SAT Classes for the New Redesigned SAT Don’t be scared of the new SAT! If your child is a rising junior, there is a good chance that he or she will need to take the new SAT test. TSG takes the stress out of standardized testing through our small group classes and private tutoring sessions. What[…]
SAT II Literature Test Tips 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[…]
ISEE Tutoring and SSAT Tutoring What are the ISEE and SSAT Tests? The ISEE and SSAT are entrance exams for private k-12 schools Students entering 9th grade take the upper level version of either test. Most students do not need to take both tests. Consult the admissions office of the schools your child is interested[…]
How can I start preparing for the new SAT? Step 3: Graphs and Charts Each week, pick one article from the Wall Street Journal, NYTimes, or Economist that features at least one graph or chart. Write a few sentences, summarizing the information presented in the chart. Try to think of ways in which it verifies[…]
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How can I start preparing for the new SAT? Step 2: Kiss your calculator goodbye. One section of the New Redesigned SAT Mathematics Test will not allow a calculator. Start preparing for this now by trying to some of your math homework each night without a calculator. Try to solve these few problems right now[…]
How can I start preparing for the new SAT? Step 1: Read more widely. The new test will feature passages from literary giants like Mark Twain. Challenge yourself to read from 5 genres American Literature British Literature Magical Realism Political Science/Economics Physical Sciences #newsat #sat #redesignedsat Tutoring Solutions Group (TSG) provides tutoring[…]
Check out some words to review for the New Redesigned SAT below. Before you use a dictionary try to see what you know first! iconoclast indefatigable ineffable inimical intransigent invective juxtaposition laconic languid legerdemain limpid magnanimous malediction mawkish modicum munificence nefarious obsequious obstreperous ostensible palliate paucity penurious perfunctory probity prurient pulchritude quagmire recalcitrant rectitude restive[…]
Top 5 Skills for the New Redesigned SAT The new SAT is launching in March 2016-Let’s get ready Here are the top 5 skills to succeed on the New SAT Test 1.Graphical analysis-The new test has a heavier emphasis on graphs and charts (in both reading and math). A great way to improve your[…]
Check out some additional math practice problems for The New Redesigned SAT. 1. An agent receives a commission of 40 cents for every $50 of business she procures. What percent is the agent’s commission? (A) 0.8% (B) 1.0% (C) 1.25% (D) 1.5% (E) 2.5% 2. Mindy’s average monthly salary for the first 4 months she[…]