<p>Please don't say I've hit a limit :( I feel so dismayed I just want to give up.</p>
<p>My first SAT practice tests I consistently scored 1850's but through rigorous work and vocab memorization I have finally brought it up to the 'just 2000's </p>
<p>i.e. 2020 </p>
<p>I'm on my 9th blue book practice test. I have finished Kaplan, I've done Princeton practice tests and reviewed all my incorrect answers.</p>
<p>My score ranges:</p>
<p>Math: 700-760
CR: 570-630
Writing 600-650 (essay 9)</p>
<p>I have one practice test left. I just keep making repeated mistakes especially on writing sections (the plural/singular noun verb agreement and idiom choices are the most difficult).</p>
<p>I know all the grammar rules so it's so frustrating.</p>
<p>What should I do? I take Jan 25 international test.</p>
<p>I have plenty of time, but limited resources. </p>
<p>Thanks :-)</p>
<p>I know some on this site would disagree with me, but if you’re above 2000s don’t beat yourself up. Keep in mind that the SATs CAN be improved with studying, but you’re only improving your test taking abilities, not necessarily your knowledge. If you’ve brought it up almost 200 points, good for you! </p>
<p>Also, sounds like you get frustrated on the English sections. Relax, use logic, don’t get caught up in the technicalities. I’ve always been terrible at grammar, I just can’t keep everything straight in my mind, but my english standardized test scores are always the best because I used to read a lot. Make sure the answer you choose SOUNDS good in your mind and feels right. </p>
<p>Another option: Have you considered the ACTs? You said international so I don’t know what the deal is with that, but some people find they do better on the ACTs if they get stuck with SATs. I did. (Only improved by 50 or so points but it was an improvement.)</p>
<p>The thing is that they keep using the same tricks. For grammar, note down what the answer was and why it was wrong and specifically watch out for the same mistake on the next test. </p>
<p>Also, give yourself a couple of days before taking the next test to let the previous test soak in. If u dont, I guarantee you’ll be making the same mistakes over and over again.</p>
<p>Ultimately, improvement is possible. First time I gave the SAT, was getting 1700-1800 on the practice tests, got a 1940 on the actual. Second time was getting 2000-2050 on diags, got a 1950 actual. Beating myself up and took again. This time was getting 2100-2200 on practice tests and got a 2130. Still feel I could have done better, but im still pretty satisfied considering where I started.</p>
<p>It all goes back to what the above poster said, improve your test taking skills rather than your knowledge if you feel you know everything but cant seem to get the right answer</p>