Minutes of Meeting - Grade 10

Meeting Topic: ICSE English Language and Literature Exam Preparation
Date: 27/10/24
Host : Scarlet D and Kamakshi N

Attendees: Parents and Pupils of Grade 10 and Key notes by Kimaya Bauva and Hemakshi
Metkar
Time: 11.30 a.m. – 2.00 p.m.
Summary: The meeting discussed preparation strategies for the ICSE

English Language and Literature exam, including study tips, time
management, paper formats, question types, and stress management.
1. Resources and Stationery
 Discussed the need for waterproof gel pens for students to use, will share the brand
name eventually.
Key Points:
- Study tips and time management
- English Language and Literature paper formats and question types
- Stress management and self-care
- Improving concentration and focus
- Reading skills and note-taking strategies
- Revision routines and self-testing
Composition Tips:
- Story writing: include title, characters, dialogues, plot, setting, and

theme
- Descriptive composition: use vivid language and sensory details
- Argumentative composition: establish a clear position, provide evidence,

and address counterarguments
- Narrative composition: write from the first-person perspective and keep

the reader at the center of the plot
- Picture composition: study the picture thoroughly and maintain a
connection to it
Letter Writing Tips:
- Pay attention to vocabulary and sentence construction
- Include all key sections of the layout (sender's address, date, receiver's
address, subject, salutation, introduction, body, conclusion,
complimentary closing, and signature)
- Use appropriate language and tone for formal and informal letters
Notice and Email Tips:
- Answer questions clearly and concisely
- Use formal language and avoid short forms or SMS vocabulary
- Maintain a link between the two
Comprehension Tips:
- Read the passage once during reading time and then read the questions
- Point or mark important points and expressions
- Use a rough draft to edit and refine your summary
- Start with the comprehension question and then move to letter

writing
Functional Grammar Tips:
- Practice correct use of prepositions, verbs, and transformation of

sentences
- Use flashcards and revision notes to aid memory
- Take weekly self-tests to track progress
English Literature Paper Structure:
- Four sections: Section A (compulsory), Section B (Drama), Section C

(Prose), and Section D (Poetry)
- Five compulsory questions, with 15 minutes for reading and two hours
for writing
- Choose questions wisely during reading time
- Answer questions based on marks allocated
- Focus on question words and answer accordingly
- Use context and extracts to support answers
English Literature Study Tips:
- Study all topics and themes
-From Section (B,C, and D) attempt in the pattern (2+1+1 or 1+1+2 or

1+2+1)
- Practice analysis and critical thinking
- Use flashcards and revision notes to aid memory
- Take weekly self-tests to track progress
- Review and practice consistently
Study Tips:
- Avoid skipping topics
- Refer to class notes and answer questions in your own words
- Thoroughly read assigned textbooks
- Solve grammar-based exercises from past papers and other resources
- Practice written past board papers for Language and Literature every
week
- Use flashcards to note important points, key words, figures of speech,

and other elements
- Allocate 6 hours per week to studying English (3 hours for Language and
3 hours for Literature)
- Divide time equally among drama, prose, and poetry
- Use revision flashcards for last-minute reference
- Manage stress through healthy habits and relaxation techniques

Time Management Tips:
- Set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound)

study goals
- Prioritize study schedule
- Make an activity schedule with three columns (activity, expected time,

completed)
- Avoid procrastination
- Study at a dedicated table, not in bed
- Study in 40-45 minute stretches with regular breaks
- Help yourself by committing to tasks, breaking them down into smaller

units, seeking help when needed, eliminating distractions, taking breaks,
and rewarding yourself
Improving Concentration Tips:
- Listen to instrumental music and focus on one instrument for 15 minutes

daily
- Practice cancellation exercises, puzzles, mazes, crosswords, and simple

breathing exercises
Reading Skills Tips:
- Skim, highlight, and take notes
- Use mnemonics to aid memory
Remembering Tips:
- Chunk, code, mind map, flow chart, and rehearse
Revision Routine:
- Revise every section on days 1, 2, 7, 15, and 30
- Read notes and highlighted sections only
Self-Testing Tips:
- Take weekly self-tests
- Time yourself and give yourself marks
Stress Management Tips:
- Eat healthy, hydrate well, and sleep at least 8 hours a day
- Meditate, do breathing exercises, and go for walks or play sports

