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
Reading Comprehensio...Vocabulary in Contex...Making InferencesAnalyzing Author’s P...Interpreting Evidenc...Comparing Multiple T...Applying Critical Re...Building Vocabulary ...Effective Note-Takin...Time Management on t...Eliminating Wrong An...Active Reading Techn...
Practical Applications

Effective Note-Taking While Reading

Capture What Matters

Note-taking sharpens your comprehension and memory, whether you’re reading for the SAT, school, or fun.

Techniques to Try

  • Jot down main ideas and supporting details in bullet points.
  • Sketch quick diagrams or mind maps.
  • Summarize paragraphs in your own words.

Real-World Perks

Effective notes help you review efficiently and stay organized for any subject or project.

Examples

  • You write a short summary for each paragraph in a science article to help remember key facts.

  • You create a mind map connecting main ideas while reading a history passage.

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Time Management on the Reading Section