SAT Critical Reading

A comprehensive guide to mastering the SAT Critical Reading section, focusing on reading comprehension, vocabulary, inference, and test strategies.

Reading Comprehension FundamentalsVocabulary in ContextMaking Inferences
Analyzing Author’s Purpose and PerspectiveInterpreting Evidence and Supporting ClaimsComparing Multiple Texts
Applying Critical Reading to Everyday MediaBuilding Vocabulary for College and CareerEffective Note-Taking While Reading
Time Management on the Reading SectionEliminating Wrong Answer ChoicesActive Reading Techniques
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Study Strategies

Active Reading Techniques

Stay Engaged, Score Higher

Active reading means interacting with the text—asking questions, making predictions, and noting key points as you go.

How to Practice

  • Annotate as you read: underline, circle, or jot notes (if allowed).
  • Pause after each paragraph to summarize what you’ve read.
  • Predict what comes next or what might be asked.

Why It Works

Active reading improves focus, understanding, and retention—perfect for test day!

Examples

  • You underline main ideas and circle unfamiliar words in each passage.

  • You pause after each section to mentally summarize before moving on.