on the day

On the dayWhat to do on exam day

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Arrive with a few minutes to spareYou don't want to rush in out of breath, nor do you want to

stand around so long that you start to worry.

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In reading time• Do some quick sums in your head -

how much time is there?• Note how much time you will allocate

to each question or type of question.• Base this on 'marks per minute' - so

you need to pay attention to the scoring guide.

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In reading timeRead and re-read the questions - make sure you understand exactly what you have to do (see task analysis)

• Resist the temptation to spend too much time on one question.

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In Writing TimeQuickly note the questions you will answer, the time allotted and make brief, dot point plans. Write down any key words and formulae while you are fresh.Allow time at the end to check details like decimal points, formulae, quotes to ensure you maximise your marks.

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Take care of yourself in the exam

1. Take a moment between sections to put your pen down and do some stretches in your seat.

2. If you feel stressed, try to clear your mind briefly. A quick grounding exercise can refresh you and get you back on track. Find some grounding exercises here.

After the exam, concentrate on what went well, not the tough

parts. After all, you can't change it now. Later, when you get your results, it may be worth making note of what you handled well,

and what you might handle differently next time.