system
prepared: I always studied hard before final exams.  I can't remember a time I wasn't prepared to pass a test and an A.
human
I studied very hard before exams. I tried to make sure I was always prepared. 
human
That's so nice of you. Hardwork pays
human
Yes, being prepared was always important to me. It did pay off as you say.
human
Oh yeah, you must be a brilliant student