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SAT Grammar Topics Table

The document outlines various SAT grammar topics categorized into sentence structure, verb usage, pronoun usage, punctuation, word choice, logical structure, and effective language use. Each category includes specific topics to learn, such as identifying sentence fragments, ensuring verb tense consistency, and using punctuation correctly. Additionally, optional topics like idioms and the distinction between countable and uncountable nouns are also covered.

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SAT Grammar Topics Table

The document outlines various SAT grammar topics categorized into sentence structure, verb usage, pronoun usage, punctuation, word choice, logical structure, and effective language use. Each category includes specific topics to learn, such as identifying sentence fragments, ensuring verb tense consistency, and using punctuation correctly. Additionally, optional topics like idioms and the distinction between countable and uncountable nouns are also covered.

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Complete SAT Grammar Topics Table

Category Topic What to Learn

Sentence Structure & Agreement


Sentence Fragments Identify incomplete sentences that lack a subject or verb

Run-on Sentences & Comma Splices Fix sentences incorrectly joined without proper punctuation

Parallelism Ensure repeated structures follow the same pattern

Modifier Placement Correctly position adjectives/adverbs and modifiers to avoid confusion

Dangling Modifiers Fix modifiers that don't clearly describe a subject

Subject-Verb Agreement Match the verb form to the subject (even with distractors in between)

Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement Make sure pronouns match the nouns they replace in number and clarity

Logical Comparisons Compare similar items grammatically and logically

Coordination & Subordination Use conjunctions to join ideas properly

Verb Usage Verb Tense Consistency Keep the same tense within a sentence or paragraph

Verb Form Use correct forms like 'to run' vs 'running' or 'ran'

Irregular Verbs Learn past and past participle forms (e.g., 'swim - swam - swum')

Sequence of Tenses Choose correct tense when multiple actions are described

Pronoun Usage Pronoun Case Use correct form (e.g., I/me, he/him, who/whom)

Pronoun Clarity Avoid ambiguous references


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Reflexive Pronouns Use 'myself', 'yourself' correctly in context

Punctuation Commas In lists, after introductory phrases, around clauses

Semicolons Join two independent clauses; separate items in complex lists

Colons Introduce a list, explanation, or quotation after a complete sentence

Dashes Insert a break in thought or emphasize information

Apostrophes Show possession or contractions

End punctuation Proper use of periods, question marks, and exclamation marks

Word Choice & Clarity Frequently Confused Words e.g., affect/effect, than/then, its/it's

Redundancy Eliminate repeated or unnecessary words

Wordiness Cut extra, non-essential words for concise writing

Tone and Style Match formality, avoid slang in formal passages

Diction Choose the most precise and appropriate word for the context

Logical Structure & Transitions Transition Words & Phrases e.g., however, therefore, in addition, on the other hand

Adding/Revising/Deleting Sentences Improve flow and clarity by adjusting content

Sentence and Paragraph Order Rearranging for logical progression of ideas

Effective Language Use Active vs Passive Voice Prefer active voice unless passive is appropriate
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Formal vs Informal Language Match tone to academic standards

Clarity and Precision Eliminate vague or unclear references

Combining Sentences Merge short sentences smoothly for better flow

Optional Topics Idioms and Prepositions Some fixed expressions (e.g., 'interested in', 'capable of')

Countable vs Uncountable Nouns e.g., 'much money' vs 'many coins'

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