SAT Overview

Your SAT score is an important part of your school admission application.

Because, majority of schools requires the SAT test score for admission or to
award scholarships along with GPA, transcripts and recommendations.

When is it?

The SAT is given 7 times per year.

How long is it?

3 hours, 45 minutes.

How is it scored?

There are 3 sections - Critical Reading, Math and Writing. (Each section is
scored from 200 to 800.)

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SAT II Subject Overview

Subject Tests (SAT II Subject Tests) are designed to measure your knowledge
and skills in particular subject areas, as well as your ability to apply that
knowledge.

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SAT I Syllabus

Critical Reading

The test comprises of:

Two 25-minute sections and one 20-minute section

48 reading comprehension questions

19 sentence completion questions

Scored on a 200 to 800 point scale

Passage-Based Reading

Students will be asked to read short and long passages followed by some
multiple-choice questions.

Sentence Completions

Students will be presented with an incomplete sentence and be asked to

finish it with the correct word or words.

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Comprehension Passages

Reading and Working with the Passage

Working with the SAT vocabulary

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Strategies for Tough Reading Comprehension

Overview

Attacking Difficult Long Passage

Simple Approach to the Solution

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Sentence Completion

Easy Way to Sentence Completion

Strategies for Long Sentence Completion

Using Clues

Word Charge

Working Backward

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Writing

The test comprises of:

49 multiple-choice questions and 1 essay

60 minutes, 25 of which will be spent on the essay

Scored on a 200 to 800 point scale

The Essay

The essay will require students to read an 80-word subject prompt that
makes a statement or claim. Students then need to develop a position and
back it up with examples from schoolwork, literature, history or their own
experience.

The essay doesn't test writing ability, as much as it does other skills, such as
organization, idea development, or supporting an argument. In fact, the
average essay will be graded in just under 2 minutes.

Identifying Sentence Errors

You'll be presented with a sentence that may or may not have a grammatical
or syntactical error in it. You'll be asked to identify the error, or indicate if
there is no error. There are 18 "Error ID" questions.

Improving Sentences

Students will be asked to look at a sentence and try to improve it, without
changing its meaning. There are 25 Improving Sentence questions.

Improving Paragraphs

These are just like the Improving Sentence questions except...you guessed
it...you'll be looking at and improving paragraphs. There are only 6 of these.

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Strategies for the Writing Section Essay

What Skills are tested

Preparation for Essay Writing

Sample Essay Sets

Establish and Adhere to Practice Schedule

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Writing Questions

Overview

Method for Sentence Correction

Method for Paragraph Correction

Elimination Strategy

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Math

The test comprise of:

Two 25-minute sections and one 20-minute section

44 multiple-choice and 10 grid-ins

Scored on a 200 to 800 point scale

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Arithmetic

Overview

Number Properties

Root and Exponents

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Algebra

Overview

Inequalities

Absolute Value Problems

Simultaneous Equations

Radical and Exponential Equations

Quadratics

Functions
Chapter Review and Question Bank

Geometry

Overview

Length, Segments, Lines, Rays and Congruence

Triangles, Rectangles and Circles

Coordinate Geometry

Function Graphing

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Math Word Problems

Arithmetic and Algebra Word Problems

Work Problem Strategies

Ratios, Proportions and Variations

Percents

Rates and Averages

Set Terminology

Exponential Sequences

Algebra

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Geometry and Data Interpretation Word Problems

Geometry Word Problems

Three Dimensional Word Problems

Geometry Word Problems

Data Interpretations

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Oddball Word Problem Sets

Oddball Word Problem Sets

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Sample Tests

Question Reviews and Test Solving

SAT Subject (formerly SAT II)

SAT Level 1 and Level II Math Syllabus

Mathematics Level 1

This one-hour test has 50 multiple-choice questions. You're asked to choose

the best response from five choices offered on topics listed below:

TopicsApproximate Percentage of Test

Number and Operations 10-14

Algebra and Functions 38-42

Geometry and Measurement 38-42

Plane Euclidean 18-22

Coordinate 8-12

Three-dimensional 4-6

Trigonometry 6-8

Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability 6-10

Mathematics Level 2

This one-hour test has 50 multiple-choice questions. You're asked to choose

the best response from five choices offered on topics listed below:
TopicsApproximate Percentage of Test

