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1
For "words in context" problems (fill in the blank), you should read the 4 answer choices before reading the prompt.
False
True
2
Do colleges prefer that you take the SAT or ACT?
Neither one! Most colleges view each test equally
SAT, since there is an optional writing section
ACT, since it also includes science
Colleges want students to take both tests before applying.
3
How many points do you lose for answering a question incorrectly (both on ACT and SAT)?
1 point
0 points
1/2 point
1/4 point
4
On the SAT, about how much time should you budget per question?
2 minutes R/W, 1 minute math
70 seconds R/W, 90 seconds math
1 minute R/W, 1 minute math
30 seconds R/W, 45 seconds math
5
There are no science questions on the SAT, since there is no science section.
True
False
6
How long in total is the new, digital SAT?
3 hours 14 min
2 hours 14 min
2 hours 45 min
3 hours
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What is the #1 best way to improve your score?
actively practice problems and review results
study with a friend
watch Youtube videos about certain topics
Read through your notes
8
Many colleges combine your highest section scores from different test dates to create a potentially higher overall score
False
True
9
Which of the following do you NOT need to bring to the SAT?
calculator
your charged device with the Bluebook app on it
identification
pencils for scratch work
10
True or False: the SAT provides a math formula sheet, while the ACT does not
True
False
11
What should you do when you find unfamiliar words in the Reading/Writing section?
think about similar words and their meaning
consider word charge (positive, neutral, negative)
identify prefix/suffix, when possible
look at context clues around them
12
What is the maximum score for SAT and ACT, respectively?
3600 SAT, 16 ACT
2400 SAT, 32 ACT
1600 SAT, 36 ACT
1600 for both
