Gives you the power to overcome entrance exams! Short quotes by great and famous people.

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If we’re talking about the first major turning point that shapes our future, isn’t it entrance exams? Of course, they don’t determine everything in life, but there is meaning in setting a goal and facing it head-on, and what you gain from taking on the challenge becomes a great source of confidence.

Still, because you keep expending a tremendous amount of energy, there are times when you’ll want something to lean on.

So this time, we’re introducing short yet profound quotes that will give you strength as you approach your exams.

From words that give you a push to those that stay by your side, we hope you’ll find the ones that suit you.

Gives you the power to overcome entrance exams! Short quotes by great and famous people (41–50)

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.The classic “Laozi”

Laozi, an ancient Chinese thinker, is known for advocating a life in harmony with nature and without forcing oneself.

At the heart of his thought is a quiet conviction: even the greatest goal begins with a single small step.

Rather than seeking perfection all at once, he teaches the importance of steadily doing what you can “now.” In exam study as well, small accumulations—one page today, one problem, ten minutes of focused effort—will eventually lead to significant results.

Even goals that feel distant grow closer the moment you start walking toward them.

It’s a warm message that reminds us of something simple yet easily forgotten.

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Gives you the power to overcome entrance exams! Short quotes by great and famous people (51–60)

Success is the 1% supported by 99% failure.Soichiro Honda

Soichiro Honda, the founder of the global manufacturer Honda, is known as an entrepreneur who never stopped taking on challenges.

From a young age he experienced many failures and setbacks, yet each time he rose again and kept pursuing new technologies.

At the core of his thinking was a strong belief that “it’s the experiences that don’t go well that become the foundation supporting success.” In entrance exam study, too, there are times when results don’t come as hoped or when repeated mistakes are discouraging.

However, if you don’t dismiss those failures as useless and instead accept them as “material to use next time,” they will surely lead to progress.

It’s a message that teaches the importance of moving forward—even if you stumble along the way.

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From the present, the future is born.Voltaire

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Voltaire, a French historian who is also known as a leading figure of the Enlightenment and wore the hats of philosopher and man of letters.

His famous saying, “The future is born out of the present,” is a message that prompts us to reexamine reality before chasing ideals.

Many people imagine dreams and hopes for the future, but only a few actually take action to achieve them.

This message, which tells us that the future is the result of what we have built up in each and every moment, can inspire us to start doing our best today.

It is a quote worth engraving in our hearts as a guide for life.

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It’s hope and confidence that make things happen.Helen Keller

Helen Keller was an American author who, despite losing her sight and hearing shortly after birth, was active as a disability rights advocate, political activist, and public speaker.

Her famous quote, “Optimism and self-confidence are what make things happen,” quite literally emphasizes the importance of having hope and believing in yourself.

When we set big dreams or goals, many of us may feel discouraged by the long journey ahead and give up.

This message teaches us that first embracing hope and confidence—and carrying them through to the end—is essential for accomplishing great feats.

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Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.Hideyo Noguchi

These words embody Hideyo Noguchi’s belief that the efforts and patience we practice in everyday life will, in the end, surely be rewarded.

When people can’t see results while they’re working hard, their spirits can waver, but this teaches us that by enduring that time, sweet fruits await in the future.

The words carry special weight because they come from someone who produced numerous achievements over a long career of research.

It conveys a strong message that sustained effort leads to later fulfillment and success.

It’s a quote to remember especially when you’re in the midst of hardship.

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Accumulating small things is the only path to reach unbelievable places.Ichiro

Ichiro, a baseball player who excelled on the world stage, is someone whose name is etched in the history of the sport for the many records he set.

Among the many things he has said, this quote focuses on the idea of building up effort little by little.

It conveys plainly that even small efforts, when accumulated, will ultimately lead to big results.

It’s a gentle yet powerful message that teaches us the importance of believing in the small efforts before us and moving forward.

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Do not avoid the difficult path. You have to keep moving if you want to reach your destination.Katherine Anne Porter

Katherine Anne Porter, who flourished as a novelist in the United States, is best known for Ship of Fools and was noted for her skillful psychological portrayals.

Here are words she left that seem to express the importance of facing difficulties head-on.

She tells us that we may have to confront hardships to reach our goals, and if we avoid them, we will never arrive.

Her words also strongly convey that mustering the courage to take a single step forward, even in the face of adversity, is what leads to results.

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