CBSE Board question papers are mainly based on the learning outcomes expected and the specific objectives . CBSE is paying attention to competency based assessment to test the real understanding of the learners and discourage the rote-learning.
Tips to be followed while answering the board exam.
Filling of OMR:
- Fill the OMR carefully without any errors. Pay extra attention while writing Roll. Number. Shade the bubbles neatly.
- Mention the ‘ SET’ number in the answer script without fail.
- Ensure that you mention in the supplementary sheet column, if taken.
- Sign in the candidate signature column, in the same way signed in hall ticket.
Reading the Question Paper:
- Utilize the first 15 minutes, to read the question paper thoroughly . Do not spend time worrying about unknown/ difficult questions
- Identify the difficult questions for you and mind map the easy questions which can be attempted at first.
- Check the total number of questions in each section.
- Make note of the optional questions with respect to internal choice and overall choices.
- Pay attention to the different sections and register in your mind regarding the word limit and marks allotted for each question.
Writing Examination:
- Before attempting, check whether all the pages in the answer booklet provided is intact and has designated number of pages.
- Always ensure that, you mention the section before writing answers. Do not mix up the sections.
- Attempting the questions as per the question paper order is always safer and comforts the evaluator at the time of evaluation and avoids confusions.
- Pay attention to the presentation. Handwriting must be legible, avoid spelling errors.
- Descriptive questions must be answered in points only. Underline the key words and subheadings to grab the attention of the evaluators. Organize the points from very important to generalized points. See to the word limit and answer, do not cover pages, instead concentrate on quality answers.
- In case of 5 mark questions, start with a introduction line and then with the content with give sub headings and give sufficient points to each sub points, add a conclusion at last.
- In case any question is challenging , do not spend time thinking on it, instead continue answering other questions. Such difficult and tricky questions can be attempted at last .
- Include diagrams, flow charts wherever required , which helps in scoring.
- Mathematics, use specific space towards the right hand side of the answerscript, for the calculations .
- Do not use corrector pen in the answer script. Ensure that answer scripts looks neat without any scribbling/ unnecessary striking the answers.
- All subjects should save atleast 15-20 minutes at last, to check your answers, to ensure whether all questions are attended, any errors in numbering or mentioning questions etc.
FAQs:
1. What should I do if make errors while filling the details of the student in the OMR?
Bring to the notice of the invigilator, so that they will guide you and this will be informed to the centre superintendent . They will rectify it at the end.
2. Can I take supplemtary sheet for writing?
Yes, supplementary sheets can be taken only in case required. Usually sufficient pages will be given in the booklet to answer. Rarely few students take supplemtary sheets. In such case ensure that you mention your supplementary sheet booklet number in your attendance sheet without fail.
3. Does students require to write more, to score marks?
Students should concentrate on qualitative aspects rather than quantity. Follow the instructions given by subject teachers and so not spend too much of time filling the pages. Answer the questions as per the word / sentence limit, but see to that your answers are structured and organised .
Conclusion:
Students should have necessary practice in all the subjects by attempting the model question papers releases by CBSE. Pre-Boards will help children to learn better time management and confidence. Get the feedback from subject teachers regarding pre-boards and inculcate those suggestions to perform better in your Board – Examination . Revised the difficult chapters often for better tension of learnt matter. Students should be smart enough to deal with competency based questions by critical thinking and analysing given questions. Avoid rote learning, instead understand the content with respect to application level. Learn the habit of making crisp notes for the lessons, which helps in quick revision during examination.
