Reading and Writing SAT Practice Questions

What is the recommended approach to memorize vocabulary for the SAT?

• Memorize 10-20 new words a day from a recognized SAT word list

• Practicing mental math

• Reading novels and newspapers

• Using speed reading apps

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What is the best way to practice grammar rules for the SAT?

• Memorize 10-20 new words a day from a recognized SAT word list

• Using mental math apps and daily practice

• Use SAT prep books and online resources to practice grammar rules

• Reading novels and newspapers

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What is the recommended method to increase reading speed for the SAT?

• Use mental math apps and daily practice

• Memorize 10-20 new words a day from a recognized SAT word list

• Use SAT prep books and online resources to practice grammar rules

• Skim through each passage and practice speed reading

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According to the text, what is the Process of Elimination (POE) strategy primarily used for when taking a test?

• To mark answers to questions you are unsure about

• To highlight important parts of the test

• To eliminate answer choices that cannot possibly be correct

• To bookmark questions for review

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What is one of the biggest challenges of taking the SAT mentioned in the text?

• Answering all questions correctly

• Completing the test within the allotted time

• Using the correct annotation tools

• Remembering to bookmark every question

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Which of the following is NOT listed as an example of academic language specific to the Reading & Writing test?

• Style

• Theme

• Tone

• Grammar

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According to the text, what can be found in both the book and on SylvanPrep.com?

• Practice tests

• Definitions of terms

• Language rules

• Content in the question format and language of the Reading and Writing test

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What does the text suggest you should do if you cannot make a guess before leaving an answer blank on the SAT?

• Leave the question and never return to it

• Use the option eliminator tool to cross off answers

• Take a random guess

• Use scratch paper to work out the problem

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Which of the following is a common strategy for improving reading comprehension on the SAT?

• A) Summarize each paragraph after reading

• B) Skip difficult passages

• C) Focus only on the first and last sentences

• D) Read the questions first

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What is the primary purpose of the SAT Writing and Language Test?

• A) To assess mathematical skills

• B) To evaluate reading comprehension

• C) To test grammar and usage

• D) To measure scientific reasoning

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