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The time allowed for the writing skills section is 30 minutes.

I have to write an essay for the PSAT.

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1
I have to write an essay for the PSAT.
false
true
2
The time allowed for the writing skills section is 30 minutes.
true
false
3
How is the PSAT different from the SAT?
The SAT is twice as long (about 4 hours.)
The SAT requires an essay,while the PSAT does not.
PSAT results are not sent to colleges.
all of the above
4
Why is the test called the PSAT orNMSQT?
none of the above
National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
both of the above
P stands for preliminary, or practice.
5
When can my scores on the PSAT qualify for National Merit Scholarships?
my junior year
my sophomore year
my freshman year
never; only the actual SAT counts
6
The PSAT is offered...
once a month
twice a year
only in October every year.
three times a year
7
The time allowed for each of the reading and math sections is 25 minutes.
false
true
8
National Merit Scholars can be awarded up to how much in scholarships?
$10,000
$20,000
$4,000
$40,000
9
When will I receive the results?
Instantly; I can check my score online.
May
High schools receive the results in December.
November
10
What if I cannot afford the PSAT fee?
I can pay it in monthly installments.
I can ask my counselor for a fee waiver form.
I can save money and take it in the spring.
I cannot take the test.
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There are 5 sections on the PSAT and each one is timed.
true
false