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How good are spark notes? - Shadowless - 03-08-2008
I have been using spark notes lately and actually really like them, they go over the material strongly and the way they present it works great. Starting with a context of a period, then going over key figures and words, then a summary. Once that is done they into detail on the main areas of concern. Even over study questions and quizes.
I was just wondernig how others felt about sparknotes? I'm using sparknotes for History 1, not exactly sure which areas to focus on but seems to be working pretty good.
How good are spark notes? - peacfulchaos2001 - 03-08-2008
I used sparknotes for Rise and Fall of Soviet Union and Civil War and Reconstruction. I think they were a must have, to be honest. I wouldn't depend just on them, but as a secondary source it's a life saver.
How good are spark notes? - Shadowless - 03-08-2008
Thank you for your input.
How good are spark notes? - ShotoJuku - 03-08-2008
peacfulchaos2001 Wrote:I used sparknotes for Rise and Fall of Soviet Union and Civil War and Reconstruction. I think they were a must have, to be honest. I wouldn't depend just on them, but as a secondary source it's a life saver.
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How good are spark notes? - jeanette - 03-08-2008
I used it for American History I but it was overkill; much more detail than really necessary. I did find some timelines that were really good though.
How good are spark notes? - studyhard - 03-10-2008
I really like SparkNotes. Not usually enough to pass an exam by themselves but very helpful as a supplement. I especially like the fact that they have review tests.
I did a lot of studying for the Biology CLEP with SparkNotes and it was extremely helpful.
How good are spark notes? - Greggy_D - 03-10-2008
peacfulchaos2001 Wrote:I used sparknotes for Rise and Fall of Soviet Union
Which Sparknotes book did you use for this test?
Thanks!
How good are spark notes? - peacfulchaos2001 - 03-10-2008
I used "The Russian Revolution". The version of the test that I had had a lot question from the Revolution. It provides a great foundation and is an easy read.
How good are spark notes? - PeteDude - 03-10-2008
Sparknotes are great for US Government.
Have tried them with varying degrees of success on other exams, like Astronomy.