Choosing which subject tests to take?!

Test Preparation
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<p>In June I took the Biology M and Math 2 subject tests. I didn't really study for either and therefore scored 620 and 610 respectively. These aren't even close to the scores that I need to be accepted to the schools I'm applying to-- my second time around I'm shooting for 750+ on both tests I take. Now on to which tests I take. I had previously thought that I would intensely study for the same subject test all summer preparing for October. Yesterday though, I went to the store to by study books and a thought hit me: It might be more beneficial for me to take US History instead of biology. I don't have a thorough knowledge of history, but it is something that comes easy to me (much easier than bio) and I believe I could self study for. On the other hand, I've heard US History subject test is incredibly hard, so I'm torn. My potential major is something along the lines of Poli Sci (I am definitely NOT majoring in anything science related) so US history would be more applicable to my interests.</p>

<p>So what do you think:</p>

<p>Should I take US History (with little past knowledge but natural talent) or Biology (with lots of past knowledge and experience but NO natural talent)?</p>

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<p>US History is a very hard test, but the curve is very generous. I think you could do it.
Are you any good at Critical Reading? If so, you may benefit from taking the Literature subject test.</p>

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<p>Also, past experience doesn’t help much of you aren’t good at the subject. After taking AP World History, I got a 550 on the subject test. Im not going to retake it, I hate history way too much.</p>