Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
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It’s not easy to manage school and life, but with some good time (1) ________________ techniques, it’s possible to (2) ________________ a study-life balance. Here are some tips for secondary-school students. Firstly, (3) ___________________ a schedule. Plan your week in advance, allocating specific times for studying, attending classes, and doing homework. You should also include breaks and time for (4) ___________________ or hobbies. Secondly, learn to prioritise. You should identify the most important tasks and focus on those first. If necessary, you can (5) ___________________ less urgent activities until you’ve finished your important tasks. Remember that it’s okay to say no sometimes if you feel overwhelmed. Thirdly, take (6) ___________________ of any free time during the day. For example, you can use long bus journeys to read or review notes. It is also (7) ___________________ to get small tasks done during short breaks between classes. Finally, don’t be too (8) ___________________ on yourself if you can’t do everything perfectly. It’s normal to occasionally feel (9) ____________ out. In these situations, you can consider talking to a teacher or school (10) ___________________ for support.