PSAT Syllabus
Reading and writing |
Assessing comprehension skills and ability to analyze passages from various genres |
Writing and language |
Evaluating grammar, usage, and editing skills; identifying errors and improving sentence clarity |
Math- No Calculator |
Testing problem-solving skills without a calculator; multiple choice, and grid-in questions |
Math- Calculator |
Assessing problem-solving skills with a calculator; Multiple choice and grid-in questions |
Optional Essay (PSAT) (NMSQT Essay) |
Analyzing the provided passages and writing a well-structured essay |
(1) Evidence-based Reading and Writing (EBRW)
A) Reading: This section measures your ability to understand and analyze passages from various genres, such as literature, historical documents, social sciences and natural sciences. They test your comprehension, reasoning and vocabulary skills.
B) Writing and Language: In this section, you’ll be tested on your grammar, usage, and editing skills. You’ll need to identify and correct errors and sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and word choice. Additionally, you’ll be asked to improve sentences and paragraphs, organization and clarity.
(2) Maths
A) Heart of algebra: This topic focuses on solving linear equations and inequalities,system of linear equations, and interpretation of linear functions.
A) Problem solving and Data Analyses: This section covers topics such as ratios, percentages, proportions, statistics, data interpretation, and graph analysis.
B) Passport to Advanced math: It includes more complex topics like quadratic equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, radicals, and rational expressions.
C) Additional Topics in math: This section covers Geometry, trigonometry and complex numbers.
D) The Math section includes both Multiple-choice questions and Grid-in questions.