As you can PROBABLY tell, from that strange title, I’m revising for my mock exams in January right now and it’s SHIT scary.
But I’m me, so my revision techniques are, um… Interesting. Usually, I’d read over the notes and that would be that, but a few months ago I realised that if I walked round my house whilst saying the stuff aloud, it worked. And THAT is why I still remember stuff about the Cuban Missile Crisis, not that I’m doing that one in the mocks. I hope.
For the past 2 or so hours, I’ve been revising the Korean War, yelling about how General McArthur and his troops went across the 38th Parallel on 7 October 1950 whilst my tumbledryer makes demonic noises, TRYING to remember that in 1951, upon the Russians’ insistance, peace talks were held in Panmanjom – is THAT how you spell it? – and just generally confusing myself about Yalta and Potsdam and all that stuff. If you don’t do history, ignore all that; I’m being a nerd and I’M GOING TO FORGET EVERYTHING OH GOD
I think the peak of my revision came just now, when I was talking about covalent bonding, and I said something along the lines of THIS:
“So say you’ve got carbon and oxygen, and those bitches want 8 electrons. THAT equals CO2 because it’s CARBON DIOXIDE, and carbon’s got four right now and oxygen’s got six. So you put 2 in each bond – WAIT NO – 2 carbon electrons go in each bond, then two oxygen electrons, cause 6 plus 2 equals 8 and 4 plus 4 equals 8 because there are two oxygens – EYYYY that’s clever!”
Tell me I’m not the only one who has really strange revision techniques? I feel like such a… Strange child. I mean, it’s not like I can do flashcards or mindmaps or signs with my notes on them, can I?
Hmm. REALLY don’t think I need to revise that part of chemistry any more – plus, I doubt you guys want to listen to me ramble on about metallic bonding, those adorable free electrons that make metal such a good conductor, or ANYTHING about lattices.
Maybe a break’s in order?
How do you guys revise? If I just talk things through with myself about the work, I’m alright, except when it’s maths of course.
That was a weird post – sorry I didn’t write yesterday; I was exhausted. For those of you who were wondering, the party was amazing! Because I’m cool like that, I formed a “social reject circle” with two girls I barely knew.
From Elm 🙂
Just Call Me Elm or Something 
I usually record myself reading my revision notes and then play them whilst I’m eating breakfast. Although I usually start inwardly cringing about how disgusting my voice is within the first 20 seconds, I’m not sure if I would recommend that one.
Haha, I doubt your voice is disgusting! But I think that’s an awesome idea, merci!
good luck with your exams!
Thank youuu!
I don’t have much revision advice since I’m more of a visual learner with mindmaps and stuff, but if you need a break have one. good luck with your revision! 🙂
Thank you so much! 🙂 I think I’m just tired, honestly.
Hey kiddo… You uh? You might be doing the wrong History stuff? My teacher told us the mock was gonna be on The Cold War (1945-1960) and the Roaring 20s lmao
The Korean War was in 1950…
Well fuck you too in just trying to be helpful
Love you 🙂
WAIT STOP
FUCK the ROARING 20s
They’re eaaasy
They are not
yeah yup
But there’s so much detail
And DON’T CALL ME KIDDO I’M ONLY A TINY BIT YOUNGER THAN YOU
And a hell of a lot smaller, kiddo
You WANNA NOT, I’m trying to think of a horrible nickname for ya
Little princess. Das you
NO!
Oh God! I just had my history exam last week and I was studying the same stuff about Korean war and all that! I usually do the same actually. I read my notes out loud and kinda talk to myself and explain things to myself. Or I just read through my notes once. Whatever I’m in the mood for. Sometimes I like to teach things to others. Before my psychology exam I made my sis sit with me and I taught her all my psychology studies as a way for me to revise! Umm, yeah she got really annoyed by the end! 😛
All the best for your exams! And if you’re tired, then you should take a break! 🙂
Take care xx
Aww, that’s awesome! 🙂 I think I’d do that to my mum and she’d get SO annoyed, but it’s great revision!
I make notes then sometimes I make notes on those notes and it works fairly well. Have you done any past papers yet?
For maths and science, yeah 🙂
Try explaining each point in 2-5 sentences verbally to someone else
Yes! That’s an awesome idea; thank you! 🙂
Welcome!
Hey, r u ok after what that person commented?
