Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with examination in British Collocation
examination
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
happening at a particular stage
The students all scored high marks in their final examinations.
of a particular type
At the school, success in public examinations is considered essential.
lasting a particular time
You will be assessed by a three-hour written examination.
prepare an examination for students
Most of the university examinations are held in May.
do an examination
The students normally sit the final examination at the age of 17 or 18.
do an examination again after failing
In this case, you are likely to have to resit the examination or complete an other assignment.
be successful in an examination
You may be required to pass an examination.
be unsuccessful in an examination
If you fail an examination or coursework, you are required to take a resit in that subject at the next available session.
prepare for an examination
Good short-term memory is useful for students when studying for examinations.
set of questions
The assessment consists of an examination paper covering all three units of the course.
student’s set of written answers
It is University policy not to return examination scripts to students.
preparation for an examination
Do you need help with your examination preparation?
student’s score in an examination
The prize is awarded for the highest examination mark in History.