For most students, the battle with the SAT ends when they’ve gotten the right score for their goals. But for some, the battle continues! The SAT II Subject Tests are designed to showcase mastery in specific areas of study. This can be an enormous boon to students...
Christian’s Top 8 Traits I Look for in a Test Prep Tutor has got me thinking about the qualities I strive to embody in my work as a tutor. Here, in no particular order, are the 10 Commandments of Tutoring! * * * I. Be friendly and care. Treat your...
Get a higher SAT Essay score - fast - with our instant-download course. Click here! When analyzing literature and reading on the SAT test, it’s important to know what devices and techniques are being employed. The following is a list of 25 common literary devices you...
Before you quickly scan this article, beware. There’s more to reading than moving your eyes left and right! If you want to not only comprehend what you read, but also develop your powers of critical analysis by engaging with your reading, this is the blog post for...
You may know that studying vocabulary is the number one way to increase your Critical Reading score on the SAT—but have you found the vocab study plan that’s right for you? Here are some tips to make the most of your memorization strategies! 1) Use flashcards!...
A lot of moms and dads are e-mailing and asking us: when is the optimal time to start preparing for the SAT? Do early birds really get the worm, or is there more to be said for intense preparation and cramming in one or two months leading up to the test? The answer...
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“But, but, but, I don’t like to read.” Sound familiar? You’ve probably heard it (or said it) a few times before. And studies have shown that boys are more likely to say it than girls! How can we fix this? First off, it’s important not to discourage boys from reading...
Studying vocabulary is the single easiest way to increase your Critical Reading score on the SAT. Most students can gain anywhere from 60-120 points just by studying vocab! And one of the very best kept secrets is this: it’s possible to crack these questions...
