PSAT

What does PSAT stand for?

Preliminary SAT

What is the NMSQT?

National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test

Who uses the scores to see what areas you need to work on?

College advisers (Mr. Rocha, Ms. Salinas)

When do the freshmen take the PSAT?

October

What are the three sections of the PSAT?

Reading, Writing and Language, Math

What is a perfect score on the PSAT?

1440

Can you qualify for the National Merit scholarship as a sophomore?

Yes

What is test taking tip #1?

Relax!

What is test taking tip #2?

Go to bed at a reasonable time and eat a good breakfast

What is test taking tip #3?

Read all directions

What is test taking tip #4?

Read the whole questions and possible answers

What is test taking tip #5?

Pace yourself

What is test taking tip #6?

If you run out of time, go ahead and bubble answers to the ones you didn't get to.

How can I prepare for these exams?

Do lessons in Khan Academy