In an interview, Slovak language instructor Vanesa Mehesová from the Cielene educational center highlights the critical role of reading comprehension in achieving success in entrance exams for talent schools, which are approaching soon. She explains that students frequently make simple mistakes when they misinterpret negatively formulated questions due to lack of attention. Mehesová asserts that half of the exam success relies on precise reading of the task, rather than solely on knowledge acquisition.

As the first test date for these entrance exams approaches on March 23rd, Mehesová offers insightful strategies for students. She advises them on how to effectively use the initial 15 minutes of the test to quickly accumulate points while managing stress levels. Additionally, she discusses strategies for guessing answers when appropriate, highlights particular words and tasks that require careful attention, and shares methods for providing constructive feedback to students during their learning process.

The article also includes examples of questions from model entrance exams associated with the Cielene center, along with correct answers provided at the end. These examples help to prepare students for the types of questions they might face, allowing them to enter the exam setting with confidence and a well-structured approach to maximize their results and minimize unnecessary errors.