CBSE Class 7 Exam Preparation Tips

The examination is conducted at the end of every grade to

check a student’s ability and knowledge. For most students,
examinations are a nightmare! But most students fail to
understand that having a strong academic background can
open many doors. Having a strong foundation is necessary as it
determines the strength of the building.
Exam jitters are common, but there is nothing to worry about!
Planning your studies will not only help you to crack your final
examinations but also helps you to pass them with flying colors.
With determination, discipline, and hard work breezing through
exams is easy.
With these preparation tips, pursuing academic excellence is
just a step away!
1. Have a study plan
Formulating a study plan is very important. Use a calendar and
mark all the important dates.
 Mark all the key dates from the exam timetable
 Every week, fix the Sunday to formulate a weekly plan
 Also highlight the dates when you have other
commitments (like extracurricular activity or family
outings)
It seems that the planning process is time-consuming, but all it
takes is 15 minutes every week. It is a wise investment of time
as for the rest of the week, you will be productive. More
importantly, always stick to the study plan. Over time it helps to
get disciplined.
2. Avoid Cramming
Many students have this habit of studying at the last moment
by waking up all night just before the day of an exam! By
studying like this, the information gets stored in short-term
memory which can be easily forgotten. Reading regularly makes
it easy to remember a concept as it gets stored in long-term
memory.
You can never forget important concepts, formulae, or
equations by periodically revising a concept with optimal
reviews.
 Day 1- Learn a new concept/lesson
 Day 3- First revision
 Day 7- Second Revision
 Day 21- Third Revision
 Day 30- Fourth Revision
 Day 45- Fifth Revision
 Day 60- Sixth Revision
At the end of this cycle, the information gets stored in your
long-term memory and it is easy to recall the information
whenever needed.
3. Have a designated study area
Having a designated study area is very important to make your
study session fruitful. Avoid all possible distractions.
 Have a clutter-free study area/table
 Study for 25 minutes and take a break of 5 minutes and
resume studying for 25 minutes
 Inform your family members about your study timing so
that they won’t interrupt you.
 Whenever you take a break, go for a small walk or eat a
healthy snack but avoid watching TV.
Whenever you are studying, do not attempt to multitask as it
reduces your productivity. Many students have this habit of
studying and eating. Do not do two things at a time.
4. Study techniques
There are many tried and tested study techniques that help in
better understanding and better remembrance of a concept.
 Pomodoro technique
It is a time management technique using a timer to break down
into intervals. Use a timer to set the study timings. Traditionally
this technique involves studying for 25 minutes, followed by a
short break of 5 minutes then resuming the study for 25
minutes with 5 minutes of break. This study technique has been
proven to improve mental agility.
  Mnemonic technique
This is a study technique that helps to retain information in
human memory. This technique helps to retain information in a
form that the brain can retain better than the original form.
There are few well-known examples of mnemonic technique
 Remembering the colors of a rainbow as VIBGYOR
 The number of days in each month can be remembered by
numbering it on knuckles
5. Take care of yourself
Many students have a bad habit of skipping meals or end up
overeating when the exam nears. Few more complain that they
feel sleepy and exhausted as they change their usual routine to
study more. This affects the physical health of a student.
 Sleep for 8 hours
Ensure that you sleep for 8 hours as it gives sufficient rest to
your brain which helps to increase productivity.
 o Eat healthy
With good sleep, good food is also a necessity. Eat food that is
healthy and eat at regular intervals. Avoid intake of processed
and junk food and binge only on healthy food.
 o Exercise
Doing an exercise helps to enhance memory and thinking skills.
You can do physical exercise or do yoga. It helps to freshen your
mind
6. Video Learning
There are many advantages of e-learning. Many studies have
proven that video learning helps in better retention of concepts
in human memory. Studying can be more fun when with video
learning as it uses graphics and animation which helps you to
remember tough concepts easily. Byju’s the pioneer of e-
learning in India. Watch our video to know more, learning can
be fun!
7. Clear your doubts immediately
Many students wait until a week before the exam to clarify
their doubts, which leads to panic. Even if you feel that your
doubt is silly, clarify immediately. Even if you are shy to ask a
doubt in front of your classmates, approach your teacher after
class. Else you can call our dedicated mentors to clear your
doubt anytime.
8. Study when you are comfortable

Always study when you are comfortable. Many students are

early birds who are proactive in the morning and few students
are dark knights who like to study at night. Always study when
you are most active. Download Byju’s learning app, through
which you can study anytime-anywhere at your own pace.
9. Solve previous year’s papers
Your preparation can never be complete without solving
previous years’ papers. By solving question papers from
previous years, you can
*Get familiarized with the paper pattern
*Manage time
*Know your speed and accuracy
*Experience exam-like situation
*Know the level of your studies
10. During the exam
Just when the exam is around the corner, you must follow a
few tips which help you to perform better.
 o Night before the exam
The night before the exam, do a quick revision and do not study
anything new. Got to bed early as your body needs sufficient
rest for the D-day/p>

o Morning of the test

Do not skip breakfast on the day of your exam. Go to your
school early and do a power revision. Avoid talking to your
friends or classmates as it creates confusion while discussing.

o Test time
Before the test begins, make sure you have everything that is
needed for the test- Pencils, an eraser, a ruler, and a sharpener.
Keep everything handy and listen to the instructions given by
the invigilator.

o Time management
As soon as you get the question paper, do not right away start
writing. Glance through the entire question paper and read all
the questions. Start attempting the questions which you are
sure of, by doing so it helps you to build confidence and you
become less anxious.

o When stuck
While answering, there are chances that you get stuck in the
middle. Do not panic or get frustrated. Read the question again
and try to answer it. If you are still stuck, do not waste time on
that particular question and move on to the next. You can
attempt it once you complete the entire paper.

o Yay! I finished the paper

When you finish writing the last answer, do not be in a hurry to
get out of the exam hall. Revise all the answers to check
whether you have made any careless mistakes or skipped any
questions.
Follow these preparation tips to score well in your exams. All
the best!