Test Prep

ACT

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Reading
  • Science
  • Writing

SAT

  • SAT Evidence-Based Reading.
  • SAT Writing & Language.
  • SAT Math: No-Calculator.
  • SAT Math: Calculator.
  • SAT Essay (optional and to be discontinued after June 2021)
  • practice test 1 https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-practice-test-1.pdf

The SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States. It consists of several sections, each designed to assess different aspects of a student’s academic readiness for college. Here’s a summary of the main sections of the SAT:

  1. Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW):
    • This section consists of two parts: Reading and Writing & Language.
    • The Reading section assesses your ability to analyze and interpret texts from various sources.
    • The Writing & Language section evaluates your editing and revision skills, focusing on grammar, punctuation, and style.
  2. Mathematics:
    • The Math section assesses your mathematical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
    • It includes both calculator-allowed and calculator-free portions, covering algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and data analysis.
  3. Optional Essay (currently optional):
    • This section, called the SAT Essay, requires students to analyze and write about a provided source text.
    • While some colleges may require the SAT Essay, many no longer consider it in their admissions process.
  4. Scoring:
    • The SAT is scored on a scale of 400 to 1600, combining the scores from the EBRW and Math sections.
    • Additionally, the SAT Essay is scored separately on a scale of 6 to 24.
  5. Timing:
    • The SAT is a timed test, with specific time limits for each section.
    • The total testing time for the SAT (including the optional Essay) is approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes.
  6. Content:
    • The content of the SAT is aligned with what students typically learn in high school.
    • The questions are designed to assess critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  7. Preparation:
    • Many students prepare for the SAT by using study guides, taking practice tests, and enrolling in test prep courses.
    • Familiarity with the test format and content can help improve scores.
  8. Use in College Admissions:
    • SAT scores are often a part of college applications, but their weight in the admissions process can vary from one institution to another.
    • Some colleges have moved towards test-optional or test-blind policies, where SAT scores are not required or considered.

It’s important to note that the SAT underwent some changes in recent years, including the removal of the SAT Subject Tests and the optional nature of the SAT Essay. Additionally, the impact of the SAT on college admissions may continue to evolve, so it’s advisable for students to check the admission requirements of the specific colleges they plan to apply to for the most up-to-date information.

LSAT

The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) consists of several sections that assess various skills and abilities important for success in law school. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, here is a summary of the main sections on the LSAT:

  1. Logical Reasoning (LR):
    • Number of Sections: Usually 2
    • Purpose: Evaluate your ability to analyze and critically evaluate arguments.
    • Content: You’ll read short passages and answer questions that test your ability to identify assumptions, draw inferences, and detect flaws in reasoning.
  2. Reading Comprehension (RC):
    • Number of Sections: Usually 1
    • Purpose: Assess your ability to read and understand complex, dense text passages.
    • Content: You’ll read a series of passages, typically related to law, science, or humanities, and answer questions that test your comprehension, analysis, and ability to make logical inferences.
  3. Logic Games (Analytical Reasoning):
    • Number of Sections: Usually 1
    • Purpose: Evaluate your ability to understand and work with structured relationships and rules.
    • Content: You’ll solve sets of puzzles that involve arranging variables or elements according to specific rules. These games test your deductive reasoning and organizational skills.
  4. Writing Sample (Unscored):
    • Number of Sections: Usually 1
    • Purpose: Provide law schools with a writing sample to assess your ability to present an argument in a clear and organized manner.
    • Content: You’ll be given a prompt and 35 minutes to construct an argumentative essay in response to the prompt. This section is not scored, but it is sent to law schools along with your LSAT score.
  5. Experimental Section (Unannounced):
    • Number of Sections: Usually 1
    • Purpose: This section is used by the test makers (LSAC) to try out new questions for future tests and does not count toward your score. The experimental section could be a logical reasoning, reading comprehension, or logic games section.
  6. Variable Section (Unannounced):
    • Number of Sections: None, or occasionally there might be one.
    • Purpose: Similar to the experimental section, this section is used for research purposes and does not count toward your score. It could be any of the above three section types.

