English is often considered difficult, uninteresting and generally tedious to learn. But English is not just a language or a chore; English is one of the most useful tools for communication, for various forms of entertainment and, of course, for further learning. The list of possibilities that open up when we have a good command of English is endless. So how can we make sure the learning process doesn`t require you to bang your head against the wall for hours or give up halfway due to a complete lack of interest? Well, that`s where HIPPO comes in! The HIPPO International English Olympiad brings International English to the next generation and focuses on learning the language from the basics to the advanced level. The aim of the competition is to test participants not only in theoretical English skills, but also in practical applications. How can I prepare for HIPPO? Learn and use English as your favorite pastime: It is very important that you have a strong exposure to the language, whether through books, movies, games and general activities. The best thing about English is that it`s everywhere! Don`t be intimidated by looking at thick books, complicated blocks of text, and nightmarish grammatical rules. In-depth knowledge of the program: Make sure you are proficient in all subjects. You should have a general knowledge of the subjects of the CEFR. Practice the questions on the topics, master the basic grammatical concepts and of course read, read and read on! Practice, practice and practice! As the saying goes, there is no glory in practice, but there is no glory without practice.

Learning to sing or play a musical instrument requires constant practice to achieve a high degree of eloquence. Similarly, when learning English, it would be extremely helpful if you used the language in various forms of communication and read it extensively. Interact with others who are fluent in English and will help you understand your strengths and weaknesses. Stay motivated by rewarding yourself every time you reach a new goal: Being mentally confident and prepared is the key to success at the Olympics or any competition. Therefore, it is necessary to have an optimistic and confident attitude if the goal is to achieve a high score in HIPPO. Build the right attitude within yourself once you are academically prepared. Review your notes, important topics or sub-topics, review important questions, and most importantly, don`t forget to take an occasional break to relieve stress and reward yourself enough! HIPPO Past Years Practice and get to know the type of frequently asked questions from the sample of previous years on our www.hippo-olympiad.org/eng/practice.html website. HIPPO International English Olympiad Student Registration Students can register for the next competition, the HIPPO International English Olympiad 2022 by english.edu.my/hippo The first edition took place in 2012 with about 5,000 students from 6 countries and 44 finalists. As the number of participating students has increased over the years, the semi-final round was introduced in 2016. The 2022 edition had 184 finalists from nearly 54 different countries and took place both online and on-site. Preparation for the annual HIPPO International English Olympiad *The date of the semi-finals is not available for European countries.