Which person? 😦
thethirdodd
It was really mean of them and I don’t think your anything like what they said
No no NO – they were joking! We’re best friends in real life 🙂 But I can see how you thought they were serious
Oh sorry,
😳
xD Hehe don’t worry! Odd’s now laughing hehe
😊
Really sorry!
GEORGIE SHH it’s all good! 🙂
😊😅
Nah fam I am a complete asshole. I’m like… Satan’s nightmares.
Lol
Really sorry
🙊
No worries dude ^-^
Thx
SHH you aren’t
Okay, you kind of are
JUST JOKING LOVE YOU!
Love you too, kiddo
FIGHT ME M8 😀
I put jelly babies over my revision notes so when I read one, I eat one.
HAHAHA that’s so brilliant!
Ah good luck for these mocks, must be annoying having to study over Christmas. I suck at revision, so I’m not a great person for tips.
Thank you! 🙂 And ohh, I doubt you are!
that sucks that you have to study over chritmas. how is your circle going lol
wishinh you all the best ,
your rebel leader ayele
It’s going gloriously! 😀 Yeey!
I feel your pain, Elm, I feel ya. History is a pain in the a**. (I have to study Taiwanese history, Chinese history and world history…not fun at all.)
As for maths…I’m afraid the only way is no other than to practice, practice, practice. Be familiar with the basic ideas, and try to understand the reason behind every step towards solving the problem. It’s always hard at first but it’ll get easier as you get to know it 🙂 Maths is like speaking another language with numbers. Getting familiar with it is the key. (at least, that’s my experience)
Good luck with your exams!
Thank you so much! The bit about maths is so bloody true! And ohh, that history sounds awful and SO much work! What’s Chinese history like?
Honestly? It’s kind of awful. It’s either past Chinese people being freaking racist (resulting in foreigner invasion) or them fanboying over Confucius. (The same goes with Chinese lit.) Pretty glad that I won’t have to study that after my exams next January XD. That’s just me though, Chinese history is really not my cup of tea but maybe you’ll find it interesting 🙂
I have enough to deal with MODERN WORLD HISTORY 😀 Argh. I feel sorry for you!
Gah, modern world history. It’s a total mess. I feel sorry for you too. XD
*cries* IT’s BAD!
I usually do each question a little differently and like chant it as if I’m preaching or something XD
YES, Aspen! That’s awesome! 😀
Hahaha that’s me for you 😀
Missed you, Elm! I’m going through all my unread posts. 🙂 I’m sorry, but I just got really confused. Good luck… I think? 😀
-Amy
P.S. Do you think we could trade guest posts in the new year?
OH MY GOD YES PLEASE THAT WOULD BE AMAZING! 🙂
Hehe, thank you so much! I’ve missed you a lot.
YAY!!!!!!!!! I think Nikki and I are going through stuff and essentially are going to fix up the blog… Like a Christmas present, eh? 😉 Alright, no more sniffles! Hi! I love books! I mean, you! Yeah… Oops?
Books are great! And YAY, blog tidying! 😀 Though your blog is already fantastic.
Yay! Awe, thank you so much! I would say that you just made my day, but I just opened a letter from Nikki about Christmas memories. School assignment. BUT STILL!!!
Awww! 😀 Is it adorable?
Oh, you bet! I will have to quote it in a post. So sweet. I feel like crying. “…thank you for knowing me and being my best friend. And more importantly, my bookish best friend!”
I feel like crying! That’s SO lovely! 🙂
Nikki is the best, eh? Friends always know how to cheer you up.
YES, exactly!
Your posts are so interesting to read!! I think I’m going to like blogging just cause I’ve already found such cool reading material !
Aww, thank you so much! Your blog’s great!
Oh gosh elm I feel your pain of the revision! I’ve been writing revision notes for biology EVEYWHERE I GO! Even in work on my break I’ve been writing notes and studying. Good luck with your exams!
Aww thank you, and NOOO that must be so bad 😦
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DON’T FEEL WEIRD BECAUSE I HAVE DONE THIS A LOT AS WELL!! XD
YES I’M SO GLAD!
I think a break was in order haha! Sounds like a good study technique. I bet you’re jealous to know that schools in New Zealand don’t start until February 3rd! Have fun stressing while I’m in the sun hehe 🙂
AAARGHHHH IT’s NOT FAIR 😀