As students gear up for Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) Level-2 Olympiad exams for IMO, NSO, and IEO, it’s high time they become aware of some golden rules and tips to maximize their scores in upcoming exams. As Olympiad exams have questions in the form of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), it’s necessary to know how to solve MCQs in the quickest manner possible to beat competitors. In this blog, we will talk about 10 tips to tackle MCQs in Olympiads quickly and error-free. So, let’s get started:
- While solving Venn diagrams, flow charts, and diagram-based and tabular questions, write down characteristics associated with variables on a rough sheet and then solve the question.
- For true and false questions, mark the statements true and false while reading them and then choose the option accordingly.
- For solving questions based on the phases of the moon, one should draw a rough diagram and then proceed.
- The Achievers section consists of more marks, try to solve it first but in less time. This will increase your chances of scoring better.
- While finding a CORRECT or INCORRECT statement, be very careful not to mark the opposite one. To avoid such instances, highlight correct/incorrect in the question and look at the question again before marking the answer.
- Mark your answer in the OMR sheet as soon as you solve the question. Leaving the OMR sheet for the end can cause unnecessary rush and the chances of marking a wrong option also increase.
- If you get the option “All of these” in any question then you have to carefully look at the other three options. If you are sure about any two options being correct/incorrect (according to the question) and you are confused about the third one, then “All of these” will be the correct option.
- In the questions based on graphs (Pictograph, Bar graph, Line graph or pie chart) students must observe the key values which have been used for the graph.
- Most of the time questions based on everyday life situations form linear equations. So, to solve such questions easily and quickly one can assume a variable for unknown value and then solve it further.
- To solve questions based on squares & square roots and cube & cube roots, students must learn the squares and cubes of the natural numbers.
| Tip Number | Tip | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Understand the Syllabus | Study the exam syllabus thoroughly to know what topics to focus on. |
| 2 | Revise Level 1 Content | Revisit Level 1 topics, as Level 2 builds upon them. |
| 3 | Time Management Practice | Practice solving questions within time limits to improve speed and accuracy. |
| 4 | Read Questions Carefully | Pay close attention to tricky wording or multiple negative statements. |
| 5 | Eliminate Wrong Answers | Use elimination techniques to narrow down choices. |
| 6 | Focus on Weak Areas | Spend extra time revising concepts or topics you struggle with. |
| 7 | Take Mock Tests | Attempt SOF-specific mock tests to simulate the exam, environment, you can get it here. |
| 8 | Stay Calm and Composed | Avoid stress by keeping a positive mindset and staying focused during the exam. |
| 9 | Learn Shortcut Techniques | Use shortcuts, especially for calculations, to save time. |
| 10 | Review Your Answers | If time permits, double-check your answers to ensure accuracy. |
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Study materials to prepare SOF Level-2 Olympiad Exams
Students can apply these tips to questions based on actual Level-2 exam questions. They can assess the practical usage of these tips on previous years’ questions and mock test papers. Therefore, they should refer to MTG’s study materials for a powerful preparation. Let’s have a look at the essential preparation resources for Level-2 exams.
Previous 5 Years’ Papers (Instant download eBook) – Level 2
Students who want to gain familiarity with the IEO exam pattern must have this e-book, which comprises 5 years’ previous years papers of IEO Level-2. It reduces the doubts about the exam and brings more confidence to students. It also offers you the freedom to attempt and familiarize with the exam pattern anytime, anywhere due to the e-book format.
Online Mock Test Series – Level 2
These tests bear a resemblance to the real SOF IEO exams in terms of quantity, quality, and length of questions. This improves the time management abilities of students. These tests help students become more familiar with the actual exam. It is perfect for determined IEO Level-2 candidates. These mock tests provide practical and hands-on exam-simulating practice. It comes with:
– 3 Mock tests based on the SOF IEO 2024 exam pattern.
– Test duration & Number of questions match the SOF IEO.
– Syllabus and difficulty level are aligned with the SOF IEO.
– Attempt the tests anytime and anywhere.
Olympiad Skill Development System (OSDS) – Level 2
Specifically compiled to be identical to the actual IEO exam, OSDS offers students a one-of-a-kind practice experience. Helpful for fast practice, this instantly downloadable eBook makes students habitual of regular practice. This eventually helps students to attempt the paper confidently.
What do you get?
– 5 Practice test papers in PDF format.
– 5 OMR Answer sheets in PDF format.
– 5 Answer Keys for the practice test papers in PDF format.
Conclusion
If SOF Olympiad students pay proper attention to these tips and prepare with the above-mentioned resources, they will be able to gain immense confidence and perform well in their upcoming Level-2 exams.
