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hey! any of my moots or just anyone really who studies w the american curriculum? do y'all know any sites/links where you can find past papers or practice papers of any types?

i just changed curriculums from igcse to US this year and uhhh finding any revision material under the same curriculum is surprisingly tough. anyway, if any of you could help it would be appreciated v v much! ty <3

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ib resources: past paper questions

hi guys!! i want to share some websites with past paper questions i mostly to study biology, chemistry and math. hopefully some of these resources will be of use to you :)

markhint - assorted past papers & topical questions for paper 1/2/3 - has bio, chem, physics, math, econ - also has practice questions for A-levels and igcse

exammate - only topical questions for paper 1/2/3 - has bio, chem, physics, math, psych, econ, global politics, world religions & philosophy - also has practice questions for A-levels and igcse

google drive with all previous exams (1999-2021) - past papers for all ib subjects - provides markscheme - good for printing & getting used to exam length

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¡¡hola chicos!! yo quiero compartir algunos sitios web con las preguntas de papel pasadas que yo uso, principalmente para estudiar la biología, química y matemáticas. con suerte algunos estos recursos será de utilidad para tú :)

markhint - documentos pasados variados & preguntas temáticas para documento 1/2/3 - tiene la biología, la química, la física, las matemáticas, la economía - también tiene preguntas de práctica por A-levels y igcse

exammate - solo preguntas temáticas por documentos 1/2/3 - tiene la biología, la química, la física, las matemáticas, la psicología, la economía, la política mundial, las religiones del mundo y la filosofía - también tiene preguntas de práctica por A-levels y igcse

google drive con todo los exámenes previo (1991-2021) - los documentos pasados por todo los sujetos de ib - tiene markscheme - bueno para la imprimiendo y acostumbrarse a la duración de los exámenes

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It's (Just So) Awkward | jungkook (bts) - one

“No way. We’re too different and he’s so—so black and white. A straight-up yes-or-no kind of guy. And I’m not.”

Genre: nerd! Jungkook x outspoken! Reader, university! Au, idiots to lovers au, kim changbin cameo (skz)

A/N: any mention of disorders/medical conditions are fictional and I do not own Jeon jungkook. I only own the plot. If you are sensitive to content that talks about psychological disorders, i would advise you to read at your own risk. Please do enjoy !!

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“And I scream ‘for whatever it’s worth, I love you, ain’t that the worst thing you ever heard?” — Cruel Summer, Taylor Swift

———

You and Jeon Jungkook have known each other for years.

You know him like the back of your hand, not because you wanted to, but because you were obliged to, with the god-awful amount of time that you spent together.

Everything started back in art class. You had been fifteen at the time and had enrolled in the Visual Arts IGCSE course, as did he. There were only five students in the class, which was the main reason as to how you got to know your classmates that well, considering that these were the sorts of people that you wouldn’t normally hang out with on a daily basis.

You’d taken a seat next to Jungkook on that very first day of class, your colored markers in one hand and your sketchbook in the other, when he’d first decided to pick on the state of your shirt.

“Your shirt is crumpled,” he’d stated matter-of-factly, as though he didn’t have any filter, as though he didn’t care that it might affect your feelings. Good for him that you weren’t the type of person to take things to heart.

You merely straightened and looked at him, “thanks for the observation.”

“Don’t you iron your shirts?”

“Uhm no, I forgot,” you eyed his very organized desk, noticed the straight angles of his own sketchbook perpendicularly placed with his ruler. His pens stacked at its side, parallel to the paper, and his hands poised onto the fresh page.

Your gaze then traveled up to his clean, crisp shirt, hair parted to the side and glasses perched on his nose.

Your eyebrows raised in curiosity as he said, “coming to school with a crumpled up shirt just shows how disorganized you are. Or maybe you didn’t have enough time. Then that’s time-management skills that you lack.”

“Thanks, I’ll take that into consideration,” you’d replied sarcastically.

And from there, you had learnt to know who Jeon Jungkook really was.

Undeniably, he had an amazing gift for art which no one could argue with, so all his backhanded comments were, over time, either ignored or playfully used as insults to tease him back. He was a funny guy — in the sense that he barely had any filter or sense of what was socially accepted to talk about — but you couldn’t say he hadn’t grown on you over the past years and funnily enough, you both ended up in the same university course as Visual Arts major.

“You again?” You’d groaned on the first day of lecture upon noticing his tall, dark frame behind round spectacles. Even out of high school, he still wore a shirt -- this one pale blue -- tucked into sable pants, hair combed back into that side part that now sportrd a few bangs, and his glasses.

He grinned at you from his seat, “hello, Y/N.”

“Why are you here?” You dramatically fell into your seat, swiveled towards him with an exasperated sigh as your chin fell into your hand.

“Because I applied for Visual Arts and got in.”

“Well yeah I knew that much,” you rolled your eyes, “but I thought you wanted to be an architect. Isn’t that what you said before graduation?”

“You remember?” His grin widened, “that’s nice of you—“

“Not on purpose, you dweeb. Now tell me why you’re here instead of bugging someone else in architecture 101.”

“I am in architecture,” he lifted his shoulder in a shrug, “but my course asks for an art prerequisite. They said I couldn’t use my high school grades to give me my transfer credits because art wasn’t my main subject.”

“That’s bullshit. Your art was the best out of all of us.”

“Apparently it wasn’t good enough for them.”

You tilted your head at him, “so you’re telling me I have to suffer through this with you, again? Didn’t I do enough of that in high school?”

“Technically, you’re the one who came to sit next to me.”

“You got a point. Maybe I should move.”

