Hazyview Herald asked around for some exam tips and received helpful ones from Summerhill Prep School.
Hints on studying for an exam paper
• Study well in advance and use a time table to plan what to study when
• Study by practising the work, especially in subjects like maths, science and languages
• Start by studying the work with which you struggle most
• Keep protein munchies handy before studying or writing your paper. These include biltong, nuts, a Vienna, eggs and peanut butter and help with your brain functions and concentration levels
• Play classical music in the background (that means softly) while you study as this also helps with concentration and relaxation.
Hints on writing an exam paper
• Read your questions thoroughly (that means to the end of the sentence/paragraph and more than once).
• Highlight (or underline) important instructions in the question with a pencil, pen or highlighter.
• If you get stuck, continue to the next one. You can return to the one you struggled with when you’ve finished all the other questions.
• Work neatly. If your paper or handwriting is messy, the teacher won’t be able to understand your answer or give extra points for something.
• Number your questions correctly to avoid confusing your teacher during the marking process.
• When you’ve completed the exam paper, revise it at least three times. This will enable you to correct mistakes you might have missed.
Finally, the most important of them all, remember to relax and occasionally glance at the clock or your watch to see how much time you have left.