The LSAT is a multiple-choice test, and the scored sections (Logical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Logic Games) contribute to your overall LSAT score, which is used by law schools as a part of their admissions process. The exact format and content of the LSAT may evolve over time, so it’s important to check the most up-to-date information from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) if you plan to take the test in the future. Additionally, as of my last update in 2021, the LSAT is transitioning to a digital format called LSAT-Flex, which is administered online.

MCAT

  • Section 1: Biological and biochemical foundations.
  • Section 2: Chemical and physical foundations of biological systems.
  • Section 3: Psychological, social, and biological foundations of behavior.
  • Section 4: Critical analysis and reasoning skills.


The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized test used for admissions to medical schools in the United States and Canada. It consists of four main sections, each designed to assess different skills and knowledge areas required for success in medical school. Here’s a summary of each MCAT section:

  1. Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems (BBFLS):
    • Content: This section evaluates your knowledge of foundational concepts in biology and biochemistry.
    • Topics Covered: Cellular biology, genetics, microbiology, biochemistry, metabolism, and physiology.
    • Skills Assessed: Understanding biological processes, problem-solving, and scientific reasoning.
  2. Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems (CPBS):
    • Content: This section tests your understanding of the physical and chemical principles that underlie biological systems.
    • Topics Covered: General and organic chemistry, physics, and introductory biology.
    • Skills Assessed: Applying physical and chemical principles to biological contexts, quantitative reasoning.
  3. Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior (PSBB):
    • Content: This section assesses your knowledge of psychology, sociology, and their applications to understanding human behavior and social interactions.
    • Topics Covered: Psychology, sociology, research methods, and their application to health and illness.
    • Skills Assessed: Critical thinking about human behavior, sociocultural influences on health, research interpretation.
  4. Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (CARS):
    • Content: This section evaluates your ability to read and analyze complex passages, draw inferences, and think critically.
    • Topics Covered: Humanities and social sciences, including ethics, philosophy, and cultural studies.
    • Skills Assessed: Reading comprehension, inference, logical reasoning, and argument analysis.

Each MCAT section is scored separately on a scale from 118 to 132, with a midpoint score of 125. The four section scores are then combined to give you a total MCAT score, ranging from 472 to 528. Medical school admissions committees consider both your individual section scores and your total score when evaluating your application. Preparing for the MCAT involves studying these content areas, practicing test-taking strategies, and developing strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

GRE

  • great resources to get perfect score:
  • Math:
  • divisibility rule of number
  • Verbal:
  • – The Complete Guide to SAT Reading
  • – The Ultimate Guide to SAT Grammar

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a standardized test commonly required for admission to graduate and business programs. The GRE consists of several sections that assess a test-taker’s skills and abilities in various areas. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, here is a summary of the GRE sections:

  1. Verbal Reasoning: This section evaluates your ability to understand and analyze written material, as well as your ability to draw conclusions from it. It includes reading comprehension, sentence equivalence, and text completion questions.
  2. Quantitative Reasoning: This section assesses your mathematical skills and your ability to solve quantitative problems. It includes multiple-choice questions and quantitative comparison questions that involve arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis.
  3. Analytical Writing (AWA): The AWA section consists of two tasks:
    • Issue Task: You are presented with an argument or statement, and you must provide your perspective on the issue and support it with relevant examples and reasoning.
    • Argument Task: You are given an argument and are required to critically evaluate it, pointing out its strengths and weaknesses.
  4. Experimental Research Section (Not scored): This unscored section may be included in your GRE test, and its purpose is to try out new test questions for future exams. It can appear either in the Verbal or Quantitative section, and you won’t know which one is experimental.
  5. Research or Unscored Section: In addition to the experimental section, you might also encounter a research section or an unscored section. These sections do not count toward your GRE score and are used for research and test development purposes.

The GRE is a computer-adaptive test, which means the difficulty of the questions in the Verbal and Quantitative sections can vary based on your performance. If you answer questions correctly, the subsequent questions may become more challenging, and vice versa.

Each of the Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning sections is scored on a scale of 130 to 170 in one-point increments, with a maximum total score of 340. The AWA section is scored separately on a scale of 0 to 6, in half-point increments.

Please note that test formats and scoring scales can change over time, so it’s essential to check the official GRE website or the specific requirements of the programs you’re applying to for the most up-to-date information on the GRE sections and scoring.




https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=UA-63695651-4