Today’s Root: bon good Word Building: bonanza – ore found in mining; a sudden windfall in wealth or luck bonbon – a piece of sweet candy; fruit or nut dipped in fondant or chocolate Sample Sentence: The excitement over the newly discovered SAT strategies created a bonanza in test scores.
Wouldn’t it be great to have the college of our dreams hand us an acceptance letter without our having to fill out lengthy applications or, better yet, without our having to write that dreaded college admissions essay? Well, very few of us have that luxury. In fact, in addition to the common app essay, many …
Today’s Test Prep Vocabulary: capricious unpredictable, impulsive Word Building: (Italian) capriccio – sudden start or motion Sample Sentence: The toddler’s capricious behavior in the candy store was driving his babysitter insane. photo credit
Today’s Test Prep Vocabulary: edict a proclamation usually issued by royalty or authority figure Word Building: (Latin) e- – out + dicere – to say Sample Sentence: The king issued a royal edict. photo credit
Today’s college essays are not what most of us remember writing about in high school. The “What I Did for Summer Vacation” type of essay will no longer pass muster at many schools where creativity and individual thinking are highly valued. Look at the following college essay topics.
Today’s Root: spir, spire
When you are ready to register for the SAT, knowing a few things ahead of time will make the registration process go more smoothly and help expedite the process. Many students assume they can register for the SAT in a matter of just a few minutes, but the College Board clearly states that this process …
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Today’s Test Prep Vocabulary: analgesic something that reduces or eliminates pain Word Building: (Greek) an- – not algein – to feel pain -ic – suffix forming an adjective Sample Sentence: The woman hoped the analgesic would provide her with relief. photo credit
Today’s Test Prep Vocabulary: parsimony
Happy Thanksgiving – On this special day, take a break from your studying and count your blessings. Each of us has been given gifts and circumstances which will allow us to succeed in different ways. Part of the college application process is discovering who you are when no one is telling you who you are …
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