SSAT Upper Level Reading

A comprehensive guide to mastering reading comprehension for the SSAT Upper Level exam.

Practical Applications

Effective Note-Taking and Summarizing

Capture Key Points Like a Pro

Taking notes and summarizing helps you remember what you read and prepare for discussions or tests.

Tips for Note-Taking

  • Write down the main idea and a few supporting details.
  • Use bullet points or diagrams to organize information.
  • Summarize each paragraph in your own words.

Real-World Benefit

These skills are helpful for studying, doing research, and staying organized—not just for school, but for life!

Examples

  • Making a quick chart of main ideas and details while reading a science article.

  • Summarizing a chapter from a book in a few sentences for a book report.

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