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6 Unit 01 | Ready to rumble Read the text about time management. Some parts are missing. Choose the correct part (A–L) for each gap (1–9). There are two extra parts that you should not use. Write your answers in the boxes provided. The first one (0) has been done for you. READING 5 How to manage your time well Set goals and priorities. One of the most challenging aspects of school life is striking the right balance between your school and social life. With so many demands on your time, it’s imperative to have clear goals and use them to (0) . One of your top priorities is your education, the other should be you. Keep a list of your priorities, this helps you distinguish between what you want to do and what you need to do to meet your overarching goal. Make and keep a schedule. Draw up a schedule based on current projects or exams and your other interests to make sure you have enough time to (1) and your friends/family. Schedule in chunks of time for school first, and then fill in everything else around it. Leave some flexibility in your schedule – your homework might take longer, or you might want to (2) with your friends – to ensure you find that (3) . Once you’ve created a plan to achieve your goals and priorities, stick to it. Keep a calendar. There’s no way to remember it all, so you (4) ! Use your phone, a paper or book planner, or buy a wall-hanging calendar so you can (5) . Calendars are great visual support because at a glance, you’ll know whether your upcoming week is busy or not. Calendars are also useful to remind you of assignments or obligations you might forget. If you have an exam on Friday and need four hours to study for it, you (6) on each day of that week. It’s not realistic to think that you can work all day, every day. Your brain needs a break, too! Make sure that you are also a priority and allow yourself time to have some fun, do some sports, or just hang out with friends. Doing (7) will improve your productivity when studying. Learn to say ‘no’ sometimes. Being on the volleyball team, singing in the school choir, volunteering at a youth club, and holding a part-time job might be too much. If you’re overwhelmed, you sometimes (8) and make the decision to step back. You must be careful with this, though. If you have made a commitment for a certain amount of time, it is (9) , especially if the group depends on you for something. Knowing when to say ‘yes’ is also important. Your school might offer good cultural opportunities, like trips to exhibitions, so take advantage of what if offers. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 D A perfect balance in your life G focus on both schoolwork B spend a little extra time H help you require C things that are enjoyable I should block off an hour D set your priorities J need to write it down E keep track of important dates K important to follow through F must not forget L have to look at your obligations Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eig ntum d s Verlags öbv