📚 Introduction
You don’t always need to spend money on expensive tuition to do well in your PSLE English. There are many FREE resources online that are just as good, if not better, when used correctly.
1. Recommended E-books
- “Cheat Sheet” (Downloadable from PrepViVo’s menu bar) – A quick reference guide to all the grammar rules you need to memorize before the exam, high-scoring phrases to boost your situational and continuous writing marks instantly, idioms and proverbs.
2. Free Websites
- Khan Academy: While it is mostly for Math, they have an excellent reading comprehension section with passages that improve your critical reading skills.
- British Council Kids: This website has fantastic reading passages designed specifically for young learners, complete with professional comprehension questions and answer keys.
3. PrepViVo’s Vocabulary Vault
Our own Vocabulary Vault has over 300 words specifically chosen from past PSLE syllabus exams. It doesn’t just show you the word; it gives you the definition, an example sentence, and even synonyms.
Pro-tip: Use the “Quiz Mode” in the vault to test yourself every morning for just 5 minutes. This daily exposure is the fastest way to build a massive word bank.
4. Use Google Like a Pro
When you are doing homework and you find an idiom you don’t know, don’t just skip it. Use Google!
The Magic Search: Type into Google: “Idiom meaning example sentence”
- Example search: “Break a leg meaning example sentence”
- Google will show you the definition, the origin, and 3 clear, easy-to-understand examples. Reading the examples is the best way to understand the context. Try to write your own sentence using the new idiom to cement it into your brain!
🏁 Conclusion
You have all the tools you need to succeed. Use these resources wisely and consistently!
Key Takeaways
- Use free e-books and online resources
- Practice with PrepViVo’s Vocabulary Vault daily
- Search idioms online to understand context
- Write your own sentences to reinforce learning