Test Taking Tips for SAT II Literature: Important Vocabulary Words- 1. Sonorous-loud/deep sounds 2. Conspicuous-visible 3. Repose-rest 4. Admonishing-critical 5. Reverence-deep respect 6. Reverie -celebration SAT II Literature Terms- 1. Couplet-a 2 line rhyme unit with same meter 2. Quatrain-4 line stanza or poem a. AAAA; AABB; ABAB 3. Sestet-a stanza or poem in 6[…]
How to pick the best high school for your child: 1. Do not think too much about environment-Most schools are big enough that any child can find his or her way. 2. Prioritize academics, course offerings, and college admissions statistics 3. Location, location-forcing your child to commute more than 30 minutes per day creates added stress and[…]
How can you incentivize your child to study? 1. Ownership-From a young age, help your child to feel proud of achievements in school. Every A should be celebrated. The most successful students are the SELF motivated ones. 2. Environment-Create the right environment for your child. This includes everything from the right school, group of friends, and home[…]
Follow these 5 math tips to improve your score! 1. Don’t get stuck on one problem. If you notice you are wasting too much time on one problem, mark it and skip it. Come back to the problem when you have extra time at the end. All questions weigh the same amount so try to figure out all[…]
Should I take the SAT or ACT- Answer these questions: Are you good at reasoning and inference? Can you think on your feet even when a question looks unfamiliar? Can you memorize vocab words? Is it easier for you to concentrate in short bursts rather than all at once? Do you think you have a[…]
Is your child taking the December ACT test, February ACT test, or April ACT test? Tutoring Solutions Group’s ACT Prep Course is the perfect way for your child to prepare for the ACT Test ACT Class Overview Prepare for the December and February ACT Tests Conquer all 4 sections of the test & the[…]
Is your child a Junior in high school? TSG’s SAT Course teaches the ins and outs required for the SAT Reading Test, the SAT Math Test, and theSAT Writing and Language Test SAT Class Overview Prepare for the New SAT-March 2016, May 2016, and June 2016 Practice with real SAT test questions[…]
1. Number connections-start to notice the relationships between #s. Even in a phone number. For example, 201.816.0248 In the last 4 digits, 2*4=8. ; In the first 2 digits 2*1=2. This may seem silly, but starting to keep more numbers in your head will help your brain get in a math mindset. 2. Estimation-For those who think[…]
Over the past week, thousands of high schoolers received early decision one (ED 1) announcements. Those who did not gain admission will have the option to choose another college for Early Decision Two (ED 2). While ED2 might seem like a second chance to pick a favorite school and boost chances of admissions, here is why this policy[…]
1. Do not think too much about environment-Many parents are overly concerned about the right environment. Keep in mind that most schools are big enough that every child can find his or her way. 2. Prioritize academics, course offerings, and statistics. Most schools publish statistics on average standardized test scores as well as admissions to future institutions.[…]