1 . When I started secondary school, aged 11, I found myself in a class with only two children I’d met before. 1 . In fact, before the end of the day one I knew all 28 of my new classmates by heart. Even in my thirties, when I found myself back in school as a teacher, I could still learn all the students in my classes with relative ease. Here are three quick memory techniques that help me.
2 . Remembering people starts with listening to what they’re called, and taking a proper look at their face. I make a point of repeating their names in my head, and silently saying something to myself about their appearance.
Spot similarities. 3 . So, who does this person look like? Do they share a name with a celebrity? Is there anything about them that reminds you of places, events, or experiences you’ve already got filed away?
A.Pay attention |
B.But I soon got to know everyone |
C.But I soon failed to remember their names |
D.It’s always good to connect new information with things you already know |