This is almost unbelievable.
IT IS the exam tip that does not feature in any school revision guide. But if you want to claw your way to the top of the class, then arrange an unfortunate accident for the cat.
New guidelines on examination performance suggest that the death of a family pet could be more beneficial than a spot of last-minute revision. ...
If a pet dies on the day of the exam, pupils can expect a 2 per cent mark-up on their result. If it is the day before, they will get 1 per cent extra.
Claire Ellis, a spokeswoman for the Assessment and Qualifications Alliance, one of the three exam authorities formed the new guidelines, said: "These guidelines are an attempt to quantify the various circumstances and ensure consistency across the boards.
What if I really loved my cat? Would that be worth extra credit? What if my cat and my dog died at the same time and my grief is not additive but quadratic?
HT to John Palmer.