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 EXAM & TEST TIPS
 
     

1. Make notes on the examination or test paper as you go through the questions.
2. Read the instructions given at the beginning of the paper carefully. For example check if you are you required to answer all questions, are there any compulsory questions?
3. Read all questions before answering and note how many marks are allocated to each question. The marks indicate how long to spend on answering the question. Surely you cannot spend a lot of time on a question with the least marks.
4. Mark key words as you review the questions.
5. Take note of the different parts of the question, so that you remember to attempt all of them.
6. Jot down notes alongside each question as you read it for the first time.
7. Always start with the easiest question. This gives you confidence. However be careful not to spend a lot of time on it. This is a mistake most students make. 
8. Before you start answering the question, make sure you understand it. If it is not an examination you may ask the lecturer for clarification where you do not understand.
9. Starting to answer a question? Jot down any additional points and ideas and number them in the order that you intend to use them.
10. Make it your duty to explain everything thoroughly. The person reading your paper may not know anything about the subject you are tackling.
11. Exams are meant to test your understanding of a subject matter and you should therefore substantiate your ideas with facts and logic
12. Answer the question directly and forcefully in the first sentence and include some of the words in the question to keep you focused.
13. Remember what we said about developing paragraphs. Include only one main idea per paragraph and follow it with supporting facts or evidence. This idea should be stated in a clear and precise manner.

14. Remember to use transition words to give continuity, connectivity and flow to your essay.
15. Remember to conclude your essay with a summary, own view or opinion or recommendation
16. Do not forget the ideas of your lecturer, those he always stressed during the semester, incorporate them into your answer.

17. Be neat, you will loose marks if you present careless work.
18. Proof read your work.
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