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SCHOLASTIC ASSESSMENT TEST (SAT) The test that takes you
places! Go Global!
Whats inside? What is SAT? What is the purpose of this test?
Features of SAT Who takes this test? Structure of the test -
Critical Reading - Mathematics - Writing SAT style of questions An
overview of the SAT test structure Preparing for the test How is
the SAT scored?
More of whats inside? How to interpret your SAT scores? Tips
and tricks for the test day How to register for SAT? Paying for the
test SAT Your gateway to USA How important is your SAT score?
Benefits of taking the SAT test What do colleges look for in your
SAT scores?
THE WAY TO SUCCESS!
What is SAT? The SAT is a standardized test for most
undergraduate college admissions in the United States. It is owned,
published and developed by the College Board, a nonprofit
organization in the United States. It was formerly developed,
published, and scored by the Educational Testing Service which
still administers the exam.
What is the purpose of this test? SAT, as the name suggests,
tests the aptitude or intelligence through a standardized medium.
The test is intended to assess a student's readiness for college.
It measures literacy and writing skills that are needed for
academic success in college. The test assesses how well the test
takers analyze and solve problems. SAT scores will help to
determine admission of a student at American institutions.
The main idea behind conducting the SAT is to have a common
scale through which all students seeking admission in colleges can
be judged. This makes the task simpler for the college authorities
in addition to being fair to the students.
Features of SAT Its more of an aptitude test, measuring
reasoning and verbal abilities Results are accepted by virtually
all U.S. colleges and universities These scores are intended to
supplement your transcript but are often used for college
admissions requirements, course placement and scholarships It has a
mandatory writing portion, including one 25- minute essay and a
35-minute multiple-choice section
The SAT counts off for wrong answers, except in the math
section where you fill in your responses It has 44 fewer questions
than the ACT, which means the SAT takes less time to complete The
SAT has three components: critical reading, mathematics and
writing, but offers additional subject tests at an additional cost
in specific areas In addition to multiple choice questions, the SAT
has a math section that requires students to produce their own
answers.
Its more of an aptitude test, measuring reasoning and verbal
abilities. Results are accepted by virtually all U.S. colleges and
universities. The SAT counts off for wrong answers except in the
math section It has 44 fewer questions than the ACT
Who takes this test? The SAT is typically taken by - High
school sophomores - Juniors - Seniors
Structure of the test SAT consists of three major sections:
Critical Reading Mathematics - Calculator Use Writing
Each section receives a score on the scale of 200800. All
scores are multiples of 10. Total scores are calculated by adding
up scores of the three sections. Each major section is divided into
three parts. There are 10 sub- sections.
Test Structure Section 1 Critical Reading This section (a.k.a
Verbal Section) is made up of 3 scored sections. This section is
basically designed to test your ability to read and understand
written English of the level you need to make the most of a
university course. There are two types of questions: Sentence
Completion Reading Comprehension
The questions in the Critical Reading section require a level
of vocabulary that should not be a problem if you have been in the
habit of reading good books throughout your high school career.
However, if you are not a good reader, or if English is your second
language, you will have to work hard to raise your vocabulary to
the required level.
Critical Reading Tips and Tricks! Focus on the main idea of the
passage Here youre not looking for an exactly right answer. You
have to look for the best possible answer among the choices they
give you Time management is quite essential here. Spend as less
time as possible on sentence completion and more on passage based
reading Reading each word carefully is the key
WE HELP YOU CRACK THOSE PASSAGES AND READ BETWEEN THE
LINES!
Test Structure Section 2 Mathematics The Mathematics section of
the SAT is widely known as the Quantitative Section or Calculation
Section and consists of three scored sections. The SAT has done
away with quantitative comparison questions on the math section,
leaving only questions with symbolic or numerical answers.
The Mathematics section goes as follows: One of the 25-minute
sections is entirely multiple choice, with 20 questions. The other
25-minute section contains 8 multiple choice questions and 10
grid-in questions. There is no penalty for incorrect answers on
grid-in questions because the test-taker is not limited to a few
possible choices The 20-minute section is all multiple choice, with
16 questions.
Mathematics section calculator use Four-function, scientific,
and graphing calculators are permitted on the SAT math section;
however, calculators are not permitted on either of the other
sections. Calculators with QWERTY keyboards, cell phone
calculators, portable computers, and personal organizers are not
permitted.
Mathematics Tips and Tricks! The test does not require you to
memorize formulas. Commonly used formulas are provided in the test
book at the beginning of each mathematics section. It is up to you
to decide which formula is appropriate With some problems, it may
be useful to draw a sketch or diagram of the given information
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Test Structure Section 3 Writing The writing section of the SAT
includes multiple choice questions and a brief essay. The essay
subscore contributes about 28% to the total writing score, with the
multiple choice questions contributing 70%.
The multiple choice questions section include error
identification questions, sentence improvement questions, and
paragraph improvement questions. This section tests the student's
knowledge of grammar, presenting an awkward or grammatically
incorrect sentence; the student must locate the word producing the
source of the error or indicate that the sentence has no error,
while the sentence improvement section requires the student to
select an acceptable fix to the awkward sentence.
