Exams – and how to prepare for them

Whatever you are taking Board Exams, or not, planning your time is a Must.

Do

1. Count the number of subjects you have and the number of days left for the exams, to start.
2. Apportion a certain amount of time for each subject, giving more time to your weaker subjects.
3. Set aside some time for Maths everyday. Solve similar types of problems over and over again.
4. Study 2-3 (3-4) subjects every day to avoid monotony and boredom. However, if you prefer finishing your revision subject wise that is entirely up to you.
5. Make a time-table and try to stick to it.
6. Give yourself a break every hour so. Walk about a bit, stretch, do a light exercise. Get back to your table.
7. Don’t slouch. A bad posture can be very tiring as it puts undue stain on your muscles.
8. Have a proper study table if you can. It is great to study out-doors but the distractions are too many.
9. Eat your meals at regular times.
10. Get enough sleep. Your body is young and growing. Give it enough rest (at least 7 hours).
11. Get up early. Your mind will be fresh to absorb information and it is really the best time to study.
12. Banish that video and TV set from your life. There is time enough after the exams, to watch your favourite programmes.

Be disciplined and strict with yourself.

 At the same time, DON’T

1. Study your favourite subjects(s) at the cost of others.
2. Jump from topic to topic. Cover each topic thoroughly before you go on to the next one.
3. Rink endless cup of coffee. They don’t do you any good at all.

In the Examination Hall – Here are some tips:

1. Read the paper thoroughly before you start to answer.
2. Be sure you understand the question properly.
3. Keeping 10 minutes for revising your answer sheet. Divide the rest of the time between the questions to be answered.
4. If you are not able to compete your answer within that time, leave if for the time being and go on to the next question. Come b back to it later if you have few minutes spare.
5. Answer first the questions that are easy for you and go back to the hard ones later.
6. Answer all the questions required to be answered by you, even if you answer some of them only partially.
7. Do not leave out any question, particularly if it is a compulsory question. You will be denying yourself that set of marks straightway. A partial attempt will at least fetch you partial marks.