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SAT Test-Taking Strategies
SAT Test-Taking Strategies
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A quick introduction to the SAT.
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True or False: You should bring snacks on the day of the test.
True
False
2
What's the max amount of time you should spend on a writing/Eng question before skipping it?
30 seconds
2 minutes
1 minute
3 minutes
3
How high should you set your ideal score for the SAT?
A bit above the average score for schools you're applying to
Perfect score
The average percentile for all test takers
The average score for schools you're applying to
4
What should you do if you run out of time?
Randomly fill in the questions left on your answer sheet.
Fill in remaining questions using all of the same answer.
5
Which of the following snacks should you avoid?
String cheese
Dried Fruit
Beef jerky
Candy Bars
6
True or False: You should try to answer a question in your head before looking at the answers.
True
False
7
True or False: When "No change" is given, it's the answer the majority of the time.
False
True
8
True or False: On the SAT, you are penalized for guessing.
True
False
9
True or False: Students should use process of elimination on the SAT.
False
True
10
True or False: You don't need to read the entire passage.
True
False
11
True or False: You should write in your test booklet.
False
True
12
Is it okay to skip questions?
No. Guess even if you can't eliminate any answers.
Yes, but circle the question so you can come back to it.
13
True or false: The graph is always accurate, but the writer's interpretation may be wrong.
True
False
14
Why should you avoid sugary snacks?
Lack of focus
Steep crash/sleepiness
All of the above
Make you hungrier
15
True or false: Students should use a two-pass or triage system on the SAT.
False
True
16
What is the two-pass system?
Answer hard questions first. Leave easy questions for later.
Answer easy questions first. Leave hard questions for later.
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True or False: You should edit the passage as you go.
False
True
18
How many sections does the writing/Eng section have and how much time should you spend on each?
3 sections, 10 minutes
4 sections, 15 minutes
4 sections, 9 minutes
3 sections, 12 minutes
19
What's the best way to build your stamina for the SAT?
You don't need to build stamina if you're a good student.
Take practice tests regularly in a timed setting.
Start with one SAT question and build up to a full test.
Answer one SAT question per day.
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What does the SAT test?
Patience
Focus
Stamina
All of the above