But you didn’t. Not wanting to admit it, you were actually grateful knowing that Jungkook was a familiar element amidst all this new environment. Not that you’d ever tell him that though, knowing he’d take full advantage of it.

That didn’t stop you from complaining about it with your mother every time you saw her appear on your phone screen. She would only laugh and tease you about it, saying that out of all universities, Jeon Jungkook had chosen the one you had applied to. Surely, according to her, she thought it was fate.

“It’s not fate,” you’d grumbled into your pillow, “how can it be fate? He just likes to torture me.”

“He’s not that bad Y/N,” your mother chided, “and you know how he is. His mother said so at the exhibition, remember?”

Yes, you had remembered how his mother had apologized following Jungkook’s harsh criticism of your projects. How could you forget? It had been on the final exhibition evening where all students were decked in black and white to follow the theme of the night, and as part of your final exhibition, you’d had to criticize and analyze your classmates’ pieces with your teacher as mediator. And when Jungkook had been asked to voice his thoughts about your work, he had been void of kindness:

“It doesn’t seem genuine.”

“It lacks of technique.”

“You could’ve used more depth.”

“I don’t see the connection between the artist and the audience.”

Not wanting to cry in front of the entire class had you running to the bathroom as tears streamed down your face, which caused his mother to follow you while trying to explain her son’s horrible behaviour.

“I’m so sorry Y/N. You know he doesn’t mean it that way, not really—“

“Oh then, in what way does he mean it then?” You’d sniffled into your tissue, hating how red your eyes looked in the mirror, “because to me that sounded downright condescending and honestly, I thought better of him—“

“He’s different, Y/N.”

“Different?” You pause, “what do you mean…different?”

That was when she explained about Social Cues Disorder, also known as SCD, which was placed on the Asperger’s spectrum despite being slightly different from the said diagnostic. And as she spoke, it became clear why Jungkook didn’t have any social barriers into speaking his mind even when it might hurt people or be taken the wrong way. The thing was, he didn’t know.

Nevertheless, it took you a few days to recover from his personal attack. You were surprised when Jungkook came up to you a few days after the exhibition to offer you an apology.

“My mother said she told you about SCD,” he spoke as though they were talking about the weather when to you, it was slightly difficult to handle such a topic when you had no idea whether he’d take it right or wrong, “she also said I need to apologize because I was very harsh on you during the exhibition.”

You swallowed thickly, the sting of tears building in your eyes as the memory resurfaced, “yes. You were.”

“I’m sorry,” he replied without missing a beat, “I didn’t know it would hurt your feelings. According to the doctors, I don’t know how to understand people’s emotions or react to people, or say the right thing. So I’m sorry, because I’m sure I might do it again.”

You looked at him for a long moment, judging the weight of his words. Then, you sighed, “that’s fine, Jungkook. Thanks.”

If you removed his lack of total empathy, Jungkook was admittedly kind of fun to be around. He had the most hilariou responses to everything, which you learnt the more you sat next to him in class.

"Color blindness is an eyesight problem," he said one day when you told him that you believed color blindness to be some sort of supernatural gift.

"Well how do you know that the colors you see are the real ones?" You lean over your desk, pen in hand as the soft scratches of pencil to paper filled the room, "maybe we're the ones who are colour blind."

"That is scientifically incorrect."

"Who said so?"

He looked at you as if you were an idiot, "it was scientifically proven, Y/N. I don't think your argument is valid."

"Okay, so let's take schizophrenia for example," you quickly fired back, "people say that those with this disorder hallucinate and see things that aren't there. But maybe, wait--hear me out," you added when Jungkook started shaking his head, "maybe these people actually see things that we don't."

Jungkook's eyebrow rose in what looked to be half-amusement, "I'm not sure that's a valid point. Also, it's medically incorrect to be sharing false information about psychological disorders."

"Not everything is quantifiable, you know."

"Still, what you're saying is that these people have superpowers that don't exist."

"Exactly."

"Sounds like some kind of marvel action movie to me."

Of course he would say something like that. What were you expecting more? With time, you came to understand the phenomenon that was Jeon Jungkook, with his weird quirks and curious way of thinking. You secretly wondered whether he knew how easily people got triggered by his responses, or whether he just went through life with his own kind of colorblindness.

You got rewarded with a first-hand situation between him and another classmate of yours a few days later, going by the name of Kim Changbin.

It was in the middle of mid-term and since deadlines were comig up soon, the printmaking studio was crammed with students trying to finish up their portfolio projects in time. You would normally give Jungkook a hand with the technical materials and tools needed and after having set up his screen, was busy arranging your own set of colours when a voice pierced through the room in anger.

"What the fuck, Jeon?!" Your head swivelled to see Changbin at the station that Jungkook had been standing at seconds prior, looking quite murderous with his damaged screen in hand. Facing him was Jungkook, a palette knife held in mid-air, "what's wrong with you, flaunting that thing around when we all have screens?!"

"I'm sorry," the words came out straight away from Jungkook's mouth, "It wasn't my intention. I'll make sure to work on it--"

"Work on it?" Changbin's nostrils flared. He stepped towards the taller man, "this took me fucking weeks to perfect. And what? You're going to work on it?" He took another step closer, causing Jungkook to lean back, " How the fuck am I supposed to get my artwork back huh?"

"I'm sorry, it wasn't my intention," Jungkook parroted again with eyes glassy as though he didn't know what to say, "I'll make sure to wo--"

"Yeah I heard you the first time!" Changbin hollered, index stabbing at his chest, "this artwork is my scholarship ticket and you fucking ruined it!"

