Use the supplied notes to accomplish the question’s stated writing goal. You do not need to include every note; select the facts that serve the audience and purpose.
Key Rules
Read the writing goal before sorting the notes.
Identify which facts directly satisfy that goal.
Reject accurate statements that accomplish a different task or add unsupported information.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Selecting the answer with the most facts instead of the most relevant facts.
Introducing background when the task asks for a comparison.
SAT Strategy Tips
→Name the goal in a short phrase such as “show a difference” or “introduce an achievement.”
→Check every claim against the notes after checking the goal.
Example Question
Notes: Oak species A reaches 20 meters. Oak species B reaches 30 meters. Both are deciduous. The student wants to emphasize a difference in height. Which sentence best meets the goal?
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