Orient Islamic School matrics share reactions to English Paper 3
Orient Islamic School matric pupils in Greyville said the English Paper 3 topics were manageable, while sharing how family, teachers and classmates helped them cope with examination pressure.
Pupils at Orient Islamic School in Greyville shared their experiences and thoughts on their recent English Paper 3 examination. Suhail Ally, the school's head boy, described English Paper 3 as manageable and not as difficult as he had anticipated. He emphasized the importance of using past year papers and resources from teachers to prepare.
Ally's family provided support, with six of his aunts calling him to offer well-wishes. Teachers also offered extra classes and resources before the examination. The English Paper 3 topics, which included contemporary issues, were deemed "something for everyone," according to Ally. As the examination was the first of 14 papers in the final assessment, the pressure was set to increase.
Husna Desai, of Musgrave, found the topics interesting and found them better than previous English papers. She coped well by preparing using trial examinations and sought support from friends, family, and teachers. Desai takes breaks and exercises to manage stress. She will pursue a career in diagnostic radiography. Atiyyah Amojee, the school's head girl, admitted feeling nervous upon arriving at school, but found solace in the support from her family, friends, and teachers.
She advised herself to treat the test as just another exam to concentrate on answering the questions. Her family surprised her with matric exam gifts such as snacks, shoes, and a new chair. Amojee took breaks and practiced breathing exercises to alleviate stress. Sidra Mahomed, of Overport, found the English Paper 3 manageable and not what she had expected.
She suggested breaking up work into sections to learn more effectively. Mahomed's classmates and family provided support, and she encouraged matric pupils to work hard but avoid stress. Ziyaad Parak, of North Beach, expressed gratitude for his teachers' support, particularly in receiving a one-on-one lesson to help him prepare better for the exams. He urged pupils to not hesitate in asking questions to learn effectively.
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