Scholastic Assessment Test (formerly Scholastic Aptitude Test) is an intense exam considering the general age of the test takers. Until 2022, SAT used to be a paper-based test but in 2023 the testing authority—College Board—has transformed the test to the digital format. SAT is a standardized test the score of which is required for admission in various reputed universities in USA and Canada.

SAT has two categories: SAT 1 & SAT 2. SAT 1 tests a candidate’s ability in English, Math and Writing whereas SAT 2 is a subject specific test that evaluates the proficiency of the test taker in a specific domain. There are some key points about the Digital SAT.
 

1. Questions are less wordy in both Reading + Writing (RW) and Math Sections as compared to the earlier format. 

2. Candidates are allowed the use of calculators throughout the exam.

3. They can also toggle between questions while attempting a section.

4. An on-screen clock is displayed.

5. Further, it is said that the test is unique for everyone.

6. The scoring matrix has not changed – 1600 aggregate with 800 for each of the two sections

7. The questions are still multiple-choice questions (MCQs). 

 

A score of 1500 out of the maximum possible 1600 is considered excellent. Top universities in USA and Canada generally expect a score of at least 1400. However, the average score ranges between 1100-1200.
 

Like all other standardized exams, the Verbal section of SAT is Achillies heel. Here we will be talking about only the Verbal section of SAT 1 particularly MCQs.
 

There are 27 questions each in Module 1 & Module 2 aggregating to 54 questions. The time allocated for each module is 32 aggregating to 64 minutes. Half of these questions are based on reading comprehension and remaining on the application of English grammar.
 

To score well in RW section of SAT, you need to have an immutable understanding of the mechanics of English grammar. In addition, you should be conversant with various types of RC questions. Most test takers simply read a passage and try to find the answer to a question in that passage without understanding what to look for and what not to. Likewise, in structure-based questions many students simply go by the ‘feel or sound’ of the options because they do not have a logical approach to solving the question. Due to lack of clarity, students fail to achieve their target score.
 

The ‘English for Competitive Exams’ course by ExamYogi is designed to give you a solid foundation of English grammar and eventually make you proficient in all the areas tested in SAT. The pace of learning is in your hands. As you progress, you will experience a tremendous improvement in your understanding and performance. You will also find how all concepts are intertwined when you move ahead in the course. The only caveat is that you need to be consistent with your practice and you should revise all concepts as many times as you can so that you have everything imprinted in your reflexive memory.
 

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