Q&A for How to Pass Final Exams

Try writing out your notes in your own words. This can help you better understand the material. Also, if you can, avoid studying for multiple challenging exams in one day. Instead, spread out your study time so you don't feel as overwhelmed.

Study groups with friends or classmates can be very helpful study tools and help you stay motivated.

Believe that you will do well. Imagine yourself completing the exam and getting a good score.

Avoid studying past 10 or 11 pm. If you stay up any later, you will be too tired the next morning and not remember anything. Avoid drinking caffeine to stay awake, as this may cause you to "crash."

Set goals for yourself to finish by a certain time. Don't rush. Take your time and know when you have done a real work as opposed to just messing around.

Absolutely! That is plenty of time to study hard and build your confidence for your exam

There is no shortcut or easy way to pass your exams. You have to study, work hard, and concentrate.

The key to a successful test is mastering the material. Aside from that, time management is very important. Make sure to answer the questions you know first, since it will later give you enough time to think the answers to the questions you find difficult to answer. Be sure to get a good night's sleep before, and have a good breakfast.

If possible, do your homework at school.

Make a plan to start studying sooner. Set aside a bit of time each day for each subject.

Cheating is a very unethical means of achieving success on a test. The chances are very high that you will get caught and will risk serious consequences like suspension or expulsion. Even if you do not get caught, cheating will catch up with you. You'll never learn the material and you'll always be falling behind. You can't cheat on every test for the whole year.

In a way, yes. Many people find lavender to be calming and relaxing; it is easier to study with a relaxed mind than with a stressed mind. Some people also find that if they bring that same aroma with them to their exam, they will have an easier time recalling what they have learned.

Of course you can, and it's a good idea too. Studies have shown that if you chew gum while studying, and then if you chew that same flavor gum during the exam, you will remember the material a lot better!

Read more English. Good sources for reading include: newspapers, books, magazines, etc. of the English language. You could also try watching shows or movies in English, or listening to English music. All of these techniques can improve your foreign language skills.

The simple answer is no. You cannot improve your grades or pass exams without making the effort to study the material.

Normally, you will need 8-10 hours of sleep at night if you are a child or teenager, 7-9 hours if you are an adult. You can take a nap during the daytime if you are tired, but no longer than 30 minutes or you may have trouble falling asleep at night.

The answer depends on the exam and on your knowledge of the subject. Ask your teacher for his or her input.

Yes, that's plenty of time to go from a B to an A. Just make sure not to lose confidence before the exams.

Yes, of course. Studying alone works well for most people because it is easier to concentrate without the distraction of having other people around.

Any time where you are the most alert is the best time. Try to study for at least 2 hours, and take small breaks if necessary.

Ask your teacher, who should be able to help out. Your parents, older sibling, or other trusted adult may be able to help explain the concept in a manner you can understand. There are also tutoring websites in which students can pose questions.

Try to understand how to solve maths sums by referring to your textbook, a study guide, or notes. Preferably, that should be done at least a few to many days before an exam. Moreover, you should pay attention in class and ask the teacher if there is something you don't understand.

It is wrong to cheat in exams because you do not truly learn the material - you just learn how to copy answers. It allows you to get a grade that you did not truly earn through hard work. Also, you can face severe consequences from cheating, like detention or even expulsion.

Refer to important guides, check the main points in the textbook, check the previous year's sample paper, and make your own test papers.

You'll likely experience fatigue, forgetfulness, confusion, and lack concentration and organization. You might also get headaches. Start changing this habit now, as it will catch up to you in the future. Start going to bed earlier in 15 minute increments each night until you're getting a full eight hours of sleep.

Prioritize your studying. A great tip is to give yourself 20 minutes a day to study for an exam. If you really don't have any time, you can take that 20 minutes away from your sleep. However, if you are doing last minute studying, then you should do your studying FIRST and then do your homework. This way you get the studying out of the way.

Study groups aren't for everyone. Personally I find group discussions to be distracting, so I prefer solitude while studying. I would recommend grabbing a caffeinated drink and finding a quiet spot to study on your own.

When you're done with your extracurricular activities. Maybe 6:00 or 6:30.

Yes, that should give you more than enough information to prepare for the exams. The questions are unlikely to go back further than that.

You can ease nerves by getting to the exam venue early and taking some time to relax, de-stress and think positive thoughts before you go into the exam hall. Tell yourself "I've studied hard. I've got this. I'll do my best!".