Reading
Math
Writing
Tips
Facts
100

How long is the break after the reading portion

10 min

100

Is there multiple choice questions 

Yes 


100

Are there multiple choice questions 

Yes

100

Should you eat before the SAT

Yes it is three hours long

100

What is the range of points in the SAT

400-1600


200

How much time is spent on the reading portion 

65

200

Can I use my calculator throughout the entire portion

No there is on section with calculators and one without.

200

Will you have to fix grammatical errors 

Yes some passages will require this

200

Should you bring a snack

Yes you have a few breaks

200

How many breaks are there

2 breaks one 10 minutes long and one 5 minutes long

300

How many passages are there

There are 4 passages

300

How many questions are there 

58

300

Does every school require the essay.

No many schools are no longer requiring the essay portion


300

Is chewing gum a distraction

No it could help you focus and help you recall certain topics.

300

How long is the SAT

3 hours 15 min
400

How many questions does each passage have

11


400

How long is the math portion

55 minutes


400

How much time do I have to answer the questions

35 minutes

400

Should I bring a calculator.

No calculators are provided.

400

What was the SAT first used for 

IQ test for the military.

500

How many questions are in the reading section

 52

500

Which three main areas are focused in the math portion

Heart of algebra, problem solving and data analysis, and passport to advanced math

500

How many questions are in the writing portion

44 


500

Is it smart to cram everything the night before

No you should study weeks in advance


500

When was the SAT introduced

1926