10 Active Recall Hacks to Ace Any Exam

10 Active Recall Hacks to Ace Any Exam (Science-Backed)

Passive reading = 20% retention. Active recall = 80%. Use these 10 hacks.

1. Blurting Method

Read → close book → write all you remember → check gaps.

2. Flashcards (Anki)

Question front, answer back. Review daily.

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4. Teach Aloud

Explain to mirror, friend, or pet. Stumble = weak spot.

5. Practice Tests

Do 3 past papers under time. Grade yourself.

6. Feynman Technique

Teach like a 10-year-old. Simplify = mastery.

7. Quizlet Live

Compete with classmates. Fun + recall.

8. Mind Maps

Draw connections. One page = chapter summary.

9. Interleaved Practice

Mix topics: 10 algebra → 10 bio → 10 history.

10. Recall Before Bed

Quiz 30 min before sleep. Brain locks it in.

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