Vocabulary is an essential aspect of any language, and it plays a crucial role in one’s ability to understand and express ideas effectively. The SAT exam places great emphasis on vocabulary, as it is an integral part of the reading comprehension section. This article aims to provide an overview of some of the most commonly ... Read more
The debate rages on whether students need to study vocabulary to do well on the SAT. The answer is more complicated than you may think.
Learn about detailed SAT reading section tips to answer questions more quickly and accurately! These same tips helped me get a 780 on SAT reading on my 1st try.
5 terms worth of daily SAT practice style questions for year 6. They could be used as an early morning task or a quick retrieval activity throughout the day. Slides include; Spelling practice Arithmetic questions with answers Grammar & Punctuation questions with answers Reasoning questions with answers Reading comprehension questions with answers All slides are editable to suit your class' need with a calm and neutral theme.
Students take either the SAT or the ACT during junior and senior year of high school in order to get into college. In Texas, more and more students are choosing to participate in this testing, but,…
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Almost all of my tutoring students in the last 10 years have made the same mistakes while taking the Reading portion of the ACT and SAT. They struggle with... Finishing the test on time Zoning out while reading (and therefore wasting time REreading) Taking too long to find the answer in the text Trying too hard to memorize the text as they read it Overreacting when they don't understand everything in the text Spending too long debating between two answer choices that "both sound right" Many of these problems are either reduced or completely eliminated when the student uses the following five tricks. Some of them will be familiar to teachers, but most of them come with a twist. #1: The TEST version of annotating I talk about this strategy more in a companion blog post, 6 Test Prep Strategies for English Classes, but essentially, the idea is to teach students to CIRCLE the main idea keyword/phrase that represents what the paragraph is about. The primary benefits of LIGHT annotation include better focus while reading (a.k.a. less time spent zoning out or rereading), as well as creating a "trail" of markings to help students skim faster later on, when they're looking for the answers to text-dependent questions. See a sample annotation below. (The handout you see is a FREE download, available in the blog post hyperlinked above!) #2: Using your pencil more during process of elimination Students believe they can do a lot "in their head" and don't use their pencils enough. True process of elimination should be more than just crossing out the answer choice letter. Specifically, I ask students to cross out the specific word that makes an answer choice wrong. Sometimes it's an "extreme" word like always, never, or only; sometimes the offending word choice is something factually inaccurate or isn't supported by the text. The benefit of "using your pencil more" is more precision, which helps the student confidently (and quickly) decide which answers are right and wrong. Less time is spent debating between them. See an example in the photo below. #3: Pace how long you spend reading Students are surprised when I get out a timer and check how long they spend reading. They're usually not as slow as they think, and with a few strategies, they can build their awareness of their own habits and avoid the traps that will slow them down. On the ACT, for example, I encourage them to... Spend about 2 minutes reading each of the 2 columns of text* Start on whichever page/passage looks easiest for them Find the sweet spot of not reading too fast or too slowly NOT to slow down too much while reading fiction, since students sometimes get too comfortable reading their favorite genre NOT "read the questions first" and to begin with actually reading the passage*. (More on that another day.) *On the ACT, students essentially have 8.5 minutes to read a passage and answer 10 questions. For MOST students, it's worthwhile to read the text WELL for four minutes (or fewer) before moving on to questions. #4: Predicting the answer (in the text) before looking at choices Students are so conditioned to immediately jump into the 4 (or 5) multiple choice options that they skip an important step: looking in the text for the GIVEN answer. Though tests DO obviously contain inference questions too, a good number of them are "detail" questions that are text-dependent. If students don't use the text enough, they are relying on their memories instead, which backfires. I often coach students to use my "hand cover" technique instead (shown below). Students cover the answer choices (so they can still see the question), and at LEAST think about the answer, if not go find it in the text. THEN they are allowed to look at the answer choices. By adding mere seconds "up front", students benefit when they spend fewer seconds debating between answer choices. Speed AND accuracy both improve. #5: Controlling your emotions better Given how damaging stress is on the brain (including memory, creativity, and focus), it's important for students to learn not to overreact during a test. Preventing stress is essential. If they don't understand the point of a sentence, move on. If a question looks hard, skip it and come back later. If an entire passage looks difficult, skip it and do a different page first. If one page didn't go well, the next one might be better. Not unlike a growth mindset, an ideal test mindset is one where the student handles any scenario in stride. Agree or disagree? Tell me what you think in the comments!
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This package of Google Slides has a 3 step system to help students practice their reading skills in preparation for tests such as the SAT.STEP 1- Read the story and take notes and answer questions. Difficult vocabulary words are highlighted and definitions are providedSTEP 2-Check your notes and ans...
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This is a rare copy of a well read book. Judge Marcus Kavanagh presided over numerous high profile cases, including the fire at the Iroquois Theater. Marcus Kavanagh sat on the bench for 33yrs . This book details decades of experience and knowledge with cases and questions. Measures approx. 8" x 5.5" x 1.25". Note: The first several "My Decision" pages have been written in. 1929 first edition Has wear and has been used as a study guide ..no dust jacket.
