They enable you to achieve more by leading a balanced life of work and play. Success in school also depends greatly on your ability to read and write. Studies show that people who read well are more likely to do well academically. And writing, the ability to communicate on paper, develops both thinking and organizational skills. It also prepares you for the many courses which require writing assignments and essay exams.
Vocabulary development is also important.
The more words you know, the more ideas you can understand and share. And of course, you must be prepared for tests. We are and will be evaluated on a regular basis, both in college and work activities. We all must meet requirements and performance standards. Typically, the person who has studied is better prepared and feels more at ease for tests.