
Read sections 1 and 2 first. Understand the exam format thoroughly before attempting any questions. Students who understand the rubric score 15-20% higher on their first mock.
Don’t rush this section. These lessons contain the strategies that separate top-scoring students. Each lesson takes 15-20 minutes.
Sit each mock in full under timed conditions. All sections, timed, no interruptions. The cognitive load of a full sitting is what you are training for.
This is the most important step. Students who review explanations carefully improve twice as fast as those who only check their score.
Complete the Mathematics section first, then tackle the Science BONUS questions as extra challenge practice.
| Section | Time | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Written Expression Task 1 | 25 min | 5 min plan + 17 min write + 3 min review |
| Humanities | 40 min | ~60 sec/question. Skip and return if stuck. |
| Mathematics | 40 min | ~75 sec/question. No calculator. |
| Written Expression Task 2 | 25 min | 5 min plan + 17 min write + 3 min review |
| Science BONUS ⭐ (optional) | 20 min | Not on your exam – extra challenge only |
| Total (real exam) | 130 min | ~2 hrs 10 min + 20 min bonus |