My best score is 162 but I'm not scoring that consistently. I have a major issue with stamina. The longer the test goes on the worse I become. To be fair during section 4 someone at library started talking near me which threw me off completely for the rest of the section but this is a pattern for me. How do I keep my accuracy up as the tests progress??? I am not improving and its been about two months that I've been studying daily and PTing weekly. Any insight or tips appreciated because i feel like a failure.
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Hello,
I totally hear you! Maintaining focus throughout a 2-hour and 20-minute exam is exhausting. It is great that you are simulating full conditions now so that you can be fully prepared for the actual exam.
For now, instead of forcing the strict 10-minute break, try giving yourself 15 to 20 minutes for your next few PTs. That extra time can help your brain fully reset so the second half feels like a fresh start. Once that feels comfortable, gradually reduce the break by a few minutes each week until you are back down to the official 10 minutes.
Also, getting thrown off by someone talking in the library is normal; and honestly, it actually helps to train yourself under such environment, in case anything occurs at the actual test center! To really enhance your focus, try intentionally studying in slightly noisy environments (like a busy café).
You have the skills to get that 162; now we just need to train your brain's endurance like a muscle. I hope this helps, and best of luck!