You are worried about an exam?

Answer 1

Some students do worry about exams at this time of year just before they start. I would say as long as you have done the best you can in your course work then that's what matters. An exam is just a way of you putting that knowledge down on a piece of paper to be marked. It can be nerve wracking at first but don't worry because once you start to read the questions it will all start coming back to you. Exams are carried out under strict rules but it should not feel intimidating. Just remember to bring your writing equipment with you including a black ink pen. You should not bring your mobile, iPod, mp3 or any other instrument capable of recording into the exam room. You can't talk to friends once you enter but if you need to ask a question put your hand up and an invigilator will attend to you. The time allowed and any information about the exam will be explained before you start. If you are worried because you have not done all your work for whatever reason, then you should still try and answer the best you can. If you get stuck on one question then don't panic but just go on to the next one, you can always go back to it if you have time. If you don't understand the question at first then try reading it again, slower. Sometimes if you skip it and go to the next one it can prompt your memory on the one you skipped, so you can go back and answer it also. Whatever happens don't worry. It is only an exam. You can always do it again another time. If you don't get the grade you want or need for a university or job reason, it is not the end of the world ! You may just need to change your options or outlook to something a bit different. You may not have liked what you planned to do once you had started anyway. Many people realize this after all their hard work getting where they wanted then change their minds and do something completely out of character. Just do your best and sort out what you can do with what grades you got later.