"Hey hey," you quickly stepped in-between the two men, hand latching onto Changbin's shoulder, "he said he was sorry okay? Let's just calm down and--"

"Move out, Y/N, this is none of your fucking business," Changbin pushed you away and you stumbled. He took this chance to lunge for Jungkook's chest and the latter whimpered, yelping and handa scrabbling to push Changbin away, "you gonna take responsibility, dumbass?--"

"I'm sorry it wasn't my intention--"

"You fucking retard you can't even --"

"--make sure to work on--"

"Shut up!" And before he knew it, Jungkook yelped and pushed Changbin away.

"Changbin!"

"Jungkook!"

Changbin fell, crashed straight into a table with such force it split down the middle. For a minute, he lay there motionless, the entire class rendered silent.

And in the middle of it all, a panicked Jungkook holding his hands over his ears.

He crouched down as people moved towards Changbin concern and you took this chance to go to your friend, hearing him mutter the exact same phrase over and over again with a blank look in his eyes.

"Jungkook," your words were quiet as your hand wrapped around his shoulder tentatively, "hey, you alright bud? Let's get you out of here, okay?"

But as if he just realized you were his only safe anchor, the young man was quick to wrap his arms around your middle before he buried his head into your chest.

Your cheeks flamed, but you went to caress the back of his head, knowing that this was not a normal situation. He needed you.

"Jungkook?" You whispered and tried ignoring the way your heart skipped a beat, "you okay?"

"Just--please. Don't move."

Few words with so much power. You couldn't help but crumble and hold him closer if that was possible, hoping that the consequences that would follow would hopefully be called an accident.

This was the first time you'd seen Jungkook, as who he really was. You could have walked away , you had that choice, if you wanted to.

But you didn't.

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"Hey."

Changbin's angry eyes fluttered up to yours from the nurse's bed. He'd been admitted to the campus clinic for an overnight watch in case something went wrong with his back. Due to the force of his fall, he now sported bruises all along his spine and you knew without doubt he'd use it as blackmail against Jungkook even if the wounds were superficial.

"What do you want?" He growled.

From his narrow-eyed stare, it was clear that he was not enjoying his current predicament; that being pinned down to a bed.

"How are you feeling?" You moved a little closer and tried not to flinch under his hard gaze, "I just wanted to see if you were alright."

"Well you got your answer," he snapped, "now if you don't have anytbing else to say, get lost."

"I'm sorry. Jungkook--he's a bit socially awkward and I know you took a lot of time to finish this--"

"That's not your job, is it?" He chuckled emptily, "why are you apologizing on his behalf?"

"Because I know that's what he wants to say, but he's not in a state to say it right now," you took another step closer until you were at his bedside, "so before you go and think that he's just a loser, I wanted to clarify it with you."

"What are you, his mom or something?"

"We're friends, Changbin."

He shook his head, looking amused and you were glad he didn't seem to be so angry now that you exchanged more than two words with him, "and how exactly, did you become friends?"

"Why?"

"You don't seem the type to be friends with that kind of geek, apologies for the insult," he said with a raised brow, "so tell me. How are you friends? Is it by duty?"

"No. He's...it just happened," you tried to stammer through an explanation, though he had a point. How had you become friends? "In any case, does that even matter?"

That was when Changbin grinned at you, "wanna be my friend?"

You stared blankly at him, "what?"

"You wanna be my friend and help me out with my artwork?"

Considering that he would probably combust and drag you along with him if you failed to agree, you were quick to abide by his suggestion, setting up a meeting at the studio a few days later when he'd be safe and sound from the nurse.

You even prepared the materials in advance, setting up all the colours and preparing the screen so that Changbin wouldn't have to wait for it to dry to expose his design.

Your phone vibrated and you quickly pulled it out, frowning when Jungkook's name flashed across the screen.

"Hello?"

"Hello Y/N. Where are you?"

"Uh, at school. Why?"

"I bought chocolate donuts."

Your heart melted slightly, "I'm in the art lab."

Which was where Jungkook found you a few minutes later as he walked through the door, donuts in hand and looking as geeky as ever with a crisp white shirt tucked into light jeans.

"Why are you here?" He frowned, "You're already done with your artwork."

Changbin walked in from the exposure room right at that very instant, his face turning sour as soon as he caught sight of the dark-haired man, "what the fuck are you doing here?" He growled.

"I'm here to give some donuts to--"

"To you!" You grabbed the donut box from Jungkook before thrusting it in Changbin's face, "hos way of saying sorry about your broken screen."

"Actually, these donuts were for yo--"

"He just feels so bad about you having to do your artwork all over again, right Jungkook?" You throw him a pointed look, which caused Jungkook's brows to furrow in even more confusion as Changbin's dark eyes flickered between the two of you, not quite sure what to make of the situation.

It took a moment for Jungkook to mutter out a, "sure."

"I'd feel a whole lot better if you got out of my face," Changbin scowled at him then, and you quickly scurried in front of your friend with hands held up in a defensive manner.

Jungkook turned to you, "do you have to help him, Y/N? He doesn't seem to be very friendly to me--"

"You little shi--"

"Alright alright boys!” You flailed your arms around wildly in hopes that would deter any kind of fight, “I told you, Jungkook doesn’t know how to show his affection and gratefulness to other people. Don’t take it badly, Changbin, let’s just— “

“Statistically speaking, you shouldn’t hang out with people with violent tendencies. It’s dangerous,” Jungkook stated bluntly.

You threw him the angriest glare you could muster, causing the said man’s eyes to dart away. He couldn’t recognize social cues, but he did know for a fact what your angry face looked like. So he didn't fight when you pushed him out of the door while excusing yourself with Changbin and it was only when you were safely away from prying ears that you tried talking some sense into your friend.

