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When you study, you listen to . . .

your favorite music in the background.

The beat keeps your mind moving and

makes study time speed by.

the sounds of your home, such

as your brother chatting on the

phone while your dad cooks

dinner in the kitchen. You take

mini-breaks to listen in or taste

dad’s progress.

nothing! You like a quiet space.

Your class is reading a novel,

you’re behind, and you’ve got

to finish by tomorrow! You’d

settle down to read . . .

wherever you are. But you’d ask

people to make sure you keep

turning those pages.

in that comfy beanbag chair in

your attic. No one will bother

you up there!

at your kitchen table. Your mom

will keep you on track, and you

can stop for a snack anytime

you like.

Did you pick mostly purple

answers? You may write best in a

space away from distractions, such

as your room or a quiet spot at

the library. You need to find focus

in order to work. If you have a hard

time concentrating around noise,

try wearing earplugs or noise-

canceling headphones.

Did you choose red the most?

You look for motivation in what-

ever is around you. You could be

comfortable any place you find

inspiring. Maybe you’d like a group

setting, such as a writing center

or study hall. Try creating playlists

of motivating music for the times

you need to work on your own.

Did you go for green? You prefer

a writing space that lets you take

time-outs when you need them.

Whether you’re working at home

or away, plan breaks into your

work time. But be careful not to

let the breaks take over!