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Iwate Entrance Science study plan

Iwate Entrance Science · Give each week a clear focus.

8 weeks · About 6 hours per week

Week 1

Mathematics (algebra, geometry, calculus, sequences)

  • Solve 40 algebra problems covering quadratics, simultaneous equations, and inequalities, writing each step without skipping algebra

  • Derive and apply the quadratic formula and discriminant to classify root types across 15 problems

  • Produce a one-page error log of every algebra mistake made this week with the corrected reasoning

  • Re-solve all missed problems from memory after a 48-hour delay

Your checkpoint

A 40-problem algebra set fully worked, with a corrected error log

Week 2

Mathematics (algebra, geometry, calculus, sequences)

  • Solve 30 geometry problems on triangle congruence, circle theorems, and coordinate geometry

  • Compute areas, volumes, and angles for 10 composite figures without a formula sheet

  • Sketch 10 coordinate-plane figures and verify results algebraically

  • Time yourself on a 20-minute mixed geometry set and record the score

Your checkpoint

A timed 20-minute geometry set scored and annotated with corrections

Week 3

Mathematics (algebra, geometry, calculus, sequences) & Physics (mechanics, waves, electromagnetism, thermodynamics)

  • Differentiate and integrate 30 functions including chain, product, and quotient rules

  • Apply derivatives to 10 max/min and rate-of-change problems

  • Solve 15 arithmetic and geometric sequence problems, including sums to n terms and limits

  • Set up and solve 10 free-body-diagram problems using Newton's laws

Your checkpoint

A 30-problem calculus and sequences set plus a 10-problem mechanics set, both fully worked

Week 4

Physics (mechanics, waves, electromagnetism, thermodynamics)

  • Solve 20 mechanics problems on projectile motion, momentum, and energy conservation

  • Compute wave properties: frequency, wavelength, speed, and standing-wave harmonics in 15 problems

  • Apply Ohm's law and Kirchhoff's rules to 10 DC circuits

  • Explain the first law of thermodynamics and solve 8 gas-law and heat problems

Your checkpoint

A one-page formula sheet for mechanics, waves, electricity, and thermodynamics with worked examples

Week 5

Chemistry (structure and bonding, reactions, organic and inorganic)

  • Draw Lewis structures and predict molecular geometry for 25 molecules using VSEPR

  • Balance 20 redox and acid-base equations, identifying oxidizing and reducing agents

  • Classify 30 organic compounds by functional group and predict two reactions for each class

  • Build a periodic-trend summary table covering atomic radius, electronegativity, and ionization energy

Your checkpoint

A 25-molecule structure-and-geometry worksheet with a functional-group reference table

Week 6

Biology (cells, genetics, evolution, ecosystems) & Scientific reasoning and data interpretation

  • Diagram cell structures and describe the stages of mitosis and meiosis from memory

  • Solve 20 genetics problems using Punnett squares and pedigree analysis

  • Explain natural selection and speciation with three worked examples

  • Interpret 10 data tables and graphs, stating the trend, the evidence, and one limitation for each

Your checkpoint

A 20-problem genetics set plus a data-interpretation log of 10 annotated graphs

Week 7

Scientific reasoning and data interpretation & Experimental design and laboratory skills

  • Design three controlled experiments, specifying variables, controls, and a sampling plan

  • Evaluate five flawed experimental scenarios and propose a corrected design for each

  • Practice lab calculations: dilution, concentration, percentage error, and significant figures

  • Interpret a full mock data set and write a 150-word conclusion citing the evidence

Your checkpoint

Three complete experiment-design write-ups with variables, controls, and a data-analysis plan

Week 8

Mathematics (algebra, geometry, calculus, sequences) & Physics (mechanics, waves, electromagnetism, thermodynamics) & Chemistry (structure and bonding, reactions, organic and inorganic) & Biology (cells, genetics, evolution, ecosystems) & Scientific reasoning and data interpretation & Experimental design and laboratory skills

  • Take two full-length timed mock exams under exam conditions and score them by domain

  • Re-solve every missed item and group errors by domain to find the weakest two

  • Drill the two weakest domains with 30 targeted problems each

  • Write a final one-page summary of formulas and recurring traps for each domain

Your checkpoint

Two scored mock exams with a domain-by-domain error analysis and a final one-page review sheet

Milestones

Week 2: Score at least 70% on a self-made 20-problem algebra and geometry set under timed conditions

Week 4: Score at least 65% on a mixed mathematics and physics set and show the formula sheet is usable without notes

Week 6: Score at least 70% on a chemistry, biology, and data-interpretation set and explain every wrong answer in writing

Week 8: Score at least 75% on both full mock exams with no domain below 60%