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What is the duration of each module in the Reading/Writing section of the PSAT/SAT?

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32

Front

What is the main purpose of the text regarding the Balmy Alley murals?

Back

To offer an overview of the history and importance of the Balmy Alley murals.

Front

What do Function-style Purpose questions primarily focus on?

Back

Relationships.

Front

True or False: 'Most nearly means' questions require you to fill in a blank with the best answer choice.

Back

False.

Front

What do researchers in Text 2 likely say about the claim in Text 1 regarding emotional contagion?

Back

It reflects an incomplete view of emotional contagion, because this phenomenon can occur even without in-person interaction.

Front

What is the significance of understanding the main purpose of a text in the PSAT Reading section?

Back

It helps in answering questions that assess comprehension and interpretation of the text.

Front

How can students effectively manage their time during the PSAT Reading/Writing section?

Back

By practicing pacing strategies and familiarizing themselves with the types of questions.

Front

What type of questions are often included in the PSAT Reading section?

Back

Function-style Purpose questions, 'most nearly means' questions, and inference questions.

Front

Why is it important to understand relationships in texts for the PSAT?

Back

Understanding relationships helps in answering questions about the author's intent and the connections between ideas.

Front

What strategies can be used to identify the main idea of a passage?

Back

Look for topic sentences, repeated themes, and summaries in the conclusion.