How to ‘Study-A-Ton’ for the SAT

JASON ZHU
Staff Writer

In high school, one can appreciate the joy of being able to spend time with friends, attend school sports game, and participate in extracurricular activities. However, one particular aspect of our high school career does not quite add much enjoyment: the SAT. With proper preparation and effective studying methods, the SAT should not be as stressful.

Different people may take different approaches of preparation. The approach varies based on personal preference and abilities. Here are a few:

Prepare for the SAT with practice tests or sample quizzes from books or study websites. Books can be obtained at the library or through direct purchase from stores such as Barnes & Noble in the range of $20.00

For those who do not do so well on standardized tests prep associations such as Alpha Academy and Elite Institute may replicate the environment of the real test which can help one deal with the stress of the SAT.

If one needs more personalized attention on studying, find a tutor. Oftentimes, asking someone face-to-face is easier for understanding than studying alone.

There are many tips on studying as well as test-taking:
Make time to do practice tests so one can know what to expect on the real SAT.

Understand the structure of the test and be familiar with the type of questions that may appear while practicing.

Practice reading passages! There are a lot of reading comprehension questions on the real test.

Study vocabulary on a regular basis to be familiar with the words, but do not focus solely on it, as the SAT is not a spelling bee.
For the math section, understand the use of a calculator and rules of formulas.

Use some simple but effective tricks to one’s advantage, such as striking out obvious incorrect options using context clues.

Do not make SAT test day even more stressful by arriving unprepared. If one works hard and works smart, the SAT might be easier than expected.