1PSAT Test Structure and Scoring
61Vocabulary Building Techniques
2Overview of PSAT Sections
62Contextual Vocabulary Acquisition
3Essay Section (if applicable)
63Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes: Unlocking the Building Blocks of Words
4Mastering the Reading Section, Beyond Surface Comprehension
64Understanding the Building Blocks of Words
5Commanding the Writing and Language Section
65Practice and Reinforcement: Cementing Vocabulary for Lasting Mastery
6Advanced Math Without Calculator : Precision Under Pressure
66Daily Vocabulary Exercises and Games
7Mastering Math With Calculator: Strategic Efficiency
67Reviewing and Testing Vocabulary Regularly
8Exam Strategies: Excellence Under Pressure
68Test-Taking Strategies and Time Management
9Understanding the Scoring System
69Effective Time Allocation
10Setting Score Goals
70Estimating Time Per Question and Section
11Benchmark Scores for National Merit Consideration
71Prioritizing Questions Based on Difficulty
12Target Scores for College Readiness
72Strategies for Pacing Yourself Throughout the Test
13Strategies for Achieving Your Desired Score
73Breathing Exercises and Mindfulness Practices
14Reading Comprehension Strategies
74Post-Test Review
15Active Reading Techniques
75Analyzing Your Performance After Practice Tests
16Annotating Passages for Key Ideas
76Identifying Areas for Improvement
17Identifying Main Ideas and Supporting Details
77Adjusting Your Study Plan Accordingly
18Vocabulary in Context
78Chapter 8:
19Strategies for Deciphering Unfamiliar Words
79Practice Test 1 – Full-Length PSAT Simulation
20Using Context Clues Effectively
80Format and Structure of the Practice Test
21Building a Strong Vocabulary Foundation
81Emphasis on Simulating Real Test-Day Experience
22Answering Reading Questions
82Answer Key and Explanations
23Approaching Different Question Types
83Performance Analysis
24Time Management During the Reading Section
84Scoring Rubric and Interpretation Guide
25Writing and Language Skills
85Tips for Improving Weak Areas
26Grammar and Usage Rules
86Setting Goals for the Next Practice Test
27Common Grammar Mistakes to Avoid
87Practice Test 2 – Advanced Difficulty Level
28Subject-Verb Agreement
88Answer Key and In-Depth Explanations
29Sentence Structure and Clarity
89Performance Analysis
30Improving Sentence Structure
90Comparative Analysis with Previous Practice Test
31Recognizing and Correcting Sentence Fragments and Run-Ons
91Identifying Progress and Areas Needing Further Attention
32Enhancing Clarity and Conciseness
92Adjusting Study Strategies Based on Performance
33Varying Sentence Structure for Style and Impact
93Practice Test 3 – Focused on Weak Areas
34Practical Tips to Improve Sentence Structure on the Exam
94Emphasis on Sections Where Improvement Is Needed
35Rhetorical Skills
95Answer Key and Explanations –Practice Test 3
36Understanding the Author's Purpose and Audience
96Performance Analysis: Practice Test 3 vs. Earlier Practice Tests
37Identifying Logical Fallacies and Bias
97Comparative Analysis
38Evaluating the Effectiveness of Arguments and Evidence
98Tracking Improvement in Weak Areas
39Math – Heart of the PSAT
99Setting New Goals for Continued Progress
40Algebra and Problem Solving
100Simulated Test Environment
41Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities
101Taking the Test Under Official Timing Conditions
42Working with Ratios, Proportions, and Percentages
102Best Practices for Minimizing Distractions
43Strategies for Word Problems and Data Interpretation
103Tracking Performance in Real-Time
44Advanced Math Concepts
104Full Answer Key and Detailed Explanations
45Understanding Functions and Their Properties
105Strategic Review of Wrong Choices
46Working with Exponents, Radicals, and Polynomials
106Pattern Recognition in Question Types
47Solving Quadratic Equations and Systems of Equations
107Recommended Approach for Using This Section
48Data Analysis and Probability
108Bonus Review Drills & Rapid Fire Quizzes
49Interpreting Data from Tables, Graphs, and Charts
109Rapid-Fire Reading & Writing Review: Scoring & Feedback
50Calculating Mean, Median, Mode, and Range
110Conclusion
51Understanding Probability and Statistics Concepts
111Final Steps to PSAT/NMSQT Success
52Advanced Math and Problem Solving
112Test Day Toolkit
53Geometry and Measurement
113Sleep, Nutrition, and Morning Routine:
54Properties of Geometric Shapes and Figures
114Mental Prep and Calm Confidence Hacks:
55Perimeter, Area, and Volume Calculations
115After the Test: What’s Next?
56Coordinate Geometry and Transformations
116Staying Motivated for the SAT
57Complex Word Problems
117Transitioning from PSAT to SAT Study:
58Breaking Down Multi-Step Problems
118Resources for Continued Prep:
59Identifying Relevant Information and Operations
119Setting Future Academic Goals with Confidence:
60Estimation Techniques for Quick Solutions