Understanding Text Structure on the Digital SAT
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Why Text Structure Matters
Knowing how a passage is organized helps you:
- Follow the logic
- Predict what comes next
- Spot relationships between ideas
Common SAT Structures
- Cause and effect
- Compare and contrast
- Problem and solution
- Chronological sequence
Tips
- Watch for transition words: “however,” “for example,” “in contrast”
- Ask: Is the author presenting a problem? A debate? A discovery?
Use our practice mode to drill structure-based questions and track your progress.