Few Days Before The Exam

Extra care before exam...

• 1. Take a day off from studying. And Plan something fun to do as a reward for all the effort you have put into getting ready :

  Avoid cramming more and more study materials, instead refresh yourself. Call friends to make plans for the leaves after the exam is over. Watch a good movie or shop at a favorite store. In short, do something appealing that you had put off during the previous weeks of preparation and treat yourself with something special.

• 2. Watch your caffeine intake :

  Nothing drives you more anxious than not being able to fall asleep the night before an exam, so avoid beverages like coffee, tea, or colas unless they are decaffeinated.

• 3. Try to relax with physically tiring activities like swimming, jogging, or biking so that you will feel tired enough to sleep :

  A warm shower or bath close to bedtime will also help relax you. Unless you know exactly how it will affect you the next day, avoid taking any sleeping medications because they may leave you feeling groggy.

• 4. Last Minute Revision :

  Although time may be short, you can still make a difference to your grade by doing last minute revision properly. Use your revision tools (prompts, diagrams etc) to check final facts. Keep calm and consolidate your existing knowledge rather than trying to learn new topics. Don’t stay up all night revising; being overtired will not help you to do your best..

• 5. Dealing with exam nerves :

  It is natural to feel nervous before an examination. The more prepared you are, the easier it is to conquer your fears. Think positive. Allow yourself some fun-time to relax. Eat sensibly – your brain cells need energy to function well. Make sure you drink plenty of water to avoid becoming dehydrated. Dehydration makes you tired and reduces concentration.

• 6. Be Ready :

  Lay out everything you will need the night before your exam. You won't be stressed out in locating your lucky shirt or the test permit on the exam morning.