Why practice last year question papers

Students are constantly told about how they should finish their syllabus in time and then get down to practicing last years question papers for each subject. But have you ever thought why it is so? There is quite a simple logic behind practicing these papers, 'the past will help you prepare better for the future.' Most schools and boards always refer to previous years question papers when setting the new ones.

After all, at some point or the other they are bound to run out of questions to ask on the same topic right? That's when they refer to the question paper they had set 5 years back and decide to give another similar kind of question. So trust me when I say, practicing those papers will help and it will make you feel more prepared for your exam.

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Here are some of the reasons why you should practice previous years question papers.

1. An idea of the paper pattern.

The questions may change every year for every exam, but the paper pattern remains pretty much the same. If there is a set number of marks for a set number of questions, you can rest assured that it will stay the same every year. So if you have taken a look at the papers of last years, you will know exactly what marks each topic will be allotted. You can then go ahead and prepare accordingly.

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2. Questions are often repeated.

If you look at the papers you received in 2018 and the ones which were set in 2010, you might just find one or two questions which are somewhat similar. If you're well prepared with all the questions of even the last 10 years, there is no doubt that something or the other will get repeated. Even if it gives you a 10 marks advantage, it's worth it.

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3. Full coverage of syllabus.

Spending days trying to mug up everything in your books may not help you as much as practicing the last years papers will. It goes without saying that if you have practiced a sufficient number of papers, you will have definitely covered the entire syllabus. No topic will be left untouched and you will feel more prepared than ever. See CBSE syllabus for class 8 all subjects and start preparation accordingly.

4. Timed practice.

You can learn how to manage your time well by practicing these papers. This is important because if you go and attempt your final exam without having any idea of how many questions there will be and how much time you should allot to each question, there is a high chance that you won't be able to complete your paper. So give yourself the required time, set a timer and practice keeping in mind the fact that you should leave at least 10 minutes in the end for revision.

5. Written practice will help your memory.

It is a scientifically proven technique that writing down answers even in a point form helps us remember them better than just passively mugging them up. So imagine if you decide to practice these papers and write down whole answers altogether. There is no way you'll ever forget that before your exam. Not only is practicing these papers increasing your written speed but it is even helping you remember better.

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I'm sure these reasons are strong enough to convince you of the power of practicing previous years question papers. If you have decided that you want to do well in your exam and score the highest marks possible, then don't just sit reading and rereading your books. Search online, find some last years' papers and get down to practice. Don't worry, it will surely come in handy.

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