Night Before
- ☑ Review top 5 Python patterns (no new material)
- ☑ Pack HKID, admission slip, stationery
- ☑ Charge any electronic devices needed
- ☑ Set two alarms
- ☑ Eat a normal dinner (no new foods)
- ☑ Sleep by 10:30pm minimum
Morning Of
- ☑ Eat familiar breakfast — carbs + protein
- ☑ Stay hydrated but don't over-drink
- ☑ Leave home 30 minutes earlier than needed
- ☑ Avoid studying in transit — rest your brain
- ☑ Arrive at centre 20 minutes early
Before the Exam Starts
- ☑ Visit washroom
- ☑ Place stationery on desk
- ☑ Deep breath × 5
- ☑ Remind yourself: you've prepared
During the Exam
First 5 minutes
- ☑ Read instructions carefully
- ☑ Scan all questions (MCQ + coding)
- ☑ Identify easy questions to do first
Active exam
- ☑ Write clearly (examiners must read it)
- ☑ Indent consistently (4 spaces)
- ☑ Double-check variable names match the question
- ☑ Trace through code with sample inputs
- ☑ Skip and return to stuck questions
- ☑ Attempt every part — blank = zero marks
Last 10 minutes
- ☑ Review flagged MCQ
- ☑ Check coding output format
- ☑ Verify no missing colons or indentation issues
What NOT to Do
- Don't compare with classmates
- Don't obsess over one difficult question
- Don't change answers without good reason
- Don't leave early — use every minute
After the Exam
- Don't discuss answers with friends — it doesn't help now
- Focus on your next paper
- Eat, rest, continue studying for remaining subjects
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