Done with the Blue Book - "What now?" and related questions

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<p>I just finished with all of the Blue Book practice tests/sections, except for one practice test which is saving for tomorrow. I have some questions to those more experienced with SAT taking, if you would be so kind to help me out.</p>

<p>1. How good was my study strategy?</p>

<p>I have been working about 3 sections in each section (M, CR, W) per day, and scoring them on the score ranges in the book. So, for future reference, is this a good strategy?</p>

<p>*2. I know it's hard to evaluate the essay portion, but based on the following information, what can I expect to get on the actual SAT? *</p>

<p>My PSAT score from this year was 207 - CR: 72, M: 68, W: 67. My SAT Math 2 Subject Test score was 790 (but this was two years ago).</p>

<p>The number of problems I'm getting wrong on Blue Book sections in each section (3 Math sections, 3 CR, 2 W) - Math: 0-2 wrong [720-800 = lowest range I've gotten], Critical Reading: 1-4 [700-780], Writing 1-4 [score range unknown cause of the essay], generally I can write out 1.5 pages for the essay.</p>

<p>For anyone who might have a good idea, what kind of score can I expect to get on the SAT (I know this is a difficult question, but I'd like to know where I stand)?</p>

<p>3. What should I do to practice further now that I am done with all of the Blue Book sections?</p>

<p>Any books or other resources are greatly appreciated. I think I have a couple good resources for the essay portion, but any more would be fantastic as well</p>

<p>4. Any tips for preparation during the week prior?</p>

<p>I'm taking the test a week from tomorrow, so any good tips for studying in the next week?</p>

<p>5. Other advice?</p>

<p>Thanks for taking the time to answer these, I truly appreciate any help and guidance you can offer me.</p>

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<p>I wonder the same thing ^
I finished the BB a long time ago. Today, I took a practice PSAT: 183 ( Math 72; CR 49; WR 62)</p>

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<p>Are you taking the SAT?</p>

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<p>You have to do more than just do the practice tests. When you do them, you need to mark questions you’re not sure how to do. Regardless if you get lucky and get them right or not, look up how to do each of those, find the answers, and work to find WHY they’re the answers. Otherwise, you’re just taking a test over and over at the same skill level.</p>

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Get a very good amount of rest the night before. I always seemed to be out late with friends before the SAT, and I regretted it a few hours later when I had to wake up. I generally only did things with them on Friday, so I had to limit myself before the SAT (and subject tests). Once I started getting more rest, I started feeling better in the morning (common sense, I know). The week before, do some prep, go over past practice tests, but don’t overload.</p>

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<p>I should add that I haven’t left any answers blank for a month, and I guess on maybe 2 per section. I do review my answers though :)</p>

<p>And thanks, I was planning on it. I’ve also heard that some light exercise the day before helps tremendously.</p>

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<p>A moderate estimate of your score is 2300 which could be higher or lower depending on the day. For extra practice you can check out some practice test books for Princeton Reveiw or other companies, but your method of practice seems to be fine as on a whole. As long as you are/have improved then just continue what you’ve been doing.</p>

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Oh, and I would predict a 730-770 for you on writing. Probably an 8-10 essay, with 1.5 good pages.</p>

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<p>I still have to refine my examples quite a bit. Thanks for all of the feedback.</p>

<p>I’ve certainly improved from when I first started studying. Let’s hope it all goes to plan!</p>

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Yes, I do. I need to make a quick jump from a 1700 to a 2000. I will do Online Course by CollegeBoard instead of doing the BB, because I have done the BB many times.</p>

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<p>Omg that’s really good I think and people tend to do better on the actual test day
No worries!!
I think probably longer essay would help
And I think u can at least get a 2300plus
:)</p>

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I missed 5 with a 10 and got a 700, so that score range doesn’t seem accurate for the predicted essay score.</p>

<p>But increase your essay length and I think you’re guaranteed a 2200+.</p>