CHAPTER 1 Attacking the New SAT: Twelve FAQs
What’s new in the redesigned SAT?
What are the primary skills assessed by the redesigned SAT?
What is the format of the redesigned SAT?
What kinds of scores are reported by the SAT?
What will colleges do with my SAT scores?
What control do I have over my SAT scores?
Should I take the ACT as well?
What is the best way to prepare for the redesigned SAT?
How can I get the most out of my study sessions?
When and how often should I take my SATs and Subject Tests?
What should I do the week before my SAT?
CHAPTER 3 The Language of Ideas: Vocabulary for SAT Evidence-Based Reading
The Language of Ideas and Learning
The Language of Argument, Reasoning, and Persuasion
The Language of Dissent, Criticism, and Rebellion
The Language of Power and Submission
The Language of Language and Literature
The Language of Extremism and Exaggeration
The Language of Care and Restraint
The Language of Change and Force
The Language of Dullness and Stasis
The Language of Truth, Truthfulness, and Beauty
The Language of Deceit, Error, and Confusion
The Language of Creativity and Productivity
The Language of Mystery, Surprise, Adventure, and Discovery
The Language of Harm, Deficit, and Decline
The Language of Kindness, Favor, and Benefit
The Language of Wisdom, Strength, and Skill
The Language of Capital and Wealth
The Language of Passion, Emotion, and Sensation
The Power Roots and Affixes for the SAT
CHAPTER 4 The SAT Writing and Language Test: The Ten Essential Rules
Organize the Ideas in Your Paragraphs
Make Your Comparisons Clear and Precise
Make Sure Your Pronouns Are Clear and Precise
Make Your Verbs Clear and Precise
Make the Rest of Your Sentence Clear and Precise
CHAPTER 5 The SAT Reading Test
The Core Analytical Reading Skills
Advanced SAT Reading Techniques
CHAPTER 6 The SAT Essay: Analyzing Arguments
Understand the Analytical Task
CHAPTER 7 The SAT Math Test: The Heart of Algebra
Working with Inequalities and Absolute Values
CHAPTER 8 The SAT Math Test: Problem Solving and Data Analysis
Working with Rates, Ratios, Percentages, and Proportions
CHAPTER 9 The SAT Math: Advanced Mathematics
Working with Quadratics and Other Polynomials
Working with Exponentials and Radicals
Working with Rational Expressions
CHAPTER 10 The SAT Math: Additional Topics
Understanding Geometric Relationships