Scoring/Info about SAT
Both the Reading/Writing section and the Math section are scored within this range (aka, what is the minimum score and maximum score you can get for each of these two sections?)
200 - 800 points.
There are this many total questions in the reading section.
52
Define Comma
A pause in a sentence that indicates a pause in a middle of a sentence. It also separates items listed in a sentence.
True or False: the essay is optional.
True, but some schools you may be applying to require it.
How many points are deducted for a wrong answer or a guess on the SAT?
ZERO! You are NOT penalized for wrong answers, but given one point for correct responses. It is in your advantage to answer every question even if it's a guess!
This is how much time you have to complete the reading portion of the SAT test.
65 minutes
Define semi colon ;
indicating a pause, typically between two main clauses, that separates two main sentences.
There are this many questions in the writing section.
44 questions
What do the letters in SAT stand for?
Scholastic Assessment Test
Name at least one category that the readings will come from/focus on
Social Studies, History, Science or Literature
Define Independent clause
A sentence that has a subject and a verb, and that's pretty much it.
True or false: the writing section is made up of 44 questions that are multiple choice.
True.
Name one resource where you could find practice SAT questions
the College Board website or google "Practice SAT questions"
True or False: You get a point for a correct answer and receive no points for an incorrect answer.
True. You receive points for correct answers and DO NOT lose a point for a wrong answer! Try and answer EVERY question!
Define dependent clause
A word, phrase, or clause that does not form a full sentence.
How much time is allotted for the writing section?( on the sat)
35 minutes
The highest score you can get on the SAT is...
1600
Name two testing tips you can use on the SAT.
Read directions THOROUGHLY.
Start with questions you know you can solve quickly first, then do the ones you know but may take longer and then spend time on the ones you are unsure of.
If you're going to guess on a question, choose B or C.
Define Rhetorical question
A question that is asked to grab the reader's attention than to get an answer
How much time is allotted if you have decided to do the optional essay?
50 minutes