SAT (Scholastic Assessment Tast)
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT-I) is a reasoning test. SAT-I especially focuses on verbal (English) and mathematics. The SAT-I score helps students to compare reasoning abilities and academic strength which will help him/her in deciding whether he/she needs to take an additional courses or do more independent study to succeed in American colleges/Universities for the Undergraduate level.
SAT-II
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT-II) is a subject Test. The test measures a candidate’s Knowledge of a particular subject and ability to apply that Knowledge. SAT-II scores are required by colleges/Universities of the USA where admissions/Scholarships are very Competitive.
For more information log on to: www.sat.org
For more information log on to: www.sat.org
SAT TESTING AREAS
THE CRITICAL READING SECTION
Two type of questions in the critical reading section:
Sentence completion questions ask you to fill in the blanks with the best word or phrase to complete a sentence.
Reading Comprehension Questions ask you to answer the questions with the information asked in the passage.
THE WRITING SECTION
Three type of questions on the writing skill Section:
Identifying Sentence-Error Questions ask you to spot errors in sentences not to fix them.
Improving Sentence Questions ask you to spot the form of a sentences that works best.
Improving Paragraph Questions ask you to rewrite, combine or reorder sentences to produce a batter-organized argument.
THE MATHEMATIC SECTION
Two type of questions on the mathematic Section:
Multiple Choice Questions are designed to test basic mathematical skills, understanding of elementary mathematical concepts and the ability to solve problems.
Grid-in Questions too test the elementary mathematical skills of students but there are no choices given. The test questions require you to determine answers and enter them in special grids.
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Writing Skills
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49 Questions
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60 Minutes
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Critical Reading
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67 Questions
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70 Minutes
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Mathematics
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54 Questions
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70 Minutes
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Essay
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1
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25 Minutes
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SAT measures writing, reading and mathematical skills.
- It is for undergraduate programs.
- It is a paper-based test.
- The registration fee is $ 62.50 (but not constant)
- The test takes 3 hours and 45 minutes.
- The total score of the SAT is 2,400.
- The score is valid for 2 years.
- The score will be announced within 20 to 30 days of the test day.
