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Measures the ability to revise texts to improve the effectiveness of written expression and to meet specific rhetorical goals.
Rhetorical synthesis
Rhetorical synthesis
Apart from standard English conventions, this is the easiest type of question to come on the SAT English section. Usually there are 2-3 questions at the end of each module, and they are based on expressing an idea in a certain way based on pre-written notes. These questions can be done extremely quickly, as the answer choices often explicitly reflect the prompt and the researcher's notes, making it redundant to read the notes. However, especially in module 2, the answer choices may include false information that was not presented in the notes. In that case, always double check that the answer choices are using the notes.
Worked example
Worked example
The question asks which data should be used to emphasise a similarity between 2 specific works by Tubbs. This means the information presented should make use of comparative words such as "both", while explicitly mentioning 2 works. Hence, answer choice B is correct.
A more detailed answer choice justification can be found here.
Transitions
Transitions
These questions test your understanding on how different clauses are connected, and how it forms a "red thread" through the text.
Strategies:
Understand Relationships: Look for cause-effect, contrast, or continuation relationships between ideas.
Transition Words: Choose the option that maintains logical flow (e.g., "however" for contrast, "therefore" for cause-effect).
Worked example
Worked example
The text begins with a statement that clarifies Al-Malaika's use of form in poetry, specifying that she did not reject traditional forms of poetry. However, the last sentence of the text declares that she is breaking new ground. Therefore, it would make sense that these ideas are connected with a negating conjunction. Hence, answer choice B is correct.
A more detailed answer choice justification can be found here.
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