Southern Province Past Papers for Grades 6-13

The Department of Education in the Southern Province makes these term test papers. They are a great tool for students in Sri Lanka. The papers cover the Galle, Matara, and Hambantota areas and follow the national curriculum.

This collection has papers from the main provincial department and zonal offices. You'll find papers from the Galle, Matara, and Hambantota education zones. This gives you a wide range of practice materials.

These papers are very helpful if you're studying for your O/L and A/L exams. They help you check how prepared you are and learn how to manage your time. This page has a free collection of papers and marking schemes from Grade 6 to 13 for you to download.

A/L Term Test Papers (Southern Province)

The A/L exam is for Grades 12 and 13. It's a very important test that helps decide your future career and university options. Practicing with these term test papers is a good way to get ready.

This section has A/L papers from the Southern Province. They are sorted by grade and then by subject area, like Science, Commerce, and Arts.

Grade 13 Papers

The Grade 13 tests, especially the 3rd term test, are like a final practice for the national A/L exam. They cover the full two-year syllabus. We have papers for subjects like Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Sinhala.

Physical Science Papers

This stream covers Combined Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. The papers test your knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Table: Grade 13 Physical Science Term Test Papers

Biological Science Papers

This stream combines Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. The papers check your understanding of biological systems and chemical processes.

Table: Grade 13 Biological Science Term Test Papers

Commerce Papers

The Commerce stream is a popular choice that includes Accounting, Business Studies, and Economics. These papers test your skills in finance and economic ideas.

Table: Grade 13 Commerce Term Test Papers

Arts Papers

The Arts stream offers many subjects, including languages and social sciences. These papers check your thinking and writing skills.

Table: Grade 13 Arts Term Test Papers

Grade 12 Papers

Grade 12 is the first year of A/L study. These tests are important for building a strong foundation. They cover the basic topics you need for Grade 13.

Physical Science Papers

These papers test the main ideas taught in the first year of the Physical Science stream.

Table: Grade 12 Physical Science Term Test Papers

Biological Science Papers

This table contains papers for the first-year subjects of the Biological Science stream.

Table: Grade 12 Biological Science Term Test Papers

Commerce Papers

These papers cover the main topics in Accounting, Business Studies, and Economics for Grade 12 students.

Table: Grade 12 Commerce Term Test Papers

Arts Papers

This collection provides the first-year exam papers for students in the Arts stream.

Table: Grade 12 Arts Term Test Papers

O/L Term Test Papers (Southern Province)

The O/L exam is the first big national test for students in Grades 10 and 11. The term tests from the Southern Province are very important for practice.

The Grade 11 3rd Term Test is often seen as the best mock exam before the real O/L. This collection includes these tough Zonal papers. They give you a good idea of what the final national exam will be like.

Grade 11 Papers

This is the final year of practice for the O/L. The papers test the entire two-year syllabus. This collection has papers from different years for key subjects like Math, English, and Science.

Table: Grade 11 Term Test Paper Downloads

Grade 10 Papers

Grade 10 is the start of the O/L syllabus. These papers help you get used to the new exam style. You can find papers for subjects like Science from different terms and years.

Table: Grade 10 Term Test Paper Downloads

Junior Grades (6-9) Term Test Papers

A good start in the junior grades helps with O/L and A/L exams later. The papers for Grades 6, 7, 8, and 9 help build a strong base. Using these papers helps you learn exam skills early.

Grade 9 Papers

Grade 9 is an important year to get ready for the O/L syllabus. This collection has papers for key subjects like Science and Math.

Table: Grade 9 Term Test Paper Downloads

Grade 8 Papers

These papers test what you've learned in Grade 8. They can help you get stronger in your main subjects.

Table: Grade 8 Term Test Paper Downloads

Grade 7 Papers

Here you can find term test papers for Grade 7, covering all main subjects.

Table: Grade 7 Term Test Paper Downloads

Grade 6 Papers

Grade 6 is the first year of secondary school. These papers help you get used to new subjects.

Table: Grade 6 Term Test Paper Downloads

How to Get the Most Out of These Papers

This guide shows you how to use these past papers to actively learn. It's better than just reading them. This is how you can prepare for your exams.

Practice Like It's a Real Exam

The best way to study is to pretend you are taking the real test. Set a timer for the same amount of time as the exam. Find a quiet place and put away your notes and phone.

This kind of practice helps you build up your focus for the real thing. It also makes you less nervous on exam day because the situation will feel familiar.

Find Your Weak Spots

A practice test helps you see what you don't know yet. After you finish, look for three types of questions.

1. Questions you could not answer at all.
2. Questions where you were not sure about your answer.
3. Questions you got right but took too much time.

This makes a personal study list. It helps you focus your time on the topics where you need the most help.

Learn the Exam Format

Exams test what you know and how you use that knowledge. If you look at several past papers, you will start to see patterns.

Look for these things in the papers:

• What topics show up almost every time?
• How many marks are given for different question types?
• How are the questions usually worded?

This helps you think like the person who made the exam. You can focus your studying on the topics most likely to be on the test.

Use the Marking Schemes to Learn

This is the most important part, but many students skip it. If you get an answer wrong, you need to understand why. Use the marking scheme to see the correct answer.

But don't stop there. Go back to your textbook or notes to review the topic. This fixes your mistake and helps you remember the correct information.

The marking scheme also shows you the best way to answer. You can see the keywords and steps needed to get full marks.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Here are answers to some common questions about these papers.

Are these official papers?

Yes, these are official papers from the Southern Provincial Department of Education and its local offices. They are the real tests given to students in the province. This makes them a great resource for studying.

Do all papers have marking schemes?

We provide marking schemes or answer keys when they are available. Sometimes, the education departments don't release them with the paper. We update the page when new answer keys become available.

How often do you add new papers?

This page is updated regularly. We add new papers after each school term ends. We will keep adding new papers to make sure the collection is up to date.

More Resources to Help You

LankaTricks has other helpful guides. You can find lessons, more past papers, and career advice. Here's a look at what else you can find.

1. G.C.E. A/L Past Papers

After practicing with these term papers, you should try the national exam papers. We have a full collection of G.C.E. Advanced Level past papers. They are great for your final exam practice.

2. e-Learning and Tutorials

If you find topics that are hard for you, our e-Learning section can help. It has tutorials, notes, and video lessons. They are made to help you understand difficult subjects.

3. Career Guidance

Exams help you prepare for your future. Our Career Guidance section has advice for students and parents. You can learn about A/L streams, university courses, and jobs in Sri Lanka.