In fourth grade, I was preparing for my first midterm exam. Despite weeks of studying and reviewing all the topics and chapters, I could not recall the answers during the test.
Disappointed by my score of 69, which the teacher announced in front of the whole class, I confided in my mom, who advised me to work harder and prove myself to the teacher.
Determined to improve, I dedicated myself to studying for the final exam, starting immediately after the midterm. With so much time to review, I took thorough notes and memorized as much material as possible.
When the day of the final exam arrived, I was well-prepared and confident. The questions seemed easy, and I swiftly completed the exam, double-checking for errors before submitting my paper. Finally, the moment of truth arrived as the teacher called out the scores. Expecting to have achieved a score of 96, I was pleasantly surprised to hear that I had earned a 98. I shared the good news with my mom, and her happiness mirrored my own.
I learned two important lessons from this experience. First, I realized the importance of studying consistently and not leaving everything until the last minute. By starting earlier, I could avoid the stress of cramming and better retain the information. Secondly, while I initially resented my teacher for announcing my score publicly, I later understood that she was trying to motivate me to strive for better results. Her actions pushed me to prove my capabilities to myself and my classmates. Consequently, I worked hard and achieved a high score on the final exam, which led to a sense of accomplishment and happiness. These experiences shaped my approach to studying and propelled me to strive for better results in the future.
Disappointed by my score of 69, which the teacher announced in front of the whole class, I confided in my mom, who advised me to work harder and prove myself to the teacher.
Determined to improve, I dedicated myself to studying for the final exam, starting immediately after the midterm. With so much time to review, I took thorough notes and memorized as much material as possible.
When the day of the final exam arrived, I was well-prepared and confident. The questions seemed easy, and I swiftly completed the exam, double-checking for errors before submitting my paper. Finally, the moment of truth arrived as the teacher called out the scores. Expecting to have achieved a score of 96, I was pleasantly surprised to hear that I had earned a 98. I shared the good news with my mom, and her happiness mirrored my own.
I learned two important lessons from this experience. First, I realized the importance of studying consistently and not leaving everything until the last minute. By starting earlier, I could avoid the stress of cramming and better retain the information. Secondly, while I initially resented my teacher for announcing my score publicly, I later understood that she was trying to motivate me to strive for better results. Her actions pushed me to prove my capabilities to myself and my classmates. Consequently, I worked hard and achieved a high score on the final exam, which led to a sense of accomplishment and happiness. These experiences shaped my approach to studying and propelled me to strive for better results in the future.
