Hi guys,
What are some tips on how to answer questions in psych 3&4? I haven't grasped this as of yet and have struggled a lot due to it. I typically start with defining a key term (only because I'm so used to it in other subjects and I don't know how else to start).
Also, I've been using flashcards to study for psychology however I feel as if it isn't enough, & I'm not sure what to do.
Any advice would be so appreciated.
Hi afnan900!
How you answer a question heavily depends on
what type of question it is. Is it multiple-choice, short-answer, or a 10 mark question? Regardless, since you haven't specified this, I'll give you my advice for answering all types of questions.
Multiple-choice: Eliminate options, especially ones that say
always or
never. This is a science, remember. There is a 0.01% chance of anything being certain. Also, when you're doing practice exams in the multiple-choice section, try your best to justify why the wrong options are wrong, the correct option is correct. It will help your understanding.
Short-answer: If a question is worth 3 marks, 3 distinct points must be brought up in your response. If a question is worth 5 marks, 5 distinct points must be brought up. You get the idea.
As tedious as it sounds, I mostly studied for Psych using past exam questions. You might want to have a look at past VCAA exams and see if you can complete any questions in them. Make sure you check your answers! I also tried to relate the content being taught to everyday situations.
I really, truly hope this helped you out!
- JR