USEFUL TIPS FOR EXAMINATION PREPARATIONS

Familiarisation

* Be familiar with the examination format - the time allocated for each section, the number of questions in each section, the types of questions, etc.
* Get acquainted with the kinds of topics covered in the different sections.
* Read the notes given in this book on the ways to prepare for the examination, the strategies to use when answering questions and the analysis of how candidates score in the examinations.

Preparation
Three months before the examination
* Attempt the model questions for Paper 1 (Listening) and Paper 3 (Reading)
* Check your answers
* Practise writing the summaries and essays for Paper 4 (Writing) in Model Tests given.
* Edit your summaries using the answer key as a guide.
* Ask a friend who is proficient in English to read and edit your essays.
* Practise the tasks in Paper 2 (Speaking) with a friend /groups of friends who are willing to work with you.
* Try to adhere to the time allotted for each of the questions.
One week before the examination
* Make sure you have attempted every type of question given in the MUET Tests.
* Re-attempt the questions which you may not have performed well.

One day before the examination
* Check to make sure you remember the examination format.
* Read again the notes given on these strategies to use when answering questions.
* Sleep early so that you are well rested on the day of the examination.

On the day of the examination
* Glance through one of the Model Test papers you have attempted.
* Make sure you have all the stationery that you may need - 2B pencils, sharpener, eraser, ballpoint pens (preferably black) stapler with stapler with staples and ruler.
* Eat a good breakfast so that you have the energy to sit through the whole exam.
* Compose yourself, be calm and try not to panic.


Well, this tips could also be useful for any examinations that you are attempting!