Walter had been a track-switcher on the railway line that ran past his tiny English village for most of his life.All day long he sat in his little hut and switched the points as trains approached.One day he got it into his head that it was time to move up in the world, so he wrote to British Rail and asked to be considered for a promotion.He was invited to come to head office in London and speak to a manager.
Moomin Set of 3 Pencils Jot down notes, doodle or draw, or even write reminders, and messages with these stylish Moomin pencils. This set of three pencils are each decorated with a different design; ‘I KNEW NOTHING, BUT I BELIEVE A LOT.’ features a small illustration of Moominpappa sat reading a book, all set against a pale pink background. ‘LIFE IS VERY CHARMING.’ features a small illustration of Moomin and Snorkmaiden embracing in a hug, all set against a pale blue background. ‘ALL NICE THINGS ARE GOOD FOR YOU.’ features a small illustration of Moominmamma sat reading, all set against a warm yellow background. Each pencil is topped with a white eraser, perfect for correcting any little mistake you might make. These pens will add a touch of fun to your stationery collection, ideal for both drawing or note taking and are sure to become firm favourites to write with! The three Moomin pencils come in a branded giftbox making them a wonderful gift for a friend or relative. Perfect for any Moomin fan, and ideal for a birthday, as a way to say thank you or for any special occasion. Moomin Range The Moomin books by internationally acclaimed Finnish author, Tove Jansson have been loved by generations of children since they first appeared in the 1940’s. Written and illustrated with hand drawn images by Tove, the characters are based on people she knew in her own life. These endearing creatures were made into comic strips and TV cartoons as well as the original series of nine books, and even today there is a Moomin theme park in Finland. Jansson died in 2001, her books by then translated into 45 languages; in 2017 she was honoured in two London exhibitions and an outdoor Moomin adventure event in Kew Gardens. It is her delightful illustrations that are particularly remembered, simple line drawings that portray the portly trolls and their friends, in humorous situations and magical landscapes, and these images look wonderful when reproduced on stationery accessories and household items. No doubt the Moomin legacy will continue for generations of children (and adults) to come!
The Model 02 armchair chaise lounge creates the ultimate space to relax in. Whether that be a cosy reading nook, to put your feet up when watching TV, or to rest tired feet after a long day.
Sat on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing is bold yet beautiful. Mid century is back and Model 02 is leading its renaissance. Ideal for snoozing, sharing or just simply admiring (who says sofas can’t be the centrepiece?)
The Model 02 armchair chaise lounge creates the ultimate space to relax in. Whether that be a cosy reading nook, to put your feet up when watching TV, or to rest tired feet after a long day.
Sat on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing is bold yet beautiful. Mid century is back and Model 02 is leading its renaissance. Ideal for snoozing, sharing or just simply admiring (who says sofas can’t be the centrepiece?)
Sat on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing is bold yet beautiful. Mid century is back and Model 02 is leading its renaissance. Ideal for snoozing, sharing or just simply admiring (who says sofas can’t be the centrepiece?)
Sat on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing is bold yet beautiful. Mid century is back and Model 02 is leading its renaissance. Ideal for snoozing, sharing or just simply admiring (who says sofas can’t be the centrepiece?)
The Model 02, 3 seater corner demands attention. Its classic mid century design comes with pulled seam and piped detailing, bolster cushions and feather-filled back cushions. Sitting on a wooden plinth, it’s a bold yet beautiful statement.
The Model 02, 3 seater corner demands attention. Its classic mid century design comes with pulled seam and piped detailing, bolster cushions and feather-filled back cushions. Sitting on a wooden plinth, it’s a bold yet beautiful statement.
Test prep doesn’t have to be boring! Students can exercise important skills while reading texts that actually interest them: Summarizing Texts Main Ideas Implied Ideas Explicit Details Sequence of Events Cause and Effect Vocabulary This 7-question assignment prompts students to discover fun texts while guiding them to exercise key reading, writing & language skills. If you'd like to take this to the next level, instead of a worksheet, you can use the guiding questions as part of an essay assignment.
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Sat on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing is bold yet beautiful. Mid century is back and Model 02 is leading its renaissance. Ideal for snoozing, sharing or just simply admiring (who says sofas can’t be the centrepiece?)
Sitting on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 armchair demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing creates a beautiful, bold occasional chair. The perfect addition for those who already own a Model 02 sofa, but equally it can be used as a standalone item.
Sat on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing is bold yet beautiful. Mid century is back and Model 02 is leading its renaissance. Ideal for snoozing, sharing or just simply admiring (who says sofas can’t be the centrepiece?)
The Model 02 armchair chaise lounge creates the ultimate space to relax in. Whether that be a cosy reading nook, to put your feet up when watching TV, or to rest tired feet after a long day.
The Model 02, 3 seater corner demands attention. Its classic mid century design comes with pulled seam and piped detailing, bolster cushions and feather-filled back cushions. Sitting on a wooden plinth, it’s a bold yet beautiful statement.
Sitting on a solid wood plinth, the Model 02 armchair demands attention. Its pulled seam and piped detailing creates a beautiful, bold occasional chair. The perfect addition for those who already own a Model 02 sofa, but equally it can be used as a standalone item.
