Tier II Applied Vocab for the new Redesigned SAT Qualify (v) To put limitations on an argument Implicit Implied/not directly stated Explicit Directly stated Tacit Implied/not directly stated Defy To reject/challenge Parley To discuss Caveat Limitation Latent Hidden/underneath Binary 2 parts Interpolate To reasonably estimate Extraneous Not needed Empirical Related to evidence/experiment Heuristic Trial and[…]
SAT Essay: The SAT essay is technically optional, although we encourage all students to opt in. Most colleges and universities will require the SAT essay, as they currently require the ACT essay. The SAT essay will require scholarly analysis of an argument. Students will not be required to bring in outside texts as evidence. Rather,[…]
SAT Math Test The SAT Math Test includes both calculator and non-calculator sections. The calculator section will continue the SAT’s legacy of a strong emphasis on Algebra 2 topics like functions and graphing. There will be a new emphasis on classroom topics like trigonometry. The test will feature fewer pure logic questions and place a[…]
The New Redesigned SAT-Let’s Get Ready! The New Redesigned SAT! The new SAT launches in Spring 2016. The 2015 PSAT test will follow the new Redesigned SAT curriculum. Given the extensive changes, old curricula no longer prepare students for the new test. Please see enclosed a high level summary of our new SAT curriculum along[…]
New Redesigned SAT- Top 10 Changes The SAT is changing in Spring 2016. The new test will focus both on reasoning and on classroom based skills. Given the extensive changes, old curricula designed for the old SAT test will not effectively prepare students for the new test. TSG’s NEW SAT Curriculum isoptimally designed to make sure that your child stays one step[…]
At this point, you are almost there are on the English/Writing section. Here are the question types to be on the lookout for. You know these grammar rules, you just have to recognize when they are being tested. 1. Separating two complete sentences There are only a few ways to CORRECTLY do this. You can[…]
The SAT is Changing. Here are 10 Things to Know about the New Redesigned SAT Topic Realignment Vocab All vocabulary questions will be in context. The words will be drawn primarily from high school Tier Two lists in line with the Common Core standards. Reading Comprehension Each test will feature passages from primary sources. This[…]
SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing The SAT is changing. Underlining as you read is a key strategy on the SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing Section. Follow these tips to make sure you underline the right key words. Descriptive words & negation Transition words-however, yet, indeed, although, even though, instead, still, though, & whereas Verbs-underline the[…]
New Redesigned SAT Math-Heart of Algebra-Linear Equations and Functions The following math question is an example of a new math question for the Redesigned SAT, set to launch in March 2015. This question aligns with the goal of a students ability to interpret variables and constants in linear functions A team of students[…]