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What does the Reading Section test?
Your ability to understand and analyze
passages
What are the four types of passages in the Reading Section?
Literature: Stories or excerpts from
novels
or plays
History/Social Studies: Passages about historical events or social issues
Science: Passages about scientific topics or discoveries
Paired Passages: Two related passages on a similar topic
How many types of passages are in the Reading Section?
Four
types
What types of questions will you answer in the Reading Section?
Questions about
main idea
,
details
,
tone
, or purpose
What does the Writing Section involve?
Reading passages that fall into three
categories
What are the three main categories of passages in the Writing Section?
Informative
: Explains a topic factually
Persuasive
: Argues a point of view
Narrative: Tells a story or recounts experiences
What key elements are present in a Persuasive passage?
Arguments
, reasons, and
counterarguments
What does the Math Section test your skills in?
Number operations
,
algebra
, and
geometry
What are the three concepts tested in the Math Section?
Number Operations
:
Basic arithmetic
Algebra
: Solving
equations
and
inequalities
Geometry
: Understanding
shapes
,
area
, and
volume
How can understanding passage types help in the Writing Section?
Helps approach questions effectively
Identifies key elements in each type
Improves
comprehension
and analysis skills