English

My English Section Tips:

Build Vocabulary:

Regularly read high-quality texts such as classic literature, academic journals, and well-written essays.

Use flashcards to learn and review new words. Apps like Quizlet and Knowt can be helpful for this.

Read Actively:

Practice active reading techniques such as annotating the text, summarizing paragraphs, and questioning the author’s intent.

Focus on understanding the main ideas, themes, and arguments presented in the passages. Also try practicing reading and analyzing under a time limit. Develop speed-reading skills such as skimming in order to make the most of time.

Improve Grammar Skills:

Study common grammar rules tested on the SAT, including subject-verb agreement, punctuation, and sentence structure.

Practice identifying and correcting errors in sample sentences and passages.

Practice Writing:

Write practice essays on a variety of topics. Focus on clear, logical, and coherent arguments.

Review the SAT essay rubric to understand what graders are looking for in high-scoring essays.

Analyze Sample Essays (for the written part):

Review essays that have received high scores to understand what makes them effective.

Pay attention to essay structure, use of evidence, and persuasive techniques. Pay attention to the length of these essays as well.

Resources:

Books:

"The Official SAT Study Guide" by The College Board: Contains eight official practice tests, detailed answer explanations, and strategies. Provides insights directly from the test creators, making it a reliable resource.

"SAT Prep Plus" by Kaplan: Offers comprehensive content review, practice questions, and test-taking strategies.

Includes five full-length practice tests and online resources.

"The Princeton Review's Cracking the SAT": Provides in-depth content review, test strategies, and practice questions. Includes eight full-length practice tests and access to online tools.

Online Resources:

Khan Academy: Free, personalized SAT practice with video tutorials and practice questions.

Partnered with The College Board, offering official practice materials.

College Board’s Official SAT Practice Tests: Available for free on the College Board website. Use these tests to get an accurate representation of the SAT. Can also be found in the Bluebook app

PrepScholar: Offers a detailed study plan, practice questions, and personalized feedback.

Paid service with a tailored approach to your strengths and weaknesses.

Magoosh SAT Prep: Provides video lessons, practice questions, and study schedules.

Offers a mobile app for studying on the go.