"Don't mess with this, okay? I got it." You said in what you hoped was a convincing tone, "just go home and finish your homework. We have that art history essay due tomorrow."

Jungkook stared you down behind his glasses, "but Changbin is--"

"No it's fine, just go home. Everything will be fine if you go home."

"What if he hits you?"

"He won't."

"You will call me if he does?"

"Yes. I promise I will."

That seemed to satisfy Jungkook and you quickly propelled him out of the building before ushering back inside the lab just in time to catch Changbin doing his screenprint.

"Got rid of that loser yet?" His smirk was infuriating. It made you want to slap it off his face.

"Shut up and let me help you," you responded, rolling your eyes as you went to assist him. In truth, you were just secretly glad they didn't tear each other's throats out.

Not everyone understood Jungkook, and while that was fine, you just felt as though you were responsible for protecting him.

It was almost midnight when you finished cleaning up the studio and packed up all the tools and materials, that was when Changbin suggested you get something to eat. Deciding that your stomach was a priority, you agreed and settled at one of the small cheap restaurants that sold hot noodle soup, one of the rare finds open 24/7.

"Why're you friends with that guy?"

You glanced up from your soup, "you asked me that before, Changbin."

He took a sip of his, other hand fumbling with his chopsticks to gather some noodles, “and I’m asking you again. Why are you friends?” He took a bite of his noodles and grumbled appreciatively, “you like him or something?”

“That’s the stupidest thing I’ve heard coming out of your mouth,” you snorted as you slurped your noodles and chewed on the warmth that seeped into your chest. Noodles always tasted better in cold weather.

“Well he likes you.”

You almost choked on your noodles, “wha— where are you getting all this false information.”

“It’s written all over his face, Y/N,” Changbin rolled his eyes, “he wouldn’t be bringing you donuts if that were the case.”

“You’re wrong. He’s just kind. He always was,” the thought of you and Jungkook being together suddenly flashed before your eyes and heat flushed through your cheeks at the thought. He was your friend, he was the closest thing to home that you had now that you were in university, so it was just natural for you to gravitate towards the familiar.

“Bullshit. You don’t see the way he looks at you.”

“He doesn’t look at me like anything.”

Changbin merely chuckled, shaking his head before finishing his soup in silence. You were glad that he dropped it, knowing full well that you wouldn’t have been able to take it if he’d continuously found arguments to support his hypothesis. Jungkook couldn’t like you…could he? He was…odd and not the kind of man to look for things like relationships.

Then again, you’d never actually asked Jungkook how he felt about girls. Or relationships for that matter.

Which was why you had planned to corner him after your English lecture, rushing to the end of the corridor where you knew Jungkook had his design class with your bag barely closed and books clutched to your chest, only to find the said man wrapped up in an animated conversation with a stranger you’d never seen before.

The girl was beautiful. That was a given, with long glossy curls that fell to her waist and dyed light blonde, giving her the appearance of a fairy. She was wearing a pastel blue coat decked with white pants and boots to match, the perfect fashion icon for many, slightly smaller than you were so that her head had to tilt back every time she spoke to him.

You were about to swivel around — since they seemed to be in deep discussion — when Jungkook spotted you. His brown eyes lit up from behind his spectacles (it was kinda cute) and he grinned, dimple showing.

“Y/N,” he called your name and you had no other choice than to walk over, flashing him a weak smile, “this is Lee Sara. She’s in my design class. She’s also going to be an architect.”

“Hi,” Sara smiled. She was beautiful, “I’ve heard a lot about you.”

“Hi, nice to meet you,” you smiled back, eyes darting between the two before settling on Jungkook’s, “you ready to go?”

“Actually, Sara and I are going to get some boba,” Jungkook said.

“Oh,” you tried to hide the surprise on your face, “right. Uhm… I’ll see you later then.”

“Do you want to join us?” Sara asked kindly.

Jungkook was already turning away by then, probably too excited to get his drink to think about your feelings. He stopped mid-way, looked back at you, only to see you shake your head.

“I’m okay,” you smiled slightly, “see you two later. I gotta head to the library to study.”

Maybe it was the fact that Jungkook never used to socialize with girls before or that you never noticed, but you couldn’t help but feel slightly disoriented at the sudden switch in the situation, causing Changbin’s earlier words to resonate through your brain. Did Jungkook actually have romantic intentions towards girls.

Did he feel attracted to them? It had never crossed your mind before, but now that Changbin had it labeled as an option, it was as if you couldn’t get the thought out of your head.

And it wasn’t just a one-time occurrence. A few days later you found him cooped up in the library with Sara at his side as they studied the mathematical equations of buildings and helped each other out with their projects. You had joined for a bit, only to feel a bit left out by the conversation and thus opted out early in favour of escaping the rising awkwardness. Not that Jungkook noticed, he never noticed anything.

“Maybe you’re right.” You’d grumbled to Changbin during your art lab a few days later. You had arrived early to class, coffee still steaming in hand, to find the said young man already sitting inside with his final artwork labeled and ready to be submitted on the table.

He looked at you, an eyebrow raising in curiosity, “I’m right about many things,” a smirk graced his face, “do tell.”

“About Jungkook liking girls.”

“No. I said he liked you, that’s a different—“

“It doesn’t matter,” you cut him off, “he doesn’t like me. But he’s—I just realized that maybe he does want a girlfriend. Maybe.”

“What made you say that?”

“He’s been hanging out a lot with a classmate lately,” you shrugged, “it’s just—it feels weird. He never used to be so…social.”

“Good riddance,” Changbin’s smirk grew, which made you throw your pen at his head. It hit him straight on the forehead, “ow! Watch it, woman.”