Number and Operations 10-14

Algebra and Functions 48-52

Geometry and Measurement 28-32

Coordinate 10-14

Three-dimensional 4-6

Trigonometry 12-16

Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability 6-10

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SAT Math Strategy

Arithmetic

Overview

Factor and Multiples

Even and Odd, Positive and Negative

Fraction, Decimal and Percentages

Averages

Exponents

Roots

Exponents

Percent Change

Logarithms

Chapter Review and Question Bank and Question Bank

Algebra

Overview
Equations

Factoring and Distributing

Inequalities

Ranges

Direct and Inverse Variations

Simultaneous Equations

Quadratics

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Plain Geometry

Overview

Approximation

Lines and Angles

Triangles

Quadrilateral

Polygons

Circles

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Solid Geometry

Overview

Prisms

Rectangular Solids

Cubes

Spheres

Pyramids

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Coordinate Geometry
Overview

The Coordinate Plain

The Equation of Line

Linear Inequalities

General Equations

The Parabola

The Circle

The Hyperbola

The Ellipse

Triaxial Coordinates: Thinking 3D

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Trigonometry

Overview

The Basic Functions

Trigonometric Identities

Graphing Trigonometry Functions

Trigonometry in Non-Right Triangles

Polar Coordinates

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Functions

Overview

Functions in Nutshell

Compounded Functions

Inverse Functions

Domain and Range

Functions Within Interval

Graphing Functions

Range and Domain in Graphs

Root of functions

Degree of Functions

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Statistics and Sets

Overview

Probability

Permutations, Combinations and Factorial

Groups

Union and Intersection

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Algebra II

Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

Limits

Vectors

Logic

Imaginary Numbers

The complex Plain

Polynomial Division

Matrix

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Sample Tests Math Level 1

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Sample Tests Math Level 2

Question Reviews and Test Solving

SAT II Physics

The test assesses your understanding of physics at the college preparatory

level. The test comprise of:

75 multiple-choice questions on the topics listed below

Topics Covered Approximate Percentage of Test

Mechanics 36-42

Electricity and Magnetism18-24

Waves 15-19

Heat, Kinetic Theory, and Thermodynamics 6-11

Modern Physics 6-11

Miscellaneous (measurement, math skills, laboratory skills, history of physics,

and questions of a general nature that overlap several major topics) 4-9

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SAT Physics Strategy

Measurement and Relationship

Overview

Measurement

Relationship

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Vectors and Forces

Concurrent Forces

Parallel Forces
Center of Mass and Gravity

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Motion and Forces

Speed and Velocity

Accelerated Motion

Newton’s First Law of Motion

Newton’s Second Law

Impulse and Change of Momentum

Newton’s Third Law

Centripetal Force

Frame of Reference

Gravitations Fields

Newton’s law of Gravitation

Kepler’s Laws and Satellite Motion

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Work, Energy, Simple Machines

Overview

Work and Energy

Elasticity and Hook’s Law

Simple Machines

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Fluid Mechanics

Overview

Liquid Pressure

The Atmosphere and Gasoline Pressure

Pascal’s Principle
Archimedes Principle

Surface Tension and Capillary Action

Bernoulli’s Principle

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Heat, Temperature, Thermal Expansion

Overview

The Kinetic Theory

Temperature and Heat

Thermometer

Expansion and Contraction

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Measurement of Heat

Overview

Change of Phase

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Heat and Work: Heat Transfer

Overview

Heat Engines

Thermodynamics

Methods of Heat Transfer

Energy Sources

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Wave Motion and Sound

Overview

Wave Motion

Sound
Resonance and Interference

Vibrating Air Columns

Vibrating Strings

Doppler Effect

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Geometrical Optics: Reflection and Refraction

Overview

Reflection

Refraction

Lenses

Color and Light

Illumination

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Physical Optics: Interference and Diffraction

Overview

Interference of Light

Diffraction

Polarization

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Static Electricity – Electric Circuits

Overview

Kind of Electric Charge and Force Between Charges

Methods of Charging and Electrostatic Instruments

Electric Fields

Electric Potential and Potential Difference

Electric Currents – Direct Current (DC)

