CBSE board examiner Neelam Chauhan shares key last-minute CBSE Class 12 History tips, covering smart revision, answer-writing techniques, and strategies to avoid common mistakes.
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00:00Hello students, exams play a crucial role in the learning process of students.
00:19Exams are important for assessing academic success since they are essential to student's
00:24development.
00:25So, to achieve success and score more marks in history, I Neelam Chauhan, history teacher
00:32of Orchids, the international school is here to give you tips to maximize your marks.
00:40Common mistakes made by students.
00:41So students, now we are going to discuss the mistakes that students commonly make during
00:46attempting the exam.
00:49Not reading the questions properly.
00:51Students often misinterpret questions by skipping through them too quickly.
00:56It is essential to read each question carefully to fully understand what's being asked.
01:01This minimizes errors and helps in giving relevant answers.
01:05Second, forgets the question subparts.
01:09Many questions have multiple subparts that need individual attention.
01:14Missing of any of these parts result in incomplete answer and lose marks.
01:19Breaking down the question ensures all aspects are addressed.
01:24The third, poor time management.
01:27Managing time during exam is very crucial.
01:30Many students spend too long on certain questions and leave little time for rest.
01:36Practicing time mark test can help improve time allocation across all questions.
01:42Next, improper structuring of long answers.
01:46Long answers need a clear structure with an introduction, body, and conclusion.
01:52Proper structuring helps convey ideas logically, making it easier for examiners to follow and
01:59award marks.
02:01Next, lack of revision.
02:04Revising answers before submission allows students to catch incorrect mistakes, leaving
02:10time for a final review ensure clarity, accuracy, and completeness in their responses.
02:18Lack of map practice.
02:20History exams often require map scale, such as marking locations, regular map practices
02:26ensures accuracy in positioning and labeling, which is essential for full marks in these
02:32questions.
02:33For example, like historical sites of Harappa, Vijaynagar, British residencies, centers of
02:39revolt of 1857, and places of national movement.
02:45Lack of sample papers practice.
02:48Practicing with sample papers helps familiarize students with the exam format and question
02:53types.
02:54This practice boosts confidence and enhances understanding of frequently tested concepts.
03:00Next, not adhering to word limit.
03:04It is mostly seen that the students do not limit to the word limit.
03:10It is crucial for concise answers and effective time management.
03:14Writing too much wastes time, while writing too little may miss critical points.
03:19Now, points to remember before appearing in the exam.
03:24Proper fixing figures, including accurate facts, dates, statistics, and names adds credibility
03:31to answers, especially in subjects like history.
03:35Facts and figures show the depth of knowledge and improve answers quality.
03:39NCRT books are rightfully regarded as the best preparation for a serious exam.
03:45So, give the NCRT books a thorough reading.
03:48Read out loud as the possibility of retention increases manifold when we read loudly.
03:55Read question paper twice or thrice.
03:57Reading the question paper more than once helps students understand all questions fully.
04:04This ensures that they don't miss any details, allocate time wisely, and start with questions
04:09they are most confident about.
04:15Presentation
04:16Indeed, a well-organized presentation attracts examiners.
04:19With clear headings, subheadings, and bullet points, make answers easier to read and understand.
04:26Good presentation skills can positively impact an examiner's impression and enhance the overall score.
04:36Include relevant examples.
04:38Examples help illustrate key points, making answers more relatable and understandable.
04:44Relevant examples showcase understanding and provide context to theoretical answers, which
04:49can improve marks.
04:53Source-based questions
04:54Source-based questions can get tricky.
04:56Read the source twice or thrice.
04:59Answer the questions based on a wholesome understanding of the concept.
05:06Mind maps and timelines
05:07Draw mind maps and create timelines on your own.
05:11This enables us to remember the historical events and sequence of their occurrence easily.
05:19Practice mock tests
05:20Take mock tests regularly to improve your time management skill.
05:24Divide your time wisely when attempting the question paper so that no questions are left
05:29unanswered due to lack of time.
05:35Use of keywords and key points
05:37Highlighting keywords and structuring answers with key points helps make the main ideas
05:42stand out.
05:43Using subject-specific terminology and concise points can make the answer more impactful
05:49and scoring.
05:56In the end, stay calm and focused.
05:58Manage exam anxiety through relaxation techniques and positive self-talk.
06:02All the best for your exams!