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What kinds of questions do tutors ask you in the interview?

Well, that is a good question! I am sure you have heard horror stories about the kinds of questions which they ask you! They might seem random, but they are actually designed that way for two main reasons...

Answered by Rosa D. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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A windowless room contains 3 light bulbs, each connected to a switch outside the room. You can flip any of the switches in any order. You can then enter and look at the lights, but not touch the switches again. Which switch controls which light?

Flip on switches 1 & 2, wait a moment and switch off number 2. Enter the room. Whichever bulb is on is wired to switch 1, whichever is off and hot is wired to switch number 2, and the third is wired t...

Answered by Emily F. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What is the molar concentration of a solution of pure water?

Concentration (mol/dm3) = (density (g/dm3)) / (molecular mass (g/mol))

The density of water = 1000 g/dm3

The molecular mass of H2O = (21 g/mol...

Answered by Joshua D. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What do Oxbridge interviewers look for in a prospective student?

The main thing to remember is that there are no trick questions, the interviewers are not looking to trip you up – they are simply trying to understand the person behind the UCAS form and get a feel for t...

Answered by Sophy L. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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Why do you want to read Geography at Cambridge?

Why Geography: the answer to this I think is the most important answer that will give the interviewers either a good or a bad impression of you. Most of the questions after this, will be shaped heavily on...

Answered by Nilufa A. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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