How to Get a Perfect Score on Your SAT

Introduction

• Speaker: Ashton Herndon
• Context: Concerns about low ACT scores nationwide; importance of SAT for college admissions.

Personal Experience

• Background: Ashton was a high school student aiming for Ivy League colleges.
• Initial Score: 1280 on SAT (wanted 1500)
• Realization: There's a way to boost SAT scores without being a natural genius or studying nonstop.

Key Strategy: Change Your Approach

• Main Idea: Focus on your strengths instead of fixing weaknesses.
• SAT vs. ACT: SAT tests intelligence and knowledge more rigorously than ACT.
• Benefit: Taking a harder test like SAT may be advantageous due to its complexity and potential flaws.

SAT Hacks

Hack 1: Riding the Wave

• Concept: Each SAT test is different; some are easier, some are harder.
• Curves: SAT has scoring curves which can significantly influence final scores.
• Strategy: Take multiple SAT tests (recommendation: 2-3 tests) to benefit from the best curve.

Hack 2: Ultimate SAT Study Guide

• Materials Needed: Practice book, notebook.
• Study Routine:
  • Take one timed section of the test every morning.
  • Check answers and note down mistakes on a cheat sheet.
  • Repetition helps recognize repetitive questions and answer them faster.
• Recommended Book: Official College Board SAT Study Guide.

Test Day Tips

Dealing with Roadblocks

• Skip Difficult Questions: Focus on easy questions first; come back to hard ones later.
• Consistent guessing strategy: Use one letter (e.g., B) for all guesses instead of random guessing.
• Stay Awake: Use ice water and mint gum combo to stay alert.

Final Thoughts

• Encouragement: Hard work pays off. Stay calm and use the provided tips to boost your SAT score.
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