I took the SAT 2 days ago. For the essay section, I think I did really…really…REALLY well analyzing the author’s argument. However, I think ive made a few dumb mistakes.
So the 2 mistakes I made were of the following:
- When I wrote my thesis, I think I worded it wrong. So one of my points in the thesis said "The author used a statement from an authority to persuade the reader to help fund a school's playground." It would've been more clear had I said "The author used appeal to authority to persuade the reader..."
The authority was the mayor of Chicago.
Do you think those mistakes will make me have a low score? I expect a perfect score, but I think those mistakes will prevent me from having that or even a good score.
- I forgot to write an introduction and conclusion. I know that's stupid, but I literally forgot. I wrote a one sentence thesis, and then 3 body paragraphs that are 5-7 sentences long.
Next time I retake the SAT, must I write an introduction and conclusion and how long should they be? Remember, I only get 50 minutes to read, analyze the argument, and write an essay.