What is the PSAT
What does PSAT stand for?
Preliminary SAT
What scholarship can a high score on the PSAT qualify you for?
National Merit Scholarship
Should you guess if you're not sure of an answer?
Yes, there’s no penalty
What does a grammar question usually test?
Punctuation, subject-verb agreement, sentence structure
True or False: You can only take the PSAT once.
False
What two main subjects are on the PSAT?
Reading & Writing, Math
In what grade does the PSAT count for National Merit?
11th grade
What's one good way to manage your time during the test?
Pace yourself, don’t get stuck, use time checks
What kind of math is most tested?
Algebra
True or False: The PSAT is harder than the SAT.
False (it’s slightly easier)
How long is the PSAT in total?
About 2 hours and 14 minutes
Name one benefit of taking the PSAT besides scholarships.
Practice for the SAT / Identifying strengths / Gaining test experience
What's a smart strategy for reading comprehension questions?
Read the passage and underline key ideas / Look back at the text
What does “words in context” mean on the PSAT?
Understanding vocabulary based on how it’s used in a passage
True or False: The PSAT is just for smart kids.
False – it’s for everyone preparing for college
What organization creates the PSAT?
College Board
What score range can you earn on the PSAT?
320–1520
What math tool is now allowed on the digital PSAT for all questions?
Desmos calculator (built-in)
What does a graph question usually ask you to do?
Interpret or analyze data
True or False: You must study hours every day to do well on the PSAT.
False. Short, focused practice works too
True or False: The PSAT includes an essay section.
False
True or False: Colleges can see your PSAT scores.
False (not unless you opt in to Student Search Service)
What’s one good way to prepare for the PSAT at home?
Use Khan Academy / Take practice tests / Review missed questions
What is a common type of writing/editing question?
Choosing the clearest or most concise version of a sentence
True or False: The PSAT score doesn’t matter at all.
False. It can lead to scholarships and shows your college readiness