It was for the best. Really, truly, that Jungkook was expanding his horizons and talking to new people. He couldn’t be in your shadow forever, after all. That was what you kept on repeating yourself as the thoughts replayed through your brain again and again and again. The realization was tough, but change was good. Right?

Change was needed.

And maybe you should change too.

———

"Pigs aren't cute. They bathe in mud and carry numerous bacteria and and these bacteria are transferred to humans."

"Pigs are cute!" You gasped, shoving your phone in Jungkook's face to show him an image of said animal, "look at their babies! They're so fluffy and like tiny and small--"

He pushed your hand away in disgust, "you have weird taste in cutness."

"They're this ugly pink but overall they're quite charming, don't you think?" You giggled as you keptbswiping for photo after photo, "oh gosh, look at this one! He has a bow on his head."

“Y/N you have a weird definition of cute.”

You chuckled, “and you are weird, full stop.”

A few days had passed ever since your encounter with Sara and you hadn’t mentioned anything about the said girl since, thinking that it was probably for the best. And plus, Jungkook had the complete right to do whatever he wanted with his life. Yup. You weren’t there to stop him from talking to a pretty girl.

Maybe you should worry about yourself instead, and try not to focus too much on how it was getting harder and harder to get Jungkook’s attention these days.

Not that anything had changed. You still went on your library study sessions and bought boba together after every art history lecture. You still ate friend chicken and pizza while streaming your favorite movie — the same one that Jungkook asked for every week — and you still hung out with each other as though everything was normal.

But you knew it was far from it, something that your social circle of friends also pointed out during one particular lunchtime.

“He’s so peculiar. How do you hang out with him?” asked your good friend Yoona. You had met her during orientation and the two of you had hung out together quite often ever since. She’d even tagged along to some of your famous movie night Fridays, “I mean, not to sound rude but he’s like the kind of guy you’d find in Internet cafes.”

“He’s not all that bad. You just don’t know him well,” you argued as you took a sip of your iced tea.

“Don’t you think he has a crush on you, Y/N?” Another friend, Jimin, asked. He was busy unwrapping his sandwich and flicked his fringe out of his eyes, cocking his head in a way that made you feel a little self-conscious.

Yoona chortled, “no way. I don’t see it. Although…when you think about it, it would make sense why they would end up together.”

“Right?” Jimin added, “it’s clear as day that you guys have feelings for each oth—“

“Bullshit,” you laughed, “I don’t know why you keep mentioning that. And plus, he’s hanging out with this new girl these days.”

“New girl? Who?” Yoona frowned.

“Her name’s Sara Lee. Heard of her before?”

“Oh,” Jimin straightens, “the pretty girl from architecture right? I think everyone’s heard of her. She’s like an influencer or something.”

“Well you know, if you dress up Jungkook nicely…” Yoona trailed off in thought, “I think he has potential.”

“You think? Girl, the ladies in my course have been eyeing him since the start of the new semester. That’s old news,” Jimin rolled his eyes as you stared them down, eyes darting from one face to another as the new information sunk in.

“Wait—“ you interrupted their flow of conversation, “are you—are you actually serious? Jungkook? Potential? What—“

“I’m surprised you haven’t seen it yet, Y/N,” Yoona said as she slurped down her drink, “I mean— this boy just has wardrobe issues. Nothing that a little bit of fixing can’t solve.”

Contrary to your friends, you had never actually thought of Jungkook— seen of him in this light. Which was why you decided to stare him down in your art history lecture right after lunch, cocking your head this way and that as you examined the angles of his face.

In truth, they were right. Jungkook did have potential to be handsome. Because even with those round glasses and that horrible side part of his, you could still catch a glimpse of his jaw line. His build was hidden, but yet still there underneath the curve of his shoulders. His back was broad, that you were sure of and you couldn’t help imagining how he would look like in a v-neck shirt—

Stop. Your slammed down on your thoughts like car brakes. This was Jungkook, for god’s sake. You’d known him as the annoying classmate in high school, the quirky friend who never wore sweaters or casual wear and was always decked in formal attire. This wasn’t about to change now.

“Y/N, you’ve been staring me down since the start of class and it’s starting to creep me out.”

Jungkook’s voice dragged you back to reality. You blinked, catching his eyes as warmth suddenly flushed through the back of your neck.

“Uh—yeah sorry. Was just lost in thought.” Lies. You were definitely checking him out. You wondered whether he actually knew what that word meant. You were just glad he wasn’t the best at reading physical body language or expressions for that matter.

“Can I ask you a question?” You asked suddenly.

He looked hesitant, but nodded.

“What do you think of Sara?”

“What do I think of Sara?” You watched his eyebrows pull into a frown, “I don’t think I understand this question, Y/N.”

“I mean—do you find Sara attractive? Like as a girl?”

Jungkook was silent for a long moment and though you were usually the best at reading him, the expression on his face was one that you couldn’t decipher.

It made your stomach curl with unease.

And when he finally spoke, you swore your stomach twisted in on itself.

“Sara is pretty.”

Your throat suddenly felt dry. You swallowed thickly, bit down onto your lower lip and tried to wonder what the fuck was wrong with you. It wasn’t like you liked Jungkook…right? Right?

“Would you date her?” You asked.

“I have not thought of it. But yes, she is, by every man’s standards, a very good candidate for a girlfriend.”

Ah. So he did know what it meant after all.

“But would you date her?”

“Probably. Yes.” He looked at you then, tilting his head to the side as though trying to decode what was going on inside that head of yours, “why do you ask?”

