Choose the correct definitions for the phrases in italics

1. To hit the books

• a) To physically hit or strike books
• b) To study or engage in focused reading

Correct answer: b) To study or engage in focused reading

2. To cram for an exam

• a) To study for an exam well in advance
• b) To study intensively in a short period of time

Correct answer: b) To study intensively in a short period of time

3. To pull an all-nighter

• a) To stay up all night without any specific reason
• b) To stay up all night studying or working on something

Correct answer: b) To stay up all night studying or working on something

4. To review

• a) To check or inspect something for errors or flaws
• b) To study or go over something that has already been learned

Correct answer: b) To study or go over something that has already been learned

5. To revise

• a) To change or modify something
• b) To review or study materials again in preparation for an exam

Correct answer: b) To review or study materials again in preparation for an exam