Do the ACT and SAT Essays Matter?
We’ve talked a lot about how the ACT and SAT essays are poor representations of the kind of writing that students are expected to do in college. Creativity, vocabulary, and solid evidence matter less than […]
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Time Management Tips for the ACT and SAT
Time management strategies are an important component of preparing for the ACT or SAT. Strengths and weaknesses with subject matter can directly influence how long it takes a student to complete a particular section. Chances […]
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SAT Writing Exercise: More Identifying Sentence Errors Practice
This short quiz is modeled after the “Identifying Sentence Errors” portion of the SAT Writing Exam. Nine of the sentences contain common grammar errors. One sentence contains no errors. Correct answers and explanations can be […]
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SAT Writing Section Improving Sentences Practice Round Two
Test your readiness for the SAT with these questions modeled after the “improving sentences” portion of the SAT Writing section. Choose the phrasing that best completes the underlined part of each sentence. Choice A replicates […]
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