(This article was first published in Toto Magazine on October 12, 2022)
Science
Interpret The Diagram Very Well
If the question says: point an arrow to show a specific area, the arrow should point to the part, not away from it. If they give you a diagram and they ask: which part does the exchange of gases take place in the respiratory system? You do not name the part, but you use the letter that has been placed there. If they have used letter A, you can say; the gaseous exchange takes place in the part labelled A.
Give Short And Precise Answers
For example: Why should you wash your hands before eating food and after visiting the toilet? The correct answer is: We wash our hands to remove germs. Do not repeat: we should wash our hands before eating food and after visiting the toilet to remove germs.
Read The Question Twice
Before you write an answer, first think about it. If you come across a challenging question, first leave it and proceed to the next one. As you answer other questions, you will be able to recall the answer that had defeated you and you write it there.
Use Scientific Terms Instead Of English Ones
When they ask: Why do some objects float on water? They will give you an experiment with a water basin and the ball. When they place the ball on the water, it remains on top. While answering the question, the learner should make sure that they use the correct science concept. Some pupils write: it is less dense, it is less denser and others bring in English by writing: It is lighter. But the correct answer is: It is less dense because we are looking at the differences in density.
Read Through Your Answers
After the learner has answered all the questions, they should remember to read through and make sure that they have not forgotten anything or wrongly misspelt the words
Christine Naddamba, Namugongo Girls’ Boarding Primary School, Wakiso
How Candidates Are Preparing For PLE
Lillian Apili Odit
I take part in prayers with the liturgy department so that the Almighty God can help me to have success in the examinations.
Grace Viera Alonyo
I have a personal revision timetable, which helps me to balance the subjects. I also carry out research in the school library and contact my fellow candidates in areas where I have challenges.
Consulate P. Lamara
I take part in discussion groups. On weekends, I do the Bukedde Pass P.L.E papers with my friends. This enables me to learn various ways of answering questions.
Ritah S. Nyiramahoro
I have regular meals and enough sleep. This helps me to keep alert and concentrate. I also exercise to refresh my mind
