Pass Key to the SAT

by Sharon Weiner Green M.A., Ira K. Wolf Ph.D., Brian W. Stewart M.Ed.

Overview

This fully revised and updated shorter version of Barron's brand-new full-length SAT test preparation manual offers big results in a small package. Students will find:

• Two full-length SAT practice tests with all questions answered and explained
• Detailed advice on writing the SAT essay
• Subject reviews covering Critical Reading, Writing Skills, and Math
• Strategies for the Writing and Language section
• Important math facts students need to know, including strategies, definitions, facts, formulas, and much more

For students who have limited time to prepare, this compact version of Barron's comprehensive SAT test preparation manual provides everything they need to succeed on this all-important exam.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781438009971
Publisher:	Barrons Educational Services
Publication date:	08/01/2017
Series:	Barron's SAT
Edition description:	Eleventh Edition
Pages:	416
Sales rank:	517,707
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Sharon Weiner Green, M.A., is former Instructor in English, Merritt College, Oakland, California, and the author of numerous test preparation books.

Ira K. Wolf, Ph.D. is the founder and president of PowerPrep, Inc., the most successful test prep company on Long Island. Since 2000, PowerPrep has helped more than 10,000 students reach their maximum potential on the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and SAT Subject Tests. Dr. Wolf is a former college professor, high school teacher, and director of a university teacher preparation program.

Brian Stewart is the author of ACT, SAT, and PSAT test preparation books published through Barron's Educational Series. Brian is the President of BWS Education Consulting, Inc., a test preparation and tutoring company based in Columbus, Ohio: www.bwseducationconsulting.com. Brian and his staff of tutors have helped students achieve perfect scores on the ACT, SAT, and PSAT, and reach their college admissions goals. BWS Education Consulting is available to work with students anywhere in the world via online tutoring.

Table of Contents

Preface
SAT Format
SAT Test Dates
Acknowledgments
1 About the SAT
Commonly Asked Questions About the SAT
2 Tips and Strategies for the SAT
Guessing
Timing
How to Use This Book
Before the Test
During the Test
3 The Evidence-Based Reading Section: Strategies, Tips, and Practice
General Tips for Answering Evidence-Based Reading Questions
The Evidence-Based Reading Test
Tips to Help You Cope
Practice Exercises
4 Building Your Vocabulary
SAT Concise Word List
5 The Writing and Language and Essay Sections: Strategies, Tips, and Practice
General Tips for Answering Writing and Language Questions
Common Grammar and Usage Errors
Quantitative Graph Analysis
Tips to Help You Cope
Practice Exercises
The 50-Minute Essay
Tips to Help You Cope
Practice Exercises
6 The Mathematics Sections: Strategies, Tips, and Practice
The Use of Calculators on the SAT
Memorize Important Facts and Directions
An Important Symbol
Important Definitions, Facts, Formulas, and Strategies
General Math Strategies
The Multiple-Choice Question
Practice Exercises
The Grid-in Question
Testing Tactics
Practice Exercises
Summary of Important Tips and Tactics
7 Practice SAT Exams
Test 1
Answer Key
Answer Explanations
Test 2
Answer Key
Answer Explanations