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    What are the rules of descriptive essay

    by Powell February 16, 2023
    by Powell February 16, 2023

    A descriptive essay is an essay that utilizes vivid language to describe a person, place, or thing. It’s the type of essay that gives readers the ability to use their…

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    3 Effective note-taking strategies for test-taking

    by Powell February 15, 2023
    by Powell February 15, 2023

    Note-taking is an important skill that can improve test results and help students build knowledge. Many tests require students to remember large amounts of material, so it’s important to be…

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    The Importance of Staying Hydrated During Test-taking

    by Powell February 15, 2023
    by Powell February 15, 2023

    Students should stay hydrated when taking tests. Dehydration can cause several issues ranging from headaches and dizziness to fatigue and difficulty concentrating. When you are dehydrated, the body does not…

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    The power of positive self-talk and visualization in test taking

    by Powell February 14, 2023
    by Powell February 14, 2023

    Everyone struggles with test taking in one form or another. Whether it’s a standardized test, an exam, an interview, or anything else that requires you to answer questions under pressure,…

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    5 Best Tips for Understanding and Managing Test-taking Procrastination

    by Powell February 14, 2023
    by Powell February 14, 2023

    When it comes to test-taking procrastination, the main challenge is understanding why it happens and what can be done to manage it. Here are some tips to help you understand…

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    How to use spaced repetition for long-term retention

    by Powell February 14, 2023
    by Powell February 14, 2023

    Spaced repetition is an effective technique for improving long-term retention of knowledge. It works by spacing out the intervals at which a learner reviews material that they have previously studied…

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    Is Getting Enough Sleep before an exam essential or not?

    by Powell February 14, 2023
    by Powell February 14, 2023

    How can I get enough sleep during an exam? Getting enough sleep can be difficult during an exam period when you have to balance studying and ensure your body gets…

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     The impact of sleep on test performance and how to improve it

    by Powell February 10, 2023
    by Powell February 10, 2023

    It’s no secret that when you don’t get enough sleep, your performance on tests can suffer. But what you may not know is how exactly sleep affects test performance and…

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    How to Use Mnemonic Devices for Test Preparation

    by Powell February 8, 2023
    by Powell February 8, 2023

    A mnemonic device, or memory device, is any learning technique that aids information retention or retrieval in the human memory for better understanding.  Alliteration mnemonics occurs when words close to one…

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    3 main characteristics of a good summary

    by Powell March 16, 2022
    by Powell March 16, 2022

    A good summary has three basic characteristics: conciseness, accuracy, and objectivity. Accuracy is one of the main characteristics you should remember when writing a summary to ensure that your text is correct…

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    How many sentences are in a short summary?

    by Powell March 16, 2022
    by Powell March 16, 2022

    A summary paragraph is usually around five to eight sentences. Writing a two to three-sentence summary is a difficult task. A summary needs to be accurate and concise. A summary text…

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    How many paragraphs should be in a summary?

    by Powell March 16, 2022
    by Powell March 16, 2022

    Keep your summary clean and to the point. To do this Eliminate redundancies or repetitive text to keep your paragraph clear and concise. A summary is written in your own…

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    7 best Steps of writing a Good summary

    by Powell March 16, 2022
    by Powell March 16, 2022

    steps on how to write a good summary. Must read Read the text twice. Break the text down into sections. … Identify the key points in each section. … Organize…

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    How to Study for your Social Studies Exam

    by Powell April 9, 2022
    by Powell April 9, 2022

    Ask your teacher for a study guide Form a study group. If you have friends in your class, ask them to help you study the course material. Quiz yourself often.…

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    Important Tips To Remember For Social Studies Essay Questions

    by Powell May 27, 2021
    by Powell May 27, 2021

    Often time students have suggested the answer for Eg. list three strategies ” ” …… but doesn’t state why the points suggested are more likely to be successful and that…

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    Techniques to Improve Your Study Habits And Retain The Information

    by Powell May 24, 2021
    by Powell May 24, 2021

    Organize notes. … Find a good studying spot. Preferably somewhere that is quiet to avoid distraction. This is important.    Stay Away From Your Phone. Distractions also include avoiding your phone. Turn off…

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    How To Improve Your Maths Grades

    by Powell May 24, 2021
    by Powell May 24, 2021

    When you’re learning math, practice is the best way to remember the concepts you’ve been taught. Also engage in class, ask questions, and try working together with other students. Ask Questions…

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    Important Tips Before An exams You should know

    by Powell May 15, 2021
    by Powell May 15, 2021

    Practicing past paper questions is essential you get a better understanding of how the questions are structured you should also try to Remember the Content Taught by your teacher for…

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    Social Studies Exam Guideline

    by Powell May 12, 2021
    by Powell May 12, 2021

    Multiple choice (60 questions) Paper 2 consists of An essay paper made up of 10 questions in three sections.You must answer five questions. Section A – This section consists of three questions. You must answer two questions. Each question is divided into…

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    KEY TERMS TO REMEMBER FOR YOUR CSEC SOCIAL STUDIES EXAM

    by Powell January 19, 2022
    by Powell January 19, 2022

    Here is a list of several terms you should know for your Csec Social Studies Exams for both papers. These terms frequently appear on exam papers. Rehearsing them will allow…

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    How To Write A Scoring Rubric For Plan Of Investigation For Your English SBA

    by Powell February 19, 2022
    by Powell February 19, 2022

    NOTE: This is a sample/Guide and should NOT be copied and submitted as your own work Title of topic : The negative effects of dancehall music on high school students.…

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    Tips on how to balance chemical equation

    by Powell May 9, 2021
    by Powell May 9, 2021

    Make a note of elements on the reactants side and products side. Count the number of elements on each side. Start by balancing one element at a time. Finally check…

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    Mathematics Exam guideline

    by Powell May 8, 2021
    by Powell May 8, 2021

    The mathematics paper 1 The Paper will consist of 60 multiple-choice items, sampling the Core Sections No. of itemsComputation 6Number Theory 4Consumer Arithmetic 8Sets 4Measurement 8Statistics 6Algebra 9Relations, Functions and…

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    How To Revise For An Exam

    by Powell May 6, 2021
    by Powell May 6, 2021

    Minimize what you have to revise(create a flashcard with information or write down the most important notes, use a highlighter for topics or subtopics and words or meanings to make…

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    How to prepare For An Exams

    by Powell May 6, 2021
    by Powell May 6, 2021

    Plan before you start (create a chart with each subject, with the days and time you will study each Divide time between subjects (balance is key, you do not want…

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    12 Most Helpful Test Taking Strategies And Tips

    by Powell December 13, 2020
    by Powell December 13, 2020

    Test-taking can be quite hard, especially if you never truly learned to prepare. Whether you are a student or a professional you can still have difficulties taking tests. We are…

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    Objective Summary

    by Powell November 18, 2020
    by Powell November 18, 2020

    An objective summary is a summary that does not include any opinions or judgments about what is written in the text. Instead, it only includes information that comes from the text. Writing objective summaries can help you understand…

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    Steps in writing a Good summary

    by Powell April 30, 2021
    by Powell April 30, 2021

    When writing a summary, remember that it should be in the form of a paragraph. A summary begins with an introductory sentence that states the text’s title, author and main point of the text as…

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    Exam Preparation

    by Powell March 23, 2020
    by Powell March 23, 2020

    Attend all classes Take organized and clear notes Ask questions to help you fully understand a subject Make a study group with students who have a better understanding of a…

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    Tips on how to Prepare for Your Maths CXC Exams

    by Powell March 16, 2020
    by Powell March 16, 2020

    Mathematics is unlike any other subject. All other subjects must be studied and crammed and read over to pass; math must be worked and reworked to achieve excellence. Meaning, passing…

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    Tips on How to Write a Formal Letter and Informal Letter

    by Powell March 7, 2020
    by Powell March 7, 2020

    In English, there are a number of conventions that should be used when writing a formal or business letter. Furthermore, try to write as simply and as clearly as possible,…

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    5 Main Things You Should NOT Include in Your Summary Writing

    by Dylan L March 7, 2020
    by Dylan L March 7, 2020

    1. Avoid details not Included in The Expository Text An expository text will focus on explaining and describing the plot of the story. It is deliberate and concise. Details not included in…

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    9 Tips to Remember When Summarizing a Passage

    by Powell March 8, 2020
    by Powell March 8, 2020

    Shorten the text in such a way that all facts are in the summary. Leave out examples, evaluations, and interpretations. Skim the text. You should know what is the main content of it. Read…

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    10 Ways To Overcome Nervousness Before an Exam

    by Powell April 28, 2021
    by Powell April 28, 2021

    1. Start revising early: It is suggested to start revision two days before the exam and a night before the exam should be kept for relaxation and students should try to meditate…

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