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Note Sheets, sometimes called Cheat Sheets, are often allowed in Study Events. Usually, the event will call for a certain number of double-sided, 8.5" by 11" sheets (regular printer paper).
General Tips
- Get as much information as you can. Research your event, and try to put everything on the note sheet. If you run out of room, take out extraneous information that you already know.
- Keep information readable, neat, and easy to access. Remember that you will be taking a timed test. If you are unable to find a piece of information, it's just as useless as not having it in the first place.
- Use diagrams. Often a test may have a section about labeling, so having diagrams on your note sheet will help you immensely.
- Use colors and highlighting. Colors aid in visually organizing your information, making it easier to find and more appealing to the eyes.
- Eliminate articles and common words. The words "the", "and", "a", "an", and other similar words can be eliminated if you still understand what the text is saying.
- Shrink the font. Shrinking fonts by even 0.5 points can give you an amazing amount of space.
- Use abbreviations. Abbreviating the most common words on your cheat sheet can save valuable space. For example, say w/ instead of with and b/c instead of because.
- Use sheet protectors. in case of bad weather or other potential threats. Some events may not allow this, though.
- Read the event rules carefully. Each event will have its own wording as to the number of pages you can bring and if sheet protectors and labels are permitted.
Events that Allow Note Sheets
One per team
One per participant
- Chemistry Lab
- Crime Busters
- Forensics
- Botany (trial)
Two per team
- Reach for the Stars
- Cybersecurity (trial)
No limit
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