Essential Tips for SAT Success

Aug 23, 2024

Last Minute SAT Tips by Laura from STP

Introduction

  • Laura discusses the upcoming August SAT and shares her top 10 last-minute tips.
  • Viewers encouraged to share their target scores in the comments.

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Tip #1: Read the Bullet Points

  • Important to read bullet points in note-taking questions.
  • College Board updated questions; expect at least one similar question on the test.

Tip #2: Tough Graph Questions

  • Anticipate a challenging graph question that requires full context from the paragraph.
  • Similar updates were made in previous tests.

Tip #3: Math Concepts Awareness

  • Brush up on essential math concepts like the distance formula and circle equations.
  • Preply app has free math flashcards to help you review.

Tip #4: Warm-Up in the Parking Lot

  • Complete a warm-up exercise in your car before the test to wake up your brain.
  • Document of simple English questions linked in the description for practice.

Tip #5: Start at Question 15

  • Recommended to start at question 15 in English modules to answer easier questions first.
  • Save harder questions for later when you’re warmed up.

Tip #6: Pace Yourself in Module 2

  • Reset your pace after completing Module 1; Module 2 is significantly more challenging.

Tip #7: Don’t Leave Questions Blank

  • Always guess on questions you’re unsure of to have a chance at points.
  • Limit time spent on each question to maximize opportunities to answer others.

Tip #8: Use Desmos

  • Emphasize the importance of using Desmos calculator during the test.
  • Familiarize yourself with tips and tricks via online resources.

Tip #9: Save Geometry Questions for Last

  • Geometry questions are often time-consuming and should be tackled after easier questions.

Tip #10: Approach Reading Passages as Stories

  • Treat reading passages like interesting stories to improve engagement and comprehension.

Recap of Tips

  1. Read the bullet points on note-taking questions.
  2. Prepare for a tough graph question.
  3. Brush up on math concepts.
  4. Warm up in the parking lot.
  5. Start at question 15 in English modules.
  6. Increase pace in Module 2.
  7. Don’t leave questions blank.
  8. Use Desmos effectively.
  9. Skip geometry questions until last.
  10. View reading passages as stories.

Conclusion

  • Thanks to Preply for support.
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