SETTING: WHAPopolis
Hey, you! See that huge, scary-looking monster looming over the horizon and blocking your path to success? You can't miss it. Well, that would be the WHAP Demon. The bane of existence for all sophomore students who dare to test it unprepared. Through the years, countless adventurers have fallen victim to its clutches. Some of your peers around you may even meet their demise...
But not you.
We, the WHAPtastic 4, are here to help you make it through alive. It's not going to be easy, and it definitely won't be fun at times. But if you're willing to brave the journey, take heed of our advice. Stay strong and listen closely. The key to success lies in the following 5 pieces of guidance...
1. Read the textbook. Seriously.
-- Sounds obvious, right? But really, if you're going to listen to anything we say, it better be this.
-- The chapters are very, very long. Ignore the temptation to simply skim the reading.
-- Actively concentrate while you're reading. Often times you'll slip into a state where you think you're reading, but really, you're not comprehending the material. This is when the WHAP Demon strikes. Passing over even a few lines without truly understanding is enough to be fatal.
-- The textbook content can be very high level and difficult to comprehend. It's levels above any textbook you've utilized freshman year, so prepare yourself, it's a hard read, but will get you past the WHAP demon, no doubt about it.
2. Maintain your notebook.
-- Keep it as orderly as possible. Trust us, a single wrong move and there's no room for recovery.
-- Make sure your choose a high-quality, 5-star notebook. The last thing you want is for it to fall apart.
-- Chronological order is the key to survival. You want to be able to easily navigate through your notebook at a moment's notice (also great for studying, especially for exams and the AP).
-- Put loose papers and notes in ASAP. Waiting only gives the WHAP Demon more opportunities to strike.
3. Pay close attention in class.
-- Another seemingly obvious piece of advice, right? Well, easier said than done.
-- Always take notes while the teacher is talking. Things will be said in class that can't be found either in the textbook or the powerpoints. The WHAP Demon will not hesitate to use these against you.
-- Stay awake during notes. Bring water, mints, food; whatever it takes. If you fall asleep, the WHAP Demon will ensure that you won't wake up again.
-- No phones, unless its for education (don't lie, I see you). By now, you should know the importance of absolutely zero distractions, stay focused on your success :).
4. If all else fails, trust in powerpoints.
-- Under the most strenuous circumstances (namely, late-night cramming), your last resort is the powerpoints.
-- Though a 100 will be hard to achieve without reading the textbook, the powerpoints should be enough to secure you a passing grade up to a 99 (just kidding, its possible for that 100, just difficult).
-- Pay close attention to everything inside, even the pictures. The WHAP Demon takes advantage of everything it has to use against you.
5. Crash Course is your ally.
-- A curious creature named John Green will aid you in your journey. He has an odd quirk of speaking at alarmingly quick rates in his Crash Course tutorials, but he'll provide you with all the essential knowledge to get through this alive.
-- Re-watch them at home if you have time. They're a great way to take a break from studying, while still being helpful in your battle against the WHAP Demon.
If you take these 5 pieces of advice to heart, then conquering the WHAP Demon will be a breeze. Good luck to you, and see you on the other side!
But not you.
We, the WHAPtastic 4, are here to help you make it through alive. It's not going to be easy, and it definitely won't be fun at times. But if you're willing to brave the journey, take heed of our advice. Stay strong and listen closely. The key to success lies in the following 5 pieces of guidance...
1. Read the textbook. Seriously.
-- Sounds obvious, right? But really, if you're going to listen to anything we say, it better be this.
-- The chapters are very, very long. Ignore the temptation to simply skim the reading.
-- Actively concentrate while you're reading. Often times you'll slip into a state where you think you're reading, but really, you're not comprehending the material. This is when the WHAP Demon strikes. Passing over even a few lines without truly understanding is enough to be fatal.
-- The textbook content can be very high level and difficult to comprehend. It's levels above any textbook you've utilized freshman year, so prepare yourself, it's a hard read, but will get you past the WHAP demon, no doubt about it.
2. Maintain your notebook.
-- Keep it as orderly as possible. Trust us, a single wrong move and there's no room for recovery.
-- Make sure your choose a high-quality, 5-star notebook. The last thing you want is for it to fall apart.
-- Chronological order is the key to survival. You want to be able to easily navigate through your notebook at a moment's notice (also great for studying, especially for exams and the AP).
-- Put loose papers and notes in ASAP. Waiting only gives the WHAP Demon more opportunities to strike.
3. Pay close attention in class.
-- Another seemingly obvious piece of advice, right? Well, easier said than done.
-- Always take notes while the teacher is talking. Things will be said in class that can't be found either in the textbook or the powerpoints. The WHAP Demon will not hesitate to use these against you.
-- Stay awake during notes. Bring water, mints, food; whatever it takes. If you fall asleep, the WHAP Demon will ensure that you won't wake up again.
-- No phones, unless its for education (don't lie, I see you). By now, you should know the importance of absolutely zero distractions, stay focused on your success :).
4. If all else fails, trust in powerpoints.
-- Under the most strenuous circumstances (namely, late-night cramming), your last resort is the powerpoints.
-- Though a 100 will be hard to achieve without reading the textbook, the powerpoints should be enough to secure you a passing grade up to a 99 (just kidding, its possible for that 100, just difficult).
-- Pay close attention to everything inside, even the pictures. The WHAP Demon takes advantage of everything it has to use against you.
5. Crash Course is your ally.
-- A curious creature named John Green will aid you in your journey. He has an odd quirk of speaking at alarmingly quick rates in his Crash Course tutorials, but he'll provide you with all the essential knowledge to get through this alive.
-- Re-watch them at home if you have time. They're a great way to take a break from studying, while still being helpful in your battle against the WHAP Demon.
If you take these 5 pieces of advice to heart, then conquering the WHAP Demon will be a breeze. Good luck to you, and see you on the other side!