“Oh, nothing. No reason.” You tried to smile, lips lifting slightly at the corners in hopes that it would fool him.

It did. Without him knowing that somewhere along the seam of your heart was a small hole that ripped apart its seams.

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Part Two >>

[emo-philosopher]

IGCSE

Heyy everyone

So did CIE's IGCSE and *hair flip* got an A* in all my subjects.

So yeah I'm just tryna help. Fr.

Now listen u dont need to get an A* to be happy with ur grades. If those are ur goals then u go girl. If those are not u still go girl.

But my mum always says "Always aim higher than what u can get. Then you will reach the farthest u can go. Now go make another omelette for me."

Now a major thing I would do before an exam is open a candidate response, the qp, the ms and the examiner report.

Do each question, check with the markscheme, check the candidate response and assess where u are and then the examiner report.

I love this so much: https://paper.sc/

Examiner reports are a really underrated resource and are REALLY HELPFUL.

Use the 'IGCSE' reddit and discord server

IGCSE Notes – Soumya Pandey

Here are some of the resources I used and each subject tips

Maths:

Past papers past papers past pAPERS PAST PAPERS PAST PA-

Girl i cant tell u enough

Also makes sure to learn all the calculator tricks including the linear equations one, differentiation (the only ones I can think off the top of my head)

Make sure to practice past papers have good time management. Calm down during the exam. It'll all be fine.

(trust me i went and got bangs cause i was depressed about the way i wrote the exam and here we are)

Sciences:

Use the examiner report tip. Always always use the syllabus of each subject. And ofc past papers

Skill for Science Packs - Google Drive

Bio:

Drives:

IGCSE Biology (0610) notes from MS - Google Drive

bio

Chem:

Heather Houston - YouTube

IGCSE all chemical tests - YouTube

Drives:

chm

0620 Chemistry – Google Drive

Phy:

physics resources

Business:

Bs is one of the easist subjects cause of the repeated questions and the low thresholds. If there is one subject u wanna chose for fun let it be BS or EVM

EVM:

Smallest syllabus ever

Just do past papers you'll be fine

Ik everyone says that but thats cause its true

The same advice goes to ICT. Like the practicals are the easiest shit u can think of but a big mistake that people do is forget theory.

Study for theory and u get good marks.

English (1st language) :

My fav subject in IGCSE

It was sooo good

Always choose descriptive its just easier to score in

Go read books from good authors like Madelline Miller, Katherine Arden, and Ocean Vuong. Get phrases that u really like and copy them into a word document. Go through it before the exam and use it in the writing

You can also use: https://www.descriptionari.com/

Examiners' Secrets: Descriptive Writing (Mr Salles) - YouTube

Paper 1 video

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AND THATS ALL

To everyone doing their GCSE's

All the best

Just remember that it isnt everything. Year 10 and 11 is all about finding urself and having the time of ur life. I sure as hell did. And at the end of the day these results dont matter half as much as u think. Its not that they're not important. Its just that there are more important things in the world.

Go live ur best life before the A level train hits.

[terresdebrume]

The "skull numbing to the max but extremely useful in the long run" task of the day is inventorying the past IGCSE papers we have in our common drive + renaming all the files to something less obscure if you don't know how the exam works + recording which papers (or section of papers) were given to which IGCSE promotion so that we can

avoid giving them the same paper twice and

make it so people who don't know French can use the database to give the students something to do if they have to cover for me at the last minute

Now the question is do I link to each file from the database [think emoji]

[revisingpotato]

お久しぶり。

it’s been four years since i updated this blog, and five to six since i was last active in the studyblr fandom. a lot has happened since then, but life recap:

managed to keep my full scholarship during the entire four-year duration of my study in japan,

acquired other scholarships totaling over a million yen,

was representative of the indonesian student community in my university

did multiple internships, part-time jobs and research work in business / sustainability / web design / english teaching among others,

traveled more than 10 prefectures in japan, interacted vastly with local communities and students of all ages,

did my thesis on the impact of sustainability ⇆ fan culture and entertainment; two things i’m very passionate about,

acquired JLPT N1 and am using the language on a business level daily,

about to start my career in a major consulting firm in tokyo.

it wasn’t always smooth sailing, and i made sure to enjoy myself outside of uni and work (probably way too much as i was seeing a musical or attending a fandom event every other week lmao)

looking back, everything i did during my IGCSEs and IB hell - all the sleepless night and stacks of notes and hours spent revising and studying and doing past papers - were all so fucking worth it.

people say high school isn’t everything, that your grades don’t define the rest of your life - which is true! it definitely didn’t. but the study skills, the work ethic, the way i motivated and disciplined myself when times were tough, proved to keep me going wherever i was. 

i don’t think i’m particularly gifted or talented, nor do i have anything i’m highly skilled at despite all the experience i’ve gained throughout work and acads. but i sure can say that i’ve worked hard to achieve everything i did. i failed and stumbled many times along the way (job hunting stress was real; i probably applied to 50-100 companies), but somehow, i made it here.

and for the first time in a while, i think i’m happy with my life.

to all my fellow studyblrs and langblrs, i hope you’re having a good day and taking care of yourself. dreams do come true after all, i guess. who knew that me starting a little study blog eight years ago could lead me to the person i am today :)

[smoothmaths]

IGCSE Maths Sample Papers help you gain experience with mathematical calculations and help you feel more at ease with the way problems are phrased or structured. By using these sample papers, you can identify your areas of weakness when it comes to completing arithmetic questions.

[esme-studies]

2024 was an absolute dumpster fire of a year for exams

Literally the hardest papers to ever exist, kids doing these past papers will cry for our souls.

ALSO THE LEAKS !?!?

