Before the exam
· Check the time and place for the exam.
· Do not cram at the last minute.
· Put your equipment in a clear plastic bag the night before.
· Get a good night's sleep.
· Eat before the exam but not junk food.
· Avoid people who make you feel nervous.
· Stay calm and confident. Breathe deeply.
· Don't forget your equipment.
· Be early for the exam.
In the exam
· Stay calm. Relax. Stay focused.
· Have confidence in yourself.
· Answer the easy questions first.
· Do not spend too long on each question. If you have extra time at the end return to the question.
· Do not use twink, pencil or red pen.
· Cross out mistakes with a single line.
· Use diagrams to support your answer. Label clearly.
· Read questions twice. Circle key terms.
· Do not bulk up an answer. Keep to the point!
· Proof read answers. Ask yourself – Have I written a complete answer? Have I answered the question that was asked?
· Match the length of your answer to the space provided.
· Watch out for plurals in questions. For example, 'Name features of graphs' means that you are required to write at least two features.
· Label extra pages clearly and attach them to your exam booklet.
Best Of Luck
