As the founder of Prep Expert, I’ve guided countless students just like you through the SAT, and one of the biggest challenges they face is the reading section. The SAT reading passages aren’t like the novels or articles you might be used to reading for school or for fun. They require a unique approach that combines solid reading comprehension with sharp test-taking strategies. Let’s break down what SAT reading passages…

When you watch TV and somebody’s taking a test, it’s almost always stressful. You see them gripping their pencil, sweating as the ticking clock gets louder and louder. Virtually all academic tests have some sort of time limit, and the SAT is no different. But you don’t have to sit there stressed out about the clock. Instead, you can be cool and confident, completing the test with ease and maybe…

The Reading and Writing section of the SAT is notorious for tripping students up with its tricky wording. But, by learning which words are usually at the scene of the crime, you can avoid falling into the trap and instead start boosting your score. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 5 words that often appear in incorrect answer choices on the digital SAT Reading and Writing section.…

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https://player.vimeo.com/video/970823074?badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479 If you struggle with the SAT Reading and Writing sections, listen up! We have a tip that could help you boost your score without any additional studying required. All you have to do is pay attention and put in a little practice. Here’s the key: On the SAT, you need to make inferences, not assumptions. Read on to learn the important difference between an inference and an assumption along…

For any student considering taking the SAT, here’s the full SAT time breakdown with breaks that you should use to help your test prep. Doing well on the SAT will help bolster your college applications and increase your eligibility for a variety of competitive scholarships and academic programs. While you will obviously want to have a strong understanding of the concepts covered on the test to earn a good score,…

If you’re getting ready to take the SAT soon, you might be wondering whether or not you should enroll in an SAT prep course. The truth is, every student can benefit from a prep course, even those who already know how to study for exams. Prep courses provide you with all the tools and materials you need to study for the SAT and improve your scores. They also offer up…

Idioms are one of the most puzzling parts of the SAT because they don’t necessarily follow any specific grammar rules. It’s almost impossible to logic your way through a question about idioms without any prior knowledge about the phrase in question. It sounds scary, but with the right practice and preparation, even the trickiest idioms will become easier and easier to remember! In this guide, we’ll strip away the mystery…

Times are changing. With the miraculous growth of AI and other technology in recent years, educational institutions have been forced to adapt to the new capabilities of students to access a wealth of information from practically any device.  It may seem odd to some that the SAT has elected to move to a digital format in the wake of these changes, especially since students may be tempted to think that…

The SAT has been an integral part of the American high school experience for nearly 100 years. But, does that mean that only high school students are eligible to participate in the exam? Is it possible for students younger or older to take the test and see how they fare as well? Read on to learn all about how age factors into the SAT exam and gain useful tips for…