SAT Basics
What are the two main sections of the Digital SAT?
Reading & Writing, and Math
What is the “main idea” of a passage?
The central point the author wants to communicate.
What does “in context” mean when defining a word?
Using clues from the sentence to determine the meaning.
What does it mean if an author’s purpose is to “inform”?
They want to explain or give facts.
Solve: 3x + 5 = 20
x = 5
How long does the Digital SAT take to complete?
About 2 hours and 14 minutes
What does “tone” mean in reading?
The author’s attitude toward the topic.
If an idea is described as “novel,” what does it mean?
New or original
What does it mean if an author’s purpose is to “persuade”?
They want to convince the reader of something.
What does a slope of 0 mean?
The line is horizontal.
What is the highest score you can earn on the SAT?
1600
What type of passage usually includes characters and emotions?
Literature
If a character is “reluctant,” what does that mean?
Unwilling or hesitant
What is a “claim” in an argumentative passage?
The main point the author is trying to prove.
If a shirt costs $20 and is discounted 25%, what is the sale price?
$15
What does “adaptive” mean on the Digital SAT?
The second module gets easier or harder based on your first‑module performance.
What is the purpose of Part A/Part B paired questions?
Part A asks for the answer; Part B asks for evidence supporting it.
If a scientist “asserts” something, what are they doing?
Stating it confidently
What is a “counterargument”?
An opposing viewpoint the author addresses.
Solve: 2(x – 4) = 10
x = 9
Why do colleges use SAT scores?
To help evaluate academic readiness along with grades and other factors.
What is one common purpose of science passages on the SAT?
To explain research or present scientific findings.
If a passage says “the results were ambiguous,” what does ambiguous mean?
Unclear or open to more than one interpretation
What does “organizational structure” refer to?
How the passage is arranged
A car travels 180 miles in 3 hours. What is its average speed?
60 mph