The essay section, which is always administered as the first
section of the test, is 25 minutes long. All essays must be in
response to a given prompt. The prompts are broad and often
philosophical and are designed to be accessible to students
regardless of their educational and social backgrounds.
LET CREATIVITY FLOW THROUGH YOU!
SAT Style of questions Most of the questions on the SAT, except
for the essay and the grid-in math responses, are multiple choice;
all multiple-choice questions have five answer choices, one of
which is correct The questions of each section of the same type are
generally ordered by difficulty.
An overview of the SAT Test Structure SECTION AVG. SCORE TIME
(MINS) CONTENT Writing 493 60 Grammar, Usage and Diction
Mathematics 515 70 Number & Operations; Algebra &
Functions; Geometry; Statistics; Probability & Data Analysis
Critical Reading 501 70 Vocabulary, Critical Reading and
Sentence-Level Reading
Preparing for the test Make sure to take several practice tests
Make use of SAT practice books available in bookstores and online
Discipline yourself each week by setting aside time to practice
Being familiar with the test format and instructions beforehand
will help you save time and feel more confident on the day of the
exam Make sure you are timing yourself as you practice
Ideally the test allows about 1 minute per question Taking prep
tests can help you identify your specific areas of strengths and
weaknesses You may also choose to take an SAT preparation course,
which provides content review, test-taking strategies, and
practice
How is the SAT scored? A student earns 1 point for each correct
answer, is deducted 1/4 point for each incorrect answer (except for
grid-ins), and earns 0 points for each omitted answer A student
does not lose points for unanswered questions but too many
omissions will result in an overall lower score The score for each
of the three sections ranges between 200-800 points with the
average score being a 500
1500 is an average composite score and the maximum score is
2400 The essay is given a score between 2-12, whereby two graders
each give the essay a score from 1-6 It is believed that there is a
strong positive correlation between the length of the essay and the
essays score
How to interpret your SAT scores? There are two key ways to
interpret your test results: in terms of your own expectations and
abilities and in comparison to reported college averages and score
ranges. On the first count, if you have been doing a reasonable
amount of SAT test prep, you should have a sense of a realistic
score range to expect for yourself. Then evaluate how you perform
on the actual SAT: (P.T.O)
If you exceed that practice range, then you probably dont need
to retake the test If you are substantially below the range, then
you probably should try to take the SAT again, preferably after
taking additional SAT prep If you hit somewhere in the middle of
what you hoped for, then take a break from the test and consider
retaking it, after continued review shows you that you have a
reasonable expectation of bringing up your scores about 30 to 40
points in one or more sections
Tips for the Test Day Eat breakfast. It will help prevent light
headedness that may result from hunger and give you enough energy
to make it though the test. Be on time. Moderators of these tests
are strict, and you could be disqualified if you show up late. Read
each answer. Some questions have several answers that might work
Read and consider each possible answer before choosing the one that
best responds to the question.
Pace yourself. Dont spend too much time on any one question. If
youre stumped, move on to the next question and come back later.
Remember time is of the essence. Answer easy questions first. Then,
go back and answer the more difficult ones. Use logic. Eliminate as
many incorrect answers as you can then make an educated guess from
the ones left.
BE SAT READY AND LEAP TO SUCCESS!
How to register for SAT? International students can register
for the SAT in any of the three ways: Online By mail with a copy of
The Paper Registration Guide for the SAT and the SAT Subject Tests,
which should be available at your school Through an SAT
International Representative (see below)
Students outside the U.S. may visit an Education USA advising
center or an abroad education consultancy in their city or region
to learn more about college admission testing. Many also offer SAT
registration materials and computers for students to register
online.
Paying for the test All payment must be paid in United States
dollars in one of the following forms: Credit card - Visa -
MasterCard - American Express - Discover Bank draft Check drawn on
a U.S. bank United States Postal Service money order International
money order UNESCO coupon How much does the test cost? The test
costs $51
SAT Your gateway to USA! In the ever-changing landscape of
college admissions, SAT plays an important and direct role towards
your college application and ultimately your admission. SAT serves
as the admission criteria for UG colleges in the US. A good score
could land you in the top colleges which offer the best courses to
get your career on track! The relative importance of test scores
depends on two things: 1) which college to which you are applying
2) whether we are talking about admissions or scholarships
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How important are your SAT scores? Your SAT scores can tell
admissions staff members how well prepared you are for
college-level academics The SAT is the best independent,
standardized measure of a student's college readiness. It is
standardized across all students, schools, and statesproviding a
common and objective scale for comparison SAT scores help colleges
interpret students' overall academic performance in relation to the
national applicant pool
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Benefits of taking the SAT test It is one of the eligibility
factors to get into colleges in the U.S Holds open many study
abroad opportunities Gateway to career building Gives you a
competitive edge over others Accepted throughout USA
What do colleges look for in your CAT scores? When applying to
colleges, it is important to understand what college admissions
officers are looking for. Most colleges place great importance on a
students cumulative high school GPA (Grade Point Average), rigorous
coursework, SAT/ACT standardized test scores, application essay,
and letters of recommendation. In addition, extracurricular
activities, volunteer work, ethnicity, work experience, and state
residency are also strongly considered.
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