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2. Many schools and students start their preparation for the twelfth standard examinations while in the 11th standard itself. When did you start your preparations for the 12th standard public examinations?

I started preparing for my 12th std as soon as my 11th common exams were over.

3. Was the teaching and materials provided by the school sufficient for your preparations or did you take any special coaching for any of the subjects?

I didn't take any special coaching. My school's coaching was more than enough. I wrote a lot of self tests.

4. For how many hours per day did you study?

I studied for 6 hours per day.

5. How was your typical school working day like? How would you allot time for each of your work?

School time is from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. Apart from this two tests will be conducted daily at school (1) 8:30 am to 10:00 am (2) 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

6. How was your typical school holiday (weekend etc) like? How would you allot time for each of your work?

Saturday will be a full working day. I will put a time table and complete all my writing works by Saturday night. I will use the Sunday for covering that week's lessions.

7. Did you approach preparation for each of the subject (Language, English, Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology/Computer Science) differently or was your approach the same to each of the subject?

My approach was different for each of the subject. My teachers guidance was immense.

8. If your approach to each of the subjects were different, how did you approach the preparation for -

a. Language (Tamil) Paper

Creative thinking wins in this subject. Handwriting should be clear and easily understandable. Sentences should be short and sweet. The answers should be only to the question. We should be thorough with all the one marks. Quote some famous sayings or proverbs. Highlight the main points.

b. English Paper

We should do a lot of homework in grammar. We should not lose even a single mark in it. Use simple sentences while writing essays. Neat presentation is very important. Read the stories many times. Read Newspaper daily to attend general essays.

c. Physics Paper

Be thorough with the text book. Go through the 1 mark questions in PTA books, book back questions. Highlight the headings in 3 marks. While preparing read each and every line and note down the key points. Never forget to write those points. Be familiar with the blue print and prepare accordingly.

d. Chemistry Paper

Organic lessons have to be learnt as and when taken. Write all the equatiions many times. Draw tabular columns to remember the preparations, physical and chemical properties of organic compounds. The rest of the chemistry becomes easy when understood.

According to his instruction and advise, I spent more time for Organic Chemistry, practised the difficult equations, numerical problems and diagrams.

e. Mathematics Paper

One can easily score 200 in Mathematics. The only thing is we should understand the concept. Each and every sum given in the text book should be worked out many times until we become familiar with the answers (it happens gradually). Be thorough with the book back One marks.

f. Biology Paper

Each and every word given in the text book is very important. It is not possible to learn it just before the exams. A lot of self tests should be written. Diagrams should be neat and parts must be labelled.

9. How important are handwriting and learning to write speedily in the examinations? Is there anything that a student can do to improve these two aspects?

Writing speedily is very important so that one can go through the answers and rectify mistakes. This can be improved by managing the time during class tests. Handwriting shold be given importance only for language and English papers.

10. Are there any strict Dos and Donts that you would recommend a student preparing for his or her twelfth standard examinations to adhere to?

Dos

1. Be determined
2. Be confident
3. Concentrate
4. Know your goal
5. Plan your work and work your plan

Donts

1. Watching TV too much
2. Laziness
3. Hopelessness
4. Passing comments about teachers
5. Chatting

11. Did your school identify you as a prospective state rank holder early and give any special attention and coaching? How important is the choice of a school in achieving high marks in the examinations?

No, I didn't get any special attention and coaching. Our school treats everyone the same. Choosing the right school is very important. My school showed me the right path to achieve. They guided me in every aspect.

12. What was the role of your parents and family in your preparations for your public examinations?

They provided me all the facilities I needed. They strained themselves a lot in helping me. they were near me always. They encouraged me even when my marks went down.

13. How did you learn about your achieving the state rank in the examinations? What was your reaction when you first heard it?

My school directors first told the information to my parents. I came to know from my parents. I was spellbound. I couldn't believe that my dream has come true. I was on top of the world at that moment.

14. Did you have any time to play any sport, pursue any hobby during your preparation for the public examination?

I used to talk freely with my mother. We will laugh for some time. I'll be relaxe. I read newspapers to know the daily happenings. I sleep well to keep myself calm. I wasn't tense at the time of examiantions.

15. Your life must have changed after achieving the state rank. You must be busy receiving lot of congratulatory messages, awards, recognitions etc. Could you tell your experience since the results were released?

I am really very happy. This is what I was waiting for. All the reporters were in my house just after the results were released. I didn't have time sit still till afternoon. There were 3 live telecasts. All my friends, relatives called me and congratulated me. There are no words to express that day's happiness. 9th May, 2008 is one may which I can never forget.

16. Are there any special people you would like to thank for your achievement?

I would like to thank my Zoology teacher Mrs.Vijayaprabha, my class teacher Mrs.Jackulin, my father's uncle - Mr.Selvaraj for encouraging me all throughout the year.

17. Tell us about your family.

My father is a retired Chief Engineer who has worked in PWD. My mother is a housewife. My sister K.Shanmuga Priya is in 8th std. She is studying in Avila Convent Matriculation Higher Seconday School in Coimbatore.

18. What course have you chosen to pursue after your twelfth standard?

I have chosen M.B.B.S. I will be joining CMC. My aim is to become a cardiologist.

19. Finally, what is your advise to the students who would be taking their public examinations shortly?

Prepare well. All the very best. Plan your time. Do some small sacrifices to achieve your goal. Do things perfectly in the present to achieve the best.