<p>I'm going to be a senior starting this September. I need some advice on studying for the English parts of the SAT. </p>
<p>My SAT range:</p>
<p>Math: 760-800
CR: ~530s ------------------->700
Writing: ~530s -------------->700-750 (getting the hang of the questions)</p>
<p>I have been forced to practice for the test and I didn't show any interest while I was "studying" for it(parents T_T). So I have completed the blue book and my score is stuck in the range shown above.</p>
<p>I just learned all the concepts and learned how to tackle the SAT english parts. Now, all I need is some practice for the test. </p>
<p>I currently have:
- SAT blue book (DONE) don't want to redo it because most answers were stuck in my mind and practiced it twice
- SAT Barrons (red)
- SAT Kaplan (12 tests)</p>
<p>I just started doing the Kaplan, but I am feeling that the tests are too easy. The questions are too straight forward. I have a feeling that the level is a bit far away from the real SAT.</p>
<p>I find the Barron's to be acceptable because its as complex as the real SAT. </p>
<p>I am going to spend this whole summer for this SAT o-o. I have feeling that I am not only going to get better a better score but also improve my english skills. This way I don't get left behind in college. So I don't mind killing myself this summer. Killing: no entertainment :P</p>
<p>-So how should I prep with the books that I have now? I can buy another 2-3 books if recommended.
-I am going to get the SAT online course. But its going to be a bit difficult for me because I usually take notes and underline as I read. I just can't read it off the screen.
-Should I continue with Kaplan to get used to an easier CR so I can do better at the level of SAT?
- I have 3 months of preparation. Should I start reading books to improve my reading speed? I usually read NY times(Science & technology) but, I don't read anything that I don't have any knowledge around.
- For essay writing should I keep a diary for everyday? or should I pick a random debatable questions and write on it everyday?</p>
<p>I need 3 months of study materials (practice tests). Is the barons red book and the sat online course going to be enough? Of course not, but any "official books" I could purchase?</p>
<p>I apologize for any grammar mistakes, still learning. :P</p>
<p>Thank you for reading and I appreciate any advice upon this life changing summer. I think.</p>