- Doodle, listen to music, or do your favorite activity to refresh your mind
- Share concerns with parents and teachers
- Keep a daily and weekly study schedule
Key Takeaways in the Q and A with Participants: Kimaya Bauva, Hemakshi Metkar
 Effective Time Management: Kimaya and Hemakshi received guidance on utilizing

time effectively, emphasizing the benefits of starting the day early and practicing
essay writing regularly.
 Mindful Preparation: Discussed strategies like creating a mistake book to track
errors and avoid repeating them. Both students were encouraged to maintain a
determined mindset and build strong willpower toward achieving their academic
goals.
 Personalized Study Schedule: Advised to identify free slots and create personalized
study schedules.
 Reading and Note-taking: While reading questions, noting down essay ideas as
rough work was suggested for effective essay planning.
 Memorization Techniques: Studying long answers through chunking and
highlighting was highlighted as a method to break down and retain information.
 Make notes and files for the separate subjects.
 For Prepositions always be observant to understand context maybe through
movie subtitles or books
Action Items:
1. Students will plan a study schedule and keep practising additional grammar
worksheets.
2. Parents are encouraged to support students’ language learning by providing
resources like daily newspapers.
3. Students should follow the suggested practices and be diligent with study and
revision schedules.
4. - Create a study schedule and stick to it (10 hours of study per week)
5. - Practice grammar and comprehension regularly
6. - Review literature notes and practice analysis
7. - Take regular breaks and prioritize self-care
8. - Use active learning techniques and flashcards
9. - Revise and practice consistently
10. - Set specific study goals and deadlines
11. - Use waterproof gel pens and allocate time for self-testing
12. - Focus on understanding and applying grammar rules
13. - Read newspapers and develop a taste for reading
14. - Converse in English and write regularly
15. - Use flashcards and revision notes for quick reference
16. - Manage stress through healthy habits and relaxation techniques
17. - Allocate time for each section of the paper
18. - Practice writing skills, including composition, letter writing, and notice writing
19. - Improve reading skills through skimming, highlighting, and note-taking
20. - Use mnemonics and mind maps to aid memory
21. - Take weekly self-tests to track progress
22. - Review and practice consistently, using flashcards and revision notes

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Meeting Topic: ICSE English Language and Literature Exam Preparation

Host : Scarlet D and Kamakshi N

Summary: The meeting discussed preparation strategies for the ICSE

1. Resources and Stationery

- Study tips and time management

- English Language and Literature paper formats and question types

- Stress management and self-care

- Improving concentration and focus

- Reading skills and note-taking strategies

- Revision routines and self-testing

- Story writing: include title, characters, dialogues, plot, setting, and

- Descriptive composition: use vivid language and sensory details

- Argumentative composition: establish a clear position, provide evidence,

- Narrative composition: write from the first-person perspective and keep

Letter Writing Tips:

- Pay attention to vocabulary and sentence construction

Notice and Email Tips:

- Answer questions clearly and concisely

- Use formal language and avoid short forms or SMS vocabulary

- Maintain a link between the two

- Point or mark important points and expressions

- Use a rough draft to edit and refine your summary

- Start with the comprehension question and then move to letter

Functional Grammar Tips:

- Practice correct use of prepositions, verbs, and transformation of

- Use flashcards and revision notes to aid memory

- Take weekly self-tests to track progress

English Literature Paper Structure:

- Four sections: Section A (compulsory), Section B (Drama), Section C

- Choose questions wisely during reading time

- Answer questions based on marks allocated

- Focus on question words and answer accordingly

- Use context and extracts to support answers

English Literature Study Tips:

- Study all topics and themes

-From Section (B,C, and D) attempt in the pattern (2+1+1 or 1+1+2 or

- Practice analysis and critical thinking

- Use flashcards and revision notes to aid memory

- Take weekly self-tests to track progress

- Review and practice consistently

- Avoid skipping topics

- Refer to class notes and answer questions in your own words

- Thoroughly read assigned textbooks

- Solve grammar-based exercises from past papers and other resources

- Use flashcards to note important points, key words, figures of speech,

- Divide time equally among drama, prose, and poetry

- Use revision flashcards for last-minute reference

- Manage stress through healthy habits and relaxation techniques

- Set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound)

- Prioritize study schedule

- Make an activity schedule with three columns (activity, expected time,

- Study at a dedicated table, not in bed

- Study in 40-45 minute stretches with regular breaks

- Help yourself by committing to tasks, breaking them down into smaller

Improving Concentration Tips:

- Listen to instrumental music and focus on one instrument for 15 minutes

- Practice cancellation exercises, puzzles, mazes, crosswords, and simple

Reading Skills Tips:

- Skim, highlight, and take notes

- Use mnemonics to aid memory