Revision

Flashcards can be very useful revision tools. They help you to move information from your short-term, to your long-term memory. This handy guide will take you through the process step-by-step. 

Picture the scene: You've revised like a mad thing, you know everything there is to know about your subject, you have several pens, a pencil, ruler etc. in your beautiful clear pencil case, your phone is safely switched off and nestled in your bag. You sit down, take a sip of water, open your exam paper and... nothing... you are blank. This guide takes you through what to do in this situation, calmly and with frogs.  

Like essay writing, essay-style exam answers require planning too. This guide will help you to get into the habit of planning your answers quickly, so that you are using your time most effectively during an exam. 

Are you being asked to analyse, define or discuss? Use this handy guide to help you to distinguish between the most common 'command' words used in essay and exam questions.