know your exams
[1] check the spec
[1] check the spec
Look at the specification
Know what you will be tested on in each paper
Look at the types of questions that will come up
[2] DO practice questions
[2] DO practice questions
As many as you can
(LINK HERE - where to find them)
Use a mark scheme
Make corrections and do them again
[3] know how to score marks
[3] know how to score marks
For example
In Maths & Science - show your working
In Histiory - use dates and specific examples
In Science - check the units
In English check your SPaG
[4] avoid mistakes
[4] avoid mistakes
Check the slide on the right... it has lots of useful information about how to avoid simple mistakes in your exams....
[6] ESSAY SKILLS
[6] ESSAY SKILLS
Take time to plan your answer
Write well to get maximum marks - think SPaG
Answer the question!
Use proper English (not informal words)
Link phrases togther with "however..." "therefore..." "so that..." "alternatively..." "this suggests..." "furthermore..."