My maths alevels paper, the bio igcse paper, the chemistry alevels paper, the IB paper etc

WTF!?!?! WHO IS MAINTAINING THESE ISTG

[englishahead]

Mastering IGCSE English: Strategies for Exam Excellence

Achieving success in the IGCSE English exam requires a comprehensive approach encompassing various skills and strategies. In this guide, brought to you by EnglishAhead, we will delve into key aspects that will aid you in mastering the IGCSE English exam. By focusing on essential techniques, from reading and comprehension to crafting effective writing responses, we aim to equip you with the tools necessary for exam excellence.

Understanding the IGCSE English Exam - 

To excel in any exam, understanding its structure and requirements is crucial. The IGCSE English exam typically comprises reading, writing, and comprehension sections. Familiarize yourself with the exam format, marking criteria, and assessment objectives to tailor your preparation accordingly.

Reading and Comprehension Techniques - 

Compelling reading and comprehension skills are fundamental to success. Develop a habit of active reading, engaging with the text to extract key information. Practice skimming and scanning to identify main ideas and details quickly. Additionally, focus on understanding the author's tone, purpose, and the overall context of the passage.

Crafting Effective Writing Responses - 

Mastering writing skills is vital for success in the IGCSE English exam. Practice constructing clear and coherent essays with well-structured arguments. Pay attention to grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Use varied vocabulary to enhance your writing. Practice time management to complete the writing tasks within the allocated time.

Developing Vocabulary and Language Skills -

A rich vocabulary and strong language skills contribute significantly to exam success. Regularly expand your vocabulary by reading diverse materials and noting down unfamiliar words. Utilize these words in your writing to demonstrate a command of language. Practice grammar exercises to refine your language skills and enhance overall proficiency.

Time Management and Exam Preparation -

Efficient time management is crucial during the exam. Develop a study schedule that allocates time to each section of the exam. Practice timed mock exams to simulate actual test conditions. Identify your strengths and weaknesses, focusing on improving areas where you need more practice. Utilize past papers to familiarize yourself with the question formats and refine your exam strategy.

Tips for Handling Different Question Types -

The IGCSE English exam features various question types, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and essay questions. Tailor your preparation to each question type. Practice answering sample questions to understand the format and practice time allocation. Develop strategies for approaching different questions, ensuring you can confidently navigate the exam.

Conclusion -

Mastering the IGCSE English exam requires a holistic approach that combines reading, writing, comprehension, and language skills. Following the strategies outlined in this guide can enhance your exam preparation and increase your chances of achieving excellence. Remember, consistent practice and focused effort are key to success.

FAQs

Q1: How can I improve my reading speed for the IGCSE English exam?

A1: Practice active reading techniques, such as skimming and scanning. Set aside dedicated time for daily reading to build speed and comprehension.

Q2: What should I focus on when crafting an effective writing response?

A2: Pay attention to structure, coherence, and grammar. Use varied vocabulary to showcase your language skills. Practice timed writing exercises to improve efficiency.

Q3: How can I enhance my vocabulary for the exam?

A3: Read a wide range of materials and maintain a vocabulary journal. Use new words in your writing to reinforce your understanding and application.

Q4: Any tips for managing time during the exam?

A4: Develop a realistic study schedule, practice timed mock exams, and prioritize your time based on the weightage of each section in the exam.

Q5: How can I handle different question types effectively?

A5: Familiarize yourself with the format of each question type. Practice answering sample questions and develop specific strategies for each type to approach them confidently.

[kiyalearning01]

IGCSE Exam Preparation in Singapore: How Kiya Learning Can Help You Succeed

The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is a widely recognized international qualification, offering students the chance to study a broad curriculum with a strong focus on academic excellence. Students who opt for the IGCSE are typically looking to build a solid foundation for their future, whether it be further education, entering the workforce, or pursuing specialized skills. However, the IGCSE exam in singapore can be challenging, and adequate preparation is key to achieving success. This is where Kiya Learning steps in, offering comprehensive support to students aiming to excel in the IGCSE exams in Singapore.

Understanding the IGCSE Examination

The IGCSE is an academically rigorous exam, offering a wide variety of subjects across different fields, including Mathematics, Science, Languages, Humanities, and the Arts. The exam is globally recognized, with schools around the world offering the qualification. It prepares students for A-Levels, vocational qualifications, and even university entry.

One of the key features of the IGCSE is its international focus. The curriculum encourages students to learn in a global context, enabling them to think critically, develop problem-solving skills, and engage with a range of complex subjects.

In Singapore, IGCSE exams are administered by various international schools and private tutoring centers. As the education landscape becomes more competitive, it is essential for students to prepare thoroughly, ensuring they have the necessary skills and confidence to tackle the rigorous demands of the exams.

The Importance of IGCSE Exam Preparation

When preparing for the IGCSE exams, it's not just about understanding the subjects; it’s also about mastering exam techniques, time management, and strategic studying. A focused study plan can help students improve their performance and reduce the stress and anxiety that often accompany exams.

Key Aspects of Effective IGCSE Exam Preparation

Time Management: One of the most critical aspects of preparing for the IGCSE exams is time management. With numerous subjects to study, students must prioritize their workload, allocate enough time for each subject, and stick to a timetable. This ensures that they don't rush through topics and have ample time to revise.

Subject Mastery: To perform well in the IGCSE exams, students need to have a deep understanding of the syllabus for each subject. Many students struggle with certain topics and need extra help outside of regular school hours.

Exam Strategy: Success in IGCSE exams isn’t only about what you know; it’s also about how well you can demonstrate your knowledge. Developing effective exam strategies, such as understanding how to structure essays, manage multiple-choice questions, and approach problem-solving questions, is crucial.

Mock Exams and Practice Papers: One of the best ways to prepare for the IGCSE exams is by regularly practicing with past papers and mock exams. This helps students familiarize themselves with the exam format, understand the types of questions they’ll encounter, and improve their speed and accuracy.

Confidence Building: Exam anxiety can be overwhelming, but with the right preparation, students can gain the confidence they need to perform well. A comprehensive revision schedule and personalized support help build confidence and reduce pre-exam nerves.

Why Choose Kiya Learning for IGCSE Exam Preparation?

Kiya Learning, a leading tutoring center in Singapore, specializes in providing tailored IGCSE exam preparation. The center offers expert tutoring across a variety of subjects and is known for its personalized approach, which is critical in ensuring that every student receives the attention and support they need to succeed.

1. Experienced Tutors with IGCSE Expertise

Kiya Learning’s team of experienced tutors is highly qualified and well-versed in the IGCSE syllabus. They understand the challenges students face and offer personalized tuition to help students build their knowledge base and master the skills needed for the exams. Tutors provide in-depth subject knowledge and offer expert guidance, explaining difficult concepts in easy-to-understand terms.

The tutors at Kiya Learning are not only academically qualified but also have experience working with IGCSE students, so they are adept at offering specific exam techniques and tips that can help improve student performance. Whether students need help in mathematics, sciences, languages, or humanities, the tutors at Kiya Learning can provide expert coaching.

2. Tailored Study Plans and Progress Tracking

One of the standout features of Kiya Learning is its commitment to providing customized learning experiences. Each student receives a personalized study plan based on their individual needs, learning pace, and strengths and weaknesses. This ensures that each student can focus on areas that require the most attention and make steady progress toward their goals.

The tutors track progress regularly, providing feedback and adjusting study plans as needed. This continuous tracking helps students stay on course, reassures them that they’re making progress, and ensures they stay motivated throughout their preparation.

3. Interactive and Engaging Learning Environment

At Kiya Learning, learning is not just about rote memorization and passive listening. Tutors encourage interactive and engaging learning, where students actively participate in discussions, problem-solving activities, and real-life applications of their knowledge. This helps deepen understanding and makes the learning experience more enjoyable.

Whether through online classes or face-to-face sessions, Kiya Learning fosters a positive and supportive environment that motivates students to actively engage with the material. The goal is not just to prepare students for exams but to inspire them to appreciate the learning process itself.

4. Comprehensive Revision Support

Kiya Learning offers comprehensive revision packages for IGCSE students, including the use of practice papers, mock exams, and revision notes. These materials are designed to help students familiarize themselves with the exam format and develop time management strategies.

Regular mock exams are held to simulate real exam conditions, allowing students to assess their readiness. These mock exams give students valuable feedback, helping them understand their strengths and areas for improvement.

5. Focus on Building Exam Confidence

Exam anxiety is common among students preparing for the IGCSE exams, and Kiya Learning understands how to help students manage this. Through personalized coaching, regular practice, and positive reinforcement, Kiya Learning ensures that students build the confidence needed to tackle their exams with a calm and focused mindset.

IGCSE Subjects Offered at Kiya Learning

Kiya Learning offers tuition for a wide range of IGCSE subjects, including:

Mathematics (Core and Extended): Covers algebra, geometry, statistics, and calculus.

Physics, Chemistry, and Biology: For students seeking a solid foundation in the sciences.

English Language and Literature: Focuses on improving writing, reading, and analytical skills.

History, Geography, and Social Studies: Helps students develop critical thinking and analytical skills.

Foreign Languages: Including French, Spanish, and Chinese.

Business Studies, Economics, and Accounting: For students interested in the social sciences and business field.

Computer Science: Helps students understand coding, algorithms, and computer systems.

No matter which subjects students choose, Kiya Learning’s tutors can provide expert coaching, ensuring they’re well-prepared for their exams.

Success Stories: Students Who Excelled with Kiya Learning

Many students who have attended Kiya Learning for IGCSE preparation have gone on to achieve outstanding results. Here are a few success stories:

Sarah, IGCSE Mathematics Sarah had always struggled with mathematics and was unsure about her ability to do well in the IGCSE exam. After enrolling at Kiya Learning, she received tailored lessons and extra practice materials. Her tutor identified areas where she needed improvement, and with continuous support and mock exams, Sarah significantly improved her grades. She went on to score an A* in her IGCSE Mathematics exam.

Daniel, IGCSE Physics Daniel had a natural aptitude for science but found IGCSE Physics particularly challenging. Kiya Learning’s tutors provided him with a deeper understanding of the subject, helping him approach complex concepts with ease. With dedicated preparation, Daniel achieved top marks in his Physics exam, earning a place at a prestigious university to study engineering.

Nina, IGCSE English Language and Literature Nina struggled with essay writing and reading comprehension. After attending IGCSE English tuition at Kiya Learning, Nina’s confidence improved as she learned how to structure her essays and tackle challenging literature analysis questions. Her grades improved dramatically, and she achieved an A* in both English Language and English Literature.

Conclusion: The Path to IGCSE Success with Kiya Learning

IGCSE exam preparation requires dedication, time, and a tailored approach. Kiya Learning offers students the support, resources, and expertise they need to excel in their exams. By enrolling at Kiya Learning, students can ensure they are thoroughly prepared to tackle the challenges of the IGCSE exams with confidence and skill.

With expert tutors, personalized study plans, and a focus on building exam confidence, Kiya Learning is the ideal choice for students in Singapore who want to succeed in their IGCSE exams.

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