Ohm’s Law and Electric Circuits

Electrical Energy and Power

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Magnetism: Meters, Motors, Generators

Overview

Facts and Theory of Magnets

Electromagnetic Induction

Mutual Induction and Transformers

Alternating Current Circuits

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Elements and Electronics

Overview

Capacitors and Capacitance

Cathode Ray Tubes

Semiconductor Devices

Transmitter-Receiver

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Photons, Atoms, Nuclei

Overview

Photoelectric Effect

Atomic Models

Atoms and Radioactivity

Nuclear Changes

Nuclear Reactions

Particles and Particle Accelerators

Fission and Fusion

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Special Relativity

Overview

The Postulates of Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity

Length Contraction

Simultaneity and Time Dilation

Relativistic Mass and Energy

Chapter Review and Question Bank

Sample Tests

Question Reviews and Test Solving

SAT II Chemistry

The test assesses your understanding of chemistry at the college preparatory

level. The test includes the following:

85 multiple-choice questions on the topics listed below

Topics Covered Approximate Percentage of Test

Structure of Matter 25

States of Matter 15

Reaction Types 14

Stoichiometry 12

Equilibrium and Reaction Rates 7

Thermodynamics 6

Descriptive Chemistry 13

Laboratory 8
SAT II Biology

The test assesses your understanding of chemistry at the college preparatory

level. The test comprises of:

80 multiple-choice questions

60 of the 80 questions are common to both Biology E and M, followed by 20

specialized questions for each section

Content Approximate % of E Test Approximate % of M Test

Cellular and Molecular Biology Cell structure and organization, mitosis,

photosynthesis, cellular respiration, enzymes, biosynthesis, biological
chemistry 15 27

Ecology Energy flow, nutrient cycles, populations, communities, ecosystems,

biomes, conservation biology, biodiversity, effects of human intervention
23 13

Genetics Meiosis, Mendelian genetics, inheritance patterns, molecular

genetics, population genetics 15 20

Organismal Biology Structure, function, and development or organisms (with

emphasis on plants and animals), animal behavior 25 25

Evolution and Diversity Origin of life, evidence of evolution, patterns of

evolution, natural selection, speciation, classification and diversity of
organisms 22 15

Description of the ACT

The ACT Test is based on four multiple-choice tests and a writing test. The
multiple-choice examination consists of four parts - English, Mathematics,
Reading and Science. The schedule of the examination includes:

Test Questions Duration Content

English 75 questions 45 minutes Measures standard written English and

rhetorical skills.

Mathematics 60 questions 60 minutes Measures mathematical skills students

have typically acquired in courses taken up to the beginning of grade 12.

Reading 40 questions 35 minutes Measures reading comprehension.

Science 40 questions 35 minutes Measures the interpretation, analysis,

evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in the natural
sciences.

Optional Writing Test 1 prompt 30 minutes Measures writing skills

emphasized in high school English classes and in entry-level college
composition courses.

Test Description

Although the ACT tests are based on subjects studied in high school, yet the
tests emphasize mainly to adjudge thinking skills of the students. Through
ACT score, colleges decide whether the prospective students have the depth
of mind to figure out answers rather than just memorizing information.

English Test – First Part

The ACT English Test assesses skills and understanding needed to write well.
In particular, it tests:

Usage and Mechanics Punctuation - 10 questions

Grammar and Usage - 12 questions

Sentence Structure - 18 questions

Rhetorical Skills Writing Strategy - 12 questions

Organization - 11 questions

Style - 12 questions

Note:

Vocabulary, Spelling, and rote recall of grammar rules aren't tested.

It has five prose passages of different variety accompanied by multiple-

choice test questions.

Some portions of the prose may be underlined partially or fully.

Questions are asked about an underlined portion or a section of the passage,

or the passage as a whole. You have to decide the most appropriate choice
for the context of the passage.

Questions may also include "NO CHANGE" as one of the choices.

Mathematics Test – Second Part

The ACT mathematics test assesses the skills acquired by the students during
the end of 11th grade. The test includes:

Pre-Algebra - 14 questions

Elementary Algebra - 10 questions

Intermediate Algebra - 9 questions

Coordinate Geometry - 9 questions

Plane Geometry - 14 questions

Trigonometry - 4 questions

ACT mathematics test includes multiple-choice questions that include

practical problems in mathematics. These questions need to solve using
reasoning skills with applying the knowledge of basic formulas and
computational skills. Students shouldn't require to apply complex formulas or
to perform extensive computation.
Note:

Calculators are allowed in Mathematics Test, but some models are prohibited.

If anyone use prohibited calculators, he/she will be dismissed and his/her

answer document will not be scored.

Students should not store test materials in the calculator's memory.

Reading Test – Third Part

The ACT reading test measures students' ability to understand study

materials that are used in college courses. The reading test consists of four
passages drawn from four different areas of knowledge:

Prose Fiction - 10 questions

Humanities - 10 questions

Social Sciences 10 questions

Natural Sciences - 10 questions

Each passage is accompanied by a set of multiple-choice test questions. This

test assesses the referring and reasoning skills of a student required for
studying written materials for a range of subject areas. Specifically, questions
will be asked to:

Determine main ideas

Locate and interpret significant details.

Understand sequences of events.

Make comparisons.

Comprehend cause-effect relationships.

Determine the meaning of context-dependent words, phrases, and

statements.

Draw generalizations.

Analyze the author's or narrator's voice and method.

Science Test – Fourth Part

The ACT science test measures the skills required in the natural sciences
such as interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem solving.
Use of calculators is prohibited in Science Test.

This test has seven sets of scientific information, each accompanied by

multiple-choice test questions. The scientific information is presented in one
of three different formats:

Data representation (graphs, tables, and other schematic forms)

Research summaries (descriptions of one or more related experiments)

Conflicting viewpoints (expressions of several related hypotheses or views

that are inconsistent with one another)

To solve questions, you require to:

Recognize the concepts related to the provided information.

Examine critically the relationship between the provided information and

drawn conclusions/hypotheses.

Generalize given information and draw conclusions to gain new information,

or to make predictions.

Writing Test

The Writing Test measures writing skills — specifically those writing skills
emphasized in entry-level college composition courses.

In this test, one writing prompt is provided that define an issue and describe
two view points for that issue. Students needs to respond to a question about
their position on the issue described in the writing prompt.

The score will not be affected by the point of view students take on the issue.

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Test Day Tips

Get plenty of rest the night before test day

Dress comfortably preferably in layers, so that you'll be comfortable no

matter whatever be the room conditions

Check admission ticket to find out - test option (ACT No Writing or ACT Plus
Writing), reporting time, and test reporting location

If unsure about the test center, do a practice run to see how to get there and
what time it takes

Make sure to have acceptable identification as permission for admission is

not granted without proper ID

Tips for ACT Multiple Choice Tests

English

Be aware of the writing style used in each passage

Consider the elements of writing in each underlined portion

Some questions will ask to base students' decision on some specific element
of writing

Be aware of questions with no underlined portions - that means questions can

be asked about any section or about the complete passage

Examine each answer choice and determine how it differs from the others

Read and consider all of the answer choices before choosing the best
responds

Mathematics

Read questions to understand them fully

If you choose to use a calculator, use it wisely

Make sure to answer reasonably

If possible, check the work

Reading

Read the passage carefully

Read and consider all of the choices before selecting the answer

Refer to the passage when answering the questions.

Science

Read the passage carefully

While answering the question, refer to the scientific information in the

passage

Read all answer choices before choosing the best one

Note conflicting viewpoints in passages.

Tips for ACT Writing Test

Read the instructions carefully provided on the cover of the test booklet.

Do some planning before writing the essay as prewriting is allowed in test

booklet - jot down the ideas, organize them, and make notes
Do not skip lines and do not write in the margins.

Write legibly explaining the viewpoint clearly and logically

Discuss the issue in a broader context or evaluate the

implications/complications of the issue. Use specific examples.

Vary the structure of sentences and use precise word choices.

Do not wander off the topic.

End with a strong conclusion that summarizes the complete ideas

If there is time, recheck the essay after finishing it to correct mistakes in

grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.

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