SAT Preparation Strategies and Mistakes

The video tutorial explains how the speaker achieved an 800 on the SAT reading and writing section with only three days of preparation. The speaker shares a strategy involving taking practice tests, reviewing mistakes, and using Khan Academy's resources. The speaker emphasizes the importance of reviewing each practice test thoroughly and recommends starting preparation earlier than three days before the exam. The video concludes with tips for effective SAT preparation and encourages viewers to start their study process well in advance.

What was the speaker's initial approach to preparing for the SAT reading and writing section?

• Studied consistently for months

• Hired a private tutor

• Procrastinated and started late

• Attended a prep course

What score did the speaker achieve on their first practice test?

• 710

• 750

• 730

• 800

What was the speaker's strategy after taking the first practice test?

• Taking more practice tests without review

• Reviewing mistakes and understanding correct answers

• Ignoring the results and moving on

• Changing the study material

What mistake do many people make according to the speaker?

• Focusing only on math

• Not taking enough practice tests

• Reviewing too much

• Taking all practice tests without reviewing mistakes

How did the speaker address the issue of running out of practice tests?

• Stopped practicing

• Used Khan Academy's course challenges

• Repeated the same tests

• Asked friends for more tests

What was the speaker's final score on the SAT?

• 1500 total with 750 in English

• 1550 total with 800 in English

• 1600 total with 800 in both sections

• 1450 total with 700 in Math

What does the speaker recommend regarding the timing of SAT preparation?

• Focus solely on practice tests

• Begin 2 months in advance

• Only study the night before

• Start 3 days before the test