SAT Writing

Master the skills needed to ace the SAT Writing section, focusing on grammar, clarity, and effective communication.
Grammar and Sentence StructurePunctuation and MechanicsClarity and Conciseness
Rhetorical Skills and Passage AnalysisDiction and Word ChoiceParallelism and Sentence Patterns
Editing Real-World DocumentsWriting for Social Media and Online PlatformsCollaborative Writing and Peer Review
Time Management on the SATProcess of Elimination
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Basic Concepts

Grammar and Sentence Structure

Why Grammar Matters

Strong grammar is the foundation of clear and effective writing. On the SAT, you'll be tested on your ability to spot and correct errors in sentence construction, verb tense, subject-verb agreement, and more.

Key Concepts

  • Subject-Verb Agreement: The subject and verb must agree in number (singular or plural).
  • Verb Tense Consistency: Maintain the same tense throughout a sentence or passage unless a shift is necessary.
  • Pronoun Clarity: Pronouns must clearly refer to a specific noun and agree in number and gender.

Common Pitfalls

  • Mixing up "its" and "it's"
  • Using the wrong verb tense
  • Unclear pronoun references

Practice Makes Perfect

Regularly reading and editing your own writing can help you spot these errors more easily.

Real-World Connection

Good grammar is essential in emails, job applications, and everyday communication.

Examples

  • She walk to the store every day. → She walks to the store every day.

  • The team lost their game because it was raining. (Unclear pronoun: What does 'it' refer to?)

In a Nutshell

Mastering grammar rules helps you write clearly and avoid common mistakes.

Key Terms

Subject-Verb Agreement
Ensuring the subject and verb in a sentence match in number.
Pronoun
A word that replaces a noun in a sentence.
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Punctuation and Mechanics