Practice English daily. The more you use and communicate in English, the more you learn, and the easier your test will be. Write emails with a native English-speaking pen pal or listen to an English-speaking television program daily. Watch shows that frequently use academic language such as those on the History Channel or Discovery Channel. Read English newspapers and websites. When you hear or read a new word, write it down in a journal and practice it daily until you can use it well.
The test takes two to four hours to complete. Start with shorter study sessions and work your way up to longer ones to build stamina. In addition, take several practice exams beforehand to see what you need to practice most. Familiarize yourself with the test format and research the score requirements for the university or colleges you want to attend to know what kind of goal you need to set for yourself.
Dress comfortably in layers to prepare for any room temperature. Get a good night's sleep to prevent fatigue. Eat a good breakfast before the test to avoid hunger pangs during the actual test. Read all of the directions before beginning the test to avoid confusion.
Pace yourself while you are taking the test. Do not rush through questions, but do not linger on one for too long. Wear a watch so you can keep up a good pace. Answer every question, even if you are unsure of the answer. You do not get penalized for incorrect answers, so it is better to guess. If you aren't sure about an answer, try using the process of elimination to decide which answers are probably wrong to increase your chances of choosing the right answer.