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Introduction Laura Whitmore, owner of Strategic Test Prep, focuses on the digital SAT changes, especially Standard English conventions.

Standard English ConventionsThese questions start around question 15; they should be prioritized for quick points.

Verb Tense QuestionsPay attention to subject-verb agreement and tense consistency. Examples: use "has been" for ongoing past actions.

Introductory PhrasesThese must be followed by a matching subject. Example: "Upon recovering two years later" needs a corresponding subject.

Comma Placement StrategyRead sentences aloud for natural pauses and correct placement, particularly with descriptions.

Punctuation Rules

  • Colon: Needs a complete sentence before.

  • Semicolon: Use between related complete sentences.

  • Hyphen: Needed when another hyphen is present.

  • Commas: Do not separate complete sentences.

Final Tips on SemicolonsSemicolons can separate complex list items while maintaining parallel structure.

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