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Langan: Reading and Study Skills
Reading and Study Skills, 7/e
John Langan
Taking Essay Exams

Learning Objectives

This chapter will show you:

Two key steps in preparing for an essay exam:

1.

Anticipate probable questions

2.

Prepare and memorize an informal outline answer for each question

Three key steps in writing an exam essay:

1.

Look at the exam carefully to get an overview of the exam

2.

Budget your time

3.

Start with the easiest questions








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