The SAT Subject Test in Literature assesses students' understanding and analysis of literary texts, including poetry, prose, and drama.
Close reading means digging beneath the surface of the text. It involves carefully analyzing words, phrases, and structure to uncover deeper meaning.
The SAT will often ask you to cite evidence to support your answers. This means finding specific lines or phrases that back up your interpretation.
Always refer back to the text when making a claim. Strong evidence makes your answer convincing!
Finding a line that proves a character is afraid.
Quoting a metaphor to explain the theme.
Close reading means examining details and using the text to support your answers.