Is the dreaded SAT Writing Test weighing heavily on your mind? Get in shape to tackle it with this in-depth writing workout. In comfortable CliffsNotes? style, you'll get the information you need to improve your score--fast! Part I: Introduction ? An overview of the new SAT exam ? An overview of the Writing Test, including the essay and multiple-choice questions ? A diagnostic test Part II: The Essay and Verbal Review ? Essay writing skills, from topic sentences to conclusions ? Rules to review and remember ? Sample essays with critiques on why they are good and how they could be better ? Review of grammar and usage you need to know ? Practice with multiple-choice questions ? Practice writing essays Part III: Practice Exams ? Four full-length practice tests with complete answers and explanations ? Two model essay responses per test, each with suggested scoring and detailed analysis