Q: Should I take the SAT II in Chemistry?
A: It depends...if you plan on taking AP chemistry as a junior, wait until after you take the AP exam and the SAT II will be a piece of cake. Otherwise, take the SAT II if you have a strong understanding of the material covered and if you have adequate time to prepare for the exam. It's usually offered the first Saturday in June. If you wait until October (the next time the exam is offered) there is a good chance you'll forget most of what you learned in Modern Chemistry. Take the exam while the information is still fresh.
Q: What is the format of the exam?
A: The SAT II is 85 multiple choice questions. You have an hour to take the test and calculators are NOT permitted. Generally, you are given a basic periodic table with only the essential information.
Q: How should I prepare for the exam?
A: Practice, practice, practice. We cover much the content, but you need to get used to the questions and the format. Get a review book, take a diagnostic test, see where you need to improve and get to work! Many students seem to like the Barons Review Books...
Dr. O'Malley has compiled a number of review questions. Once you've diagnosed where you need more practice, download the appropriate sheet and work on the topics where you are weak.
Answer keys are now included for all worksheets! Please note, there may be errors on the answer keys just as there are errors in review books. If there is a question that you really feel strongly about, take the time to look it up. More often than not you can find the information you need through a simple Google search. Be proactive, you're the one taking the test!
Topic Specific Review Sheets - these can be used to help prepare for unit tests!
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Bring: Pens, pencils, and a scientific calculator
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