Study Before Test Planner

Strategic prep the day before an exam. Focus on what matters most.

Study Before Test Planner

Day-before prep. Strategic review. Walk in confident.

Test Date

Subject

Test Type

Study Time Available

⚠️ Day-Before Rule

Don't learn new material. Focus on reviewing what you already know. Build confidence, not confusion.

Topic Confidence Check

Rate your confidence 1-5 for each topic. Focus review time on lower-confidence areas.

Lost

Shaky

Okay

Good

Solid

Topic / Chapter

Confidence

Review?

Time

○ Yes ○ No

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○ Yes ○ No

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○ Yes ○ No

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○ Yes ○ No

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○ Yes ○ No

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○ Yes ○ No

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Quick Reference Sheet

Write key formulas, definitions, or facts you need to memorize.

Key Formulas

Key Definitions

Must Remember

Study Schedule

Block 1___:___ - ___:___

Focus:

Block 2___:___ - ___:___

Focus:

Block 3___:___ - ___:___

Focus:

Final Review___:___ - ___:___

Light review only. No cramming.

Pre-Test Checklist

Reviewed all weak topics (confidence 1-3)

Practiced at least 5 sample problems

Memorized key formulas / definitions

Packed materials for tomorrow (calculator, pencils, etc.)

Set alarm and planned route to test

Stopped studying by 9 PM (sleep is critical)

Confidence Check

How confident do you feel now? (1-10)

One thing you'll ace tomorrow:

How to Use This Planner

Fill in test details at the top so you know exactly what you're preparing for.
Rate your confidence on each topic honestly—don't inflate your scores.
Focus most time on topics with confidence 1-3. Don't spend time on what you already know.
Create a quick reference sheet with must-know facts for a final glance.
Plan study blocks with breaks. Don't marathon study the night before.
Complete the pre-test checklist to ensure you're fully prepared.
Stop studying early enough to get 8+ hours of sleep—this helps memory consolidation.
End with a positive confidence check. Walk into the test feeling ready.