Two things are required in order to do well on any college entrance test. The first is being fully familiar with the test, what is in it and how it works - before you enter the testing room. The second is to have a clear plan for each part of the test.

The SAT essay is somewhat formulaic in that you must have an introduction, a thesis statement, at least three paragraphs devloping the thesis - with evidence, and then a concluding paragraph. Th…