Honestly, I was super stressed about the SAT reading and writing sections. I kept thinking I’d never get the hang of the tricky questions. But then I decided to try some new strategies. First off, I made a habit of reading diverse materials—newspapers, novels, even opinion pieces. It helped me get used to different writing styles and vocab.
Next, I focused on understanding the questions rather than just reading the passages blindly. I’d skim the questions first and then quickly locate the relevant parts in the passage.
Another game-changer was practicing with official SAT practice tests. I noticed those reading comprehension questions often followed certain patterns, so I made notes about the types of questions that tripped me up.
Last but not least, I embraced timed practice! Timing yourself while answering sections was really uncomfortable at first but helped me get a feel for the real test.
If you’re feeling stuck, try mixing it up! Find what suits your learning style. Good luck!