships
• Causal relationships
• Spatial arrangements