Being a Student

Do School Subjects quiz

1) We learned about the Romans in the … lesson.

a) German b) History

c) Biology d) Art

2) We painted flowers in the … lesson.

a) Art b) Chemistry

c) History d) French

3) He scored a goal in the … lesson.

a) Geography b) Art

c) Physics d) Sports

4) He learned about foxes in the … lesson.

a) German b) Biology

c) Chemistry d) Sports

5) My brother learns … because he wants to study in Paris.

a) Spanish b) English

c) Italian d) French

6) The children sang beautifully in the … lesson.

a) Biology b) Chemistry

c) Music d) Art

7) We learned about Moses in the … lesson.

a) German b) Religious Education

c) Biology d) Music

8) We read about plants in the … lesson.

a) Physics b) Biology

c) Chemistry d) Art

9) He hurt his leg in the … lesson.

a) Sports b) Religious Education

c) History d) Spanish

10) We saw a film about Napoleon in the … lesson.

a) Geography b) Music

c) History d) Biology

Read the text. Match choices (A–G) to (1–6). There is one extra choice.

SCHOOL LIFE IN GREAT BRITAIN: PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

My Personal Experience About School Life in Britain

(1) ___________________

At present I am studying History, English Literature, Sociology and General Studies at A level. I enjoy all my A levels but find Sociology particularly interesting and challenging. This is because I enjoy reading and writing essays as well as debating issues. My History course involves two European topics: Nazi Germany and Mussolini and Fascist Italy. I find these topics give a very interesting insight into modern history. I am also looking forward to working on my personal study in History; I hope to base it on an aspect of Nazi Germany. In English Literature I have been studying Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, Tess of the d’Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy and Paradise Lost by John Milton. I have found all three texts interesting so far.

(2) ___________________

I have found that the style of study at A level is very different to my GCSE courses, and the more in-depth detail and discussions make A levels much more enjoyable. The skill of critical analysis developed in my A level subjects has been very useful in writing essays and studying sources. I have learnt how to carry out research using primary sources and how to construct an argument based on evidence.

(3) ___________________

Because of my love of History I hope to do a History degree at University. My other subjects have allowed me to develop a structured and discursive style of writing which I find extremely useful in my History studies. I also depend on the personal skills learnt to work on my own, only seeking the teacher’s guidance and direction occasionally.

(4) ___________________

At the end of year ten I spent one week’s work experience at the school of History at Birmingham University. It was the most interesting, educational and enjoyable week. I did word processing and general administrative work. I particularly enjoyed sending and receiving e-mail. During the week, I discovered that I enjoyed working with people and got a great deal of satisfaction in meeting deadlines and working under pressure. I got on with others extremely well and made good friends with the people I worked with.

(5) ___________________

As well as my Sixth Form studies, I play an active part in organizing events to raise money for charity. The most recent was a Talent Contest. I play an active part in college life, and regularly perform in concerts and revues.

(6) ___________________

As a hobby, I enjoy both playing and listening to music. I have studied the clarinet but at present I play bass guitar. I have been in a band with friends for about eighteen months now, and we have played a number of gigs at the ‘Songwriter’s cafe’, a free venue for the public every Sunday. I am also an avid CD and vinyl collector, preferring all types of sixties’ and seventies’ music. I also enjoy reading music biographies on past bands and books on subcultures of the sixties. I enjoy going out and spending time with friends.

I also enjoy traveling. My previous trips have been to Ireland, the United States, Turkey and all over Europe. Through this, I have learnt about other cultures and ways of life — something which interests me greatly.

I enjoy sports a lot and love to watch football and cricket and regularly go swimming to keep fit. I enjoy Sixth Form life very much and consider myself well-suited to the way of learning at Sixth Form level. I very much hope to go to university and enjoy university life as much as I have enjoyed my A levels.

A It’s so exciting to face new things and new people.

B Only A level will lead to success.

C Everything is getting better.

D My previous experience let me be independent in studying.

E Dreams come true! And now I’m just enjoying my studying.

F My spare time involves many interesting things as any minute shouldn’t be wasted I believe.

G Not only studying is in my life.

Read the text below. Match choices (A—H) to (1—6). There are two choices you do not need to use.

6 TIPS TO BEAT FINAL EXAM STRESS

Have you ever seen a stress-free high-school student? Stress is a huge part of a school leaver’s experience, and it’s something we all have to deal with in life. We don’t, however, have to let it get the best of us.

This may come as a shock, but stress DOES NOT have to take over your life, no matter how many finals you have. You can still do well on your tests without wanting to die for an entire week.

Here are 6 top tips for keeping stress at a minimum during your exams.

1) _________

Stress actually is contagious. During exam period, resist the urge to have a study session with your super-tense friend, especially if he/she’s complaining about all the work he/she has to do and breaking pencils all over the place. His/her stress will only add to your stress.

2) __________

This seems like a no-brainer, but it’s a wonder how many people forget it. Skip the sugar, which will make you crash, and go for snacks like granola bars, healthy cereal or fruits and veggies to keep your blood sugar stable. If you’re studying for a long period of time, eat some protein, too. Also, try to get some form of exercise. Even a 10-minute walk will leave you calmer and more focused.

3) ________

What you need is to say no to the people who want to take up your time. There will probably be a friend who needs to talk to you for hours about life, or a party the night before your final, and if you say yes, you’ll probably be tempted to blow off studying. Resist the urge. Say no to the distractions and be selfish for a day. You want a good result, right?

4) _________

For every hour or so that you work, take a 10 or 15-minute break. Let yourself do whatever you want (check Facebook, check out that guy sitting nearby, stare off into space, call a friend, etc.) for those 10—15 mins, then start working again. This gives your brain a little rest and will help keep you more focused when you are actually doing work.

5) __________

This is actually my favourite tip of all, even though it sounds kind of nuts. Imagine yourself taking the test and feeling confident that you know all the information. Picture getting all of the answers right, and focus on how relaxed you feel. Then picture the A on your test paper. When you imagine a happy ending, that’s often what happens, because you make the decisions that lead to it without even realizing.

6) _________

When test-time rolls around, it’s time to get yourself into confidence mode. You’ve prepared as much as you could, and now it’s time to ace the test. The tip here is to do whatever works to convince yourself you are going to do really well. Again, I know this tip sounds a little crazy but you just have to try it for yourself. I think you’ll like the results.

A. Take some deep breathing exercises.

B. Force yourself to take breaks.

C. If you’ve studied all you can, get up your confidence!

D. Just say NO.

E. Eat healthy and exercise.

F. Ask for help.

G. Avoid stressful people.

H. Visualize it all going right.