Retrieval practice is the process of testing what you can remember about a particular topic. It should be completed without any notes or revision materials.
You might find that your teachers set retrieval tasks as starter and/or plenary activities in lessons.
Retrieval practice is not a onetime task; it must be consistently repeated over a long period of time.
Examples
Of Mice and Men - Remember the story
Why did Lennie and George leave Weed?
What colour did Curley's wife often wear?
Who killed Candy's dog?
What was the name of the local brothel?
Why does Curley wear a singular glove?
What is George and Lennie's dream?
What is the name of the black stable buck?
Who was the 'prince of the ranch'?
Who does Lennie imagine seeing when he returns to the brush?
Why did George kill Lennie?
An Inspector Calls - Remember the story
In which fictitious town is the play set?
What is the name of the Inspector?
What were the Birlings celebrating?
How did Eva Smith die?
What is Eric addicted to?
What political beliefs does the Inspector present?