Some strategies for success

Success in any test depends on how well you have prepared for that particular test. A candidate who knows most does not necessarily secure the highest score. There are other factors such as careful management of time, following directions in full, avoiding silly errors, total concentration, and most importantly self-confidence in the examination hall.
Selection of easy questions is important. In tests with multiple-choice questions, do not spend time for questions that appear to be tough.
Skip them and proceed to the questions that follow; they might be easier for you. Plan well and work your plan in the examination hall.
You should start preparation for SAT well in advance. The Official SAT Study Guide published by the College Board is of great help. It contains directions on approaches to test taking, eight practice tests, and sample essays and prompts.
Also, there are official publications such as The Official Study Guide for all Subject Tests, College Handbook, The College Board Book of Majors, and Getting Financial Aid. These can be ordered by filling the appropriate column in the registration form.
The SAT Online Course that offers practice tests, interactive instruction, and explanation of answers is another option. There are books and guides published by private agencies as well.
You may make full use of the material available in the ‘Subject Tests Preparation Center’. Official SAT Practice Test of the College Board is available on its web site, www.collegeboard.com .
You can learn the nuances of the test format of each subject, reinforce your test-taking skills, and focus on areas where you need additional study.
You can download the SAT Subject Tests Preparation Booklet free of cost from the web site, and gather further details of the tests.
For securing high scores in reading and writing, you should have good proficiency in the English language.
Reading English language newspapers, magazines, and books of quality will help you in this area. Listening to English news and discussions in the television channels has mnay advantages.
Make a habit of referring to the dictionary. You should try to write quickly passages or summaries of stories in your own words.
Studying carefully a couple of books on correction of common errors, and attempting deliberately to use correct expressions will make your speech and writing free from such errors. Try to gain speed in using a calculator for solving mathematical problems.

B.S. WARRIER