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Mock SAT ReviewMock SAT/ACT Review
What this presentation will cover
1. Interpreting your Revolution Prep Mock SAT/ACT results
2. Using the structure of the SAT/ACT to your advantage
3. Why does the SAT/ACT matter, anyway?
4. Next Steps: Testing timeline and prep options
• Revolution ID number & form code• Section scores – range from 200-800• Essay score – ranges from 2 to 12; the essay score is 1/3 of the writing score• Total score – sum of the three section scores
Understanding the Score Report
• Revolution ID number & form code• Section scores – range from 1-36• Essay score – ranges from 2 to 12; essay score does not impact the composite score• Total score – average of the four section scores
Understanding the Score Report
SAT key at bottom of page:
Right answer, student answer
Question number and type
Subsection
SAT Answer Breakdown
ACT Key at bottom of page:
Right answer, student answer
Question number and type
Subsection
ACT Answer Breakdown
ACT SECTION
• Question type analysis• Specific topic analysis• List of missed questions
Detailed Analysis
• Question type analysis• Specific topic analysis
• Actual essay reproduced• Comments from reader
Student Essay
• Student worksheet for reviewing test• Figuring out WHY you made a mistake is critically important!
Error Log
Essay25 minutes
Math 225 minutes
Writing 125 minutes
ExperimentalSection
25 minutes
Writing 210 minutesCritical Reading 3
20 minutes
Math 320 minutes
Math 125 minutes
Critical Reading 125 minutes
Critical Reading 225 minutes
The SAT Reasoning Test
Total Time:3 hours, 45 minutes
SAT Scoring
• Three sub-scores: Math, Critical Reading, and Writing
• Each sub-section is scaled from 200-800
• The national average for each section is roughly 500 (1500 total)
SAT Scoring
• One raw score point gained for each correct answer
• 1/4 raw point taken away for each incorrect multiple choice answer
• No penalty or gain for omitted questions or incorrect answers on grid-ins
The SAT Essay
1. Read the prompt
2. Take a point & STICK TO IT
3. Let I-B-C be your guide!
• 25 Minutes• Surprise prompt
Essay Test Strategies
English45 minutes
Math60 minutes
Science35 minutes
Reading35 minutes
Total Time:2 hours, 55 minutes
Total Time with Essay:3 hours, 25 minutes
The ACT
ACT Scoring
• The ACT has four sections: English, Reading, Math,and Science, as well as an optional essay
• Each section is scored on a scale from 1 to 36
• The national average for each section is roughly 21
The Science Test• Not a science test!• Ability to interpret charts and graphs
Passage I
Measles is an extremely contagious viral infection spread by the respiratory route. Figure 1 shows the course of measles from time of exposure to recovery from the infection.
After recovery from measles, the infected individual develops immunity or resistance to re-infection. Figure 1 shows the development of immunity indicated by the antibody level.
The “Optional” ACT Essay
1. Read the prompt
2. Take a point & STICK TO IT
3. Let I-B-C be your guide!
• 30 Minutes• One essay prompt asking you to take a position• Prompts are typically about a school-related issue
Essay Test Strategies
Why does Testing Matter?
Standardized tests are the biggest “bang for the buck” part of the college admissions process.
Standardized Testing
15-35%
Other
15-35%
Transcript
50%
Big output
Transcript = 8,000 hrs.
Other= 1,000 hrs.
Standardized Testing = 10 hrs.
Small input
Testing Timeline
Senior Year
Junior Year
Sophomore Year
Test Prep Options
Upcoming Group Courses at La Costa Canyon HS• Prep for May 4th SAT – Begins March 16th: Wednesdays 6-
9pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm
• Prep for June 1st SAT - Begins April 25th: Thursdays 6-9pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm
• Prep for June 8th ACT - Begins April 27th: Tuesdays 6-9pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm
Upcoming Summer Accelerated Course at San Dieguito Academy • Prep during the summer – Begins July 9th: check website for
full schedule www.revolutionprep.com (only 3-4 weeks)
Private Tutoring • Call ASAP for tutor matching – based on your schedule and
preferences
Revolution Opportunities
Upcoming Mock SAT or ACT at San Dieguito Academy• Saturday, March 30th – Sign up at www.revolutionprep.com or
call 877-REV-PREP. Cost is $10. Results available after 1 week!
• At your convenience, call us and we can get your set up with a practice SAT or practice ACT exam at your convenience!
Revolution Opportunities
