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SAT Writing Focus: Nail Commas & Semicolons for Higher scores

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Confused about when to use commas or semicolons on the SAT Writing section? In this session, we’ll break down the exact rules tested on the exam, learn to spot independent vs. dependent clauses, and practice with real SAT-style questions. You’ll walk away knowing how to avoid some of the most common grammar mistakes.


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Aiden Z 🇺🇸

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Hey, I’m Aiden from Virginia. When I’m not cooking or playing tennis, I’ll be helping students get through the SAT with a little less stress.

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To get the most out of this session, please plan to stay for the full class.

If you need to leave early or join late, just let me know in the chat at the start so I’m aware.

Repeated no-shows or leaving without notice may result in removal from future sessions — it helps keep things fair for everyone.

SESSION 1

7

Oct

SESSION