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A Diagnostic Test

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

ANSWER KEY

ANSWERS EXPLAINED

ou are about to take a diagnostic test, which has the identical format of a

Yreal SAT. Not counting short breaks between the sections—a minute or two

between Sections 1 and 2 and between Sections 3 and 4, and perhaps ten minutes

between Sections 2 and 3—this test takes exactly three hours. After completing

the four sections, take as long a break as you like. Then give yourself 50 minutes

to write the essay in Section 5.

The diagnostic test is a multipurpose tool.

■First, it will help you identify your problem areas and skills. Take the test

and evaluate your results. You will discover your strengths and

weaknesses, and you will know what to study.

■Second, this test will help you design a study plan that’s right for you. Use

the information you get from your result to tailor a study plan to fit your

particular needs. If you need extra time on a certain topic, build time in.

You are in charge of your study program—make it work for you.

■Third, this test is your introduction to the format and content of the New

SAT. There is nothing like working your way through actual SAT-type

questions for 3 hours to teach you how much stamina you need and how

much speed.

■Finally, this test is your chance to learn how to profit from your mistakes.

Read the answer explanation for every question, even those you answered

correctly. You’ll be amazed to see how much you’ll learn.

Taking this diagnostic test is the first step in your SAT preparation. Take it

seriously.

Good luck on this journey.

REMEMBER

In addition to the diagnotic test and the four practice tests in this book,

you have access to two online tests. You can find the link to the online

tests in the beginning of this book.

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