SAT/PSAT Resources
There are three types of SAT/PSAT materials listed below: a) downloadable files in PDF format that I have created as part of my tutoring business; b) external links to specific articles; and c) external links to websites containing a variety of materials. These items are grouped by topic category. You may scroll to the desired category using the menu in the right sidebar.
Note: although this website is dedicated to mathematics, this particular page also includes items related to the writing (grammar) and reading sections of the test.
Math Section <back to top>
- SAT Math Checklist
A PDF file describing the steps to take when working on the SAT math sections.
- 4-Step Problem-Solving Approach
A PDF file describing the 4-step problem-solving approach.
- SAT Math Topics
A PDF file listing the math topics on the SAT and tips for dealing with them.
- SAT Math Section Patterns
A PDF file describing the major patterns to look for when working on the SAT math sections.
Writing Section <back to top>
- SAT Writing Section (Grammar) Checklist
A PDF file describing the steps to take when working on the SAT writing (grammar) sections.
- SAT Writing Section Tips
A PDF file providing tips for use on the SAT essay and grammar sections.
- Preposition Tutorial
A Towson University web page providing tips on recognizing and using prepositions and prepositional phrases.
- Pronoun Tutorial
A Towson University web page providing tips on recognizing and using pronouns.
- Grammar Usage Tutorial
A set of Purdue University web pages providing tips on recognizing and correcting common grammar usage problems (parallelism, subject-verb agreement, etc.). Check the grammar and punctuation sections on the left menu bar under General Writing.
Reading Section <back to top>
- SAT Reading Section Checklist
A PDF file describing the steps to take when working on the SAT reading sections.
- SAT Reading Section Tips
A PDF file providing tips for use on the SAT reading sections.
SAT Practice Tests <back to top>
- SAT Practice Tests
The College Board website, containing 8 practice tests, answers, solutions, etc..
PSAT Practice Tests <back to top>
- PSAT Practice Tests
The College Board website, containing 2 practice tests, answers, solutions, etc.
Videos & Tutorials <back to top>
- Khan Academy Tutorials
Khan Academy provides a comprehensive review of SAT topics, strategies, etc.
Articles & Books <back to top>
- McGraw-Hill SAT Preparation Book
McGraw-Hill provides one of the best tutorials in book form - get it from the library or buy it.
- Official SAT Study Guide
The Official SAT Study Guide (written by the College Board) provides the most realistic practice tests.
