Remember that exams are important, but they are not the only way to a successful future. Lots of people achieve success in life without doing well at school

When we feel anxious, we often give ourselves negative messages like that: “I can’t do this”, “I’m useless”, and “I’m going to fail”. It can be difficult but (24)______ to replace these with positive thoughts such as: “this is just anxiety, it can’t harm me”, and “relax, concentrate- it’s going to be okay”. Picturing how you’d like things to go can help you feel more (25)_____. Try to imagine yourself (26)_______ up to an exam feeling confident and relaxed. You turn over your paper, write down what you do know and come away knowing you tried your best on the day.

It can sometimes appear that your whole future depends on what grades you get. There can be a lot of pressure (27)________young people to do well in exams which can cause a lot of stress and anxiety.

Remember that exams are important, but they are not the only way to a successful future. Lots of people achieve success in life without doing well at school.

Question24: A. afford                  B. try                    C. allow                       D. let

Question 25:.A. negative            B. tense                C. positive                   D. stressed

Question 26:A. to turn                 B. turn                  C. turning                     D. turned

Question 27: A. about                 B. for                    C. on                  D. of