How to cram for a test-9 easy steps

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I just kinda bumped into this and I think it would be nice to share with you guys. la'cram la'pour is what most
people do isn't it? Even though it isn't advisable to depend on cramming at least it would be nice if you know how to do it( you never can tell it could bail you out once in a while). Below are some of the tips I found at about.com

1. Don't try to learn it all. Be strategic and choose what to read and study.
2. Determine how much time you have and allocate time for each study topic. Also plan for breaks and for sleep. It may seem counter intuitive but you need to stop studying and rest in order for your brain to retain information.
3. Do you have class notes? If not talk with other students who might be generous enough to share, but remember that sharing goes both ways and be prepared to share your notes with them in the future (this means that you'll need to take notes!).
4. Ideally you would have read the textbook well before beginning cramming. If you have not, understand that reading the textbook is not a good way of studying because you'll be overwhelmed with irrelevant details. However, you cannot ignore the textbook. Instead you must read strategically. As you read, search for specific information.
5. What have you already been tested on? Analyze prior assignments to learn about the kinds of things that your professor targets and how he or she asks questions.
6. Review the readings and class notes and take notes. Don't write down everything. Emphasize the main points, theories, conclusions. Try to determine the specific information that is likely to be on the test.
7. Don't just repeat it over and over. Explain it in your own words.
8. Answer the questions that appear in your textbook. Identify possible questions. Construct answers for these questions and memorize them.
9. Sleep is a must, even if you feel that you aren't done. Sleep to consolidate your memories. Then get up early, have breakfast, and review your materials again. 

There you have it ,how to cram for a test. When next you have a test and you feel its neccessary yo cram ,just follow this simple steps. (Abeg read and understand your book wela, no go depend too much on carmming)
What other methods do you use in cramming? kindly share them...