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Quantitative (Math)

Description: The Quantitative section measures mathematical problem-solving ability appropriate for upper school students. It assesses understanding of advanced mathematical concepts and ability to apply mathematical knowledge to solve complex problems.

Content Areas:

Number and Operations
Algebra
Geometry and Measurement
Data Analysis and Probability

Reading Comprehension

Description: The Reading Comprehension section measures the ability to understand and interpret complex written passages. Passages are drawn from a variety of subjects, including literary fiction, humanities, social studies, and science.

Content Areas:

Main Idea and Theme
Supporting Details
Inference
Vocabulary in Context
Author's Purpose and Tone
Figurative Language and Literary Devices
Comparative Analysis
Critical Analysis

Verbal

Description: The Verbal section measures vocabulary, verbal reasoning, and ability to relate ideas logically. It includes both synonyms and analogies appropriate for upper school students.

Content Areas:

Synonyms
Analogies

Writing Sample

Description: The Writing Sample requires students to produce a written response to one of two provided prompts: one creative and one analytical essay prompt. This section is unscored but sent to schools as a sample of the student's writing ability.

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Quantitative (Math) Categories

Algebra

Advanced algebraic concepts and techniques.

Functions:
Understanding and interpreting functions and their graphs.
Linear Equations and Inequalities:
Solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities.
Polynomials:
Operations with polynomials, including factoring.
Quadratic Equations:
Solving quadratic equations using various methods.
Systems of Equations:
Solving systems of equations algebraically and graphically.
Word Problems:
Translating complex word problems into mathematical expressions and solving.

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Data Analysis and Probability

Advanced data interpretation and probability concepts.

Counting Methods:
Understanding permutations, combinations, and the fundamental counting principle.
Data Interpretation:
Analyzing and drawing conclusions from data sets and graphs.
Probability:
Calculating probabilities of single and combined events.
Statistics:
Understanding mean, median, mode, range, and standard deviation.

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Geometry and Measurement

Advanced geometric concepts and measurement.

Circles:
Properties of circles, including arcs, chords, and sectors.
Coordinate Geometry:
Graphing and analyzing geometric shapes in the coordinate plane.
Lines and Angles:
Properties of lines, angles, and their relationships.
Polygons:
Properties of various polygons and calculation of interior angles.
Solid Geometry:
Properties and volume/surface area calculations of three-dimensional figures.
Triangles:
Properties of triangles, including the Pythagorean theorem.
Trigonometry:
Basic trigonometric ratios and solving right triangles.

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Number and Operations

Advanced understanding of numbers and numerical operations.

Exponents and Roots:
Calculations involving exponents and radicals.
Rational and Irrational Numbers:
Understanding and operating with rational and irrational numbers.
Real Numbers:
Properties and operations of real numbers.
Scientific Notation:
Using and calculating with scientific notation.

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Reading Comprehension Categories

Author's Purpose and Tone

Understanding why the author wrote the passage and identifying tone.

Author's Purpose:
Determining the author’s intent in writing the passage.
Author's Tone:
Identifying the author’s attitude or feelings conveyed in the passage.

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Comparative Analysis

Comparing and contrasting ideas or themes within the passage or between passages.

Compare and Contrast:
Analyzing similarities and differences in concepts or ideas.
Cross-Reference:
Connecting information from different parts of the passage.

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Critical Analysis

Evaluating arguments, reasoning, and effectiveness of the passage.

Argument Evaluation:
Assessing the strength and validity of arguments presented.
Logical Fallacies:
Identifying errors in reasoning or logical fallacies.

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Figurative Language and Literary Devices

Recognizing and interpreting literary devices and figurative language.

Irony:
Recognizing irony and understanding its effect on the passage.
Metaphors and Similes:
Understanding comparisons made using metaphors and similes.
Symbolism:
Identifying symbols and their meanings within the text.

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Inference

Drawing conclusions based on information implied in the passage.

Implicit Meaning:
Understanding meanings that are not directly stated.
Logical Conclusions:
Making logical deductions from the text.

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Main Idea and Theme

Identifying the central message or theme of the passage.

Central Idea:
Determining the central idea of the passage.
Theme:
Identifying overarching themes and messages.

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Supporting Details

Recalling specific facts or details from the passage.

Evidence:
Identifying evidence that supports arguments or points.
Examples:
Recognizing examples that illustrate concepts.

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Vocabulary in Context

Determining the meaning of words based on context.

Contextual Clues:
Using contextual clues to infer the meanings of unfamiliar words.
Determine Word Meaning:
Determining the meaning of words based on contextual information.

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Verbal Categories

Analogies

Testing ability to relate complex ideas and concepts logically.

Cause and Effect Relationships:
Understanding relationships where one term causes the other.
Classification Relationships:
Understanding hierarchical or categorical relationships.
Logical Relationships:
Identifying logical connections between concepts.
Semantic Relationships:
Understanding relationships based on word meanings.

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Synonyms

Testing advanced vocabulary knowledge by identifying words with similar meanings.

Advanced Vocabulary:
Challenging words appropriate for upper school students.
Contextual Vocabulary:
Determining word meanings based on context.
Nuanced Meanings:
Understanding subtle differences between similar words.

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Writing Sample Categories

Writing Skills

Assessment of the student’s ability to write coherently and effectively.

Content Development:
Development of ideas and use of supporting details.
Language Use:
Grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
Mechanics:
Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.
Organization:
Logical structure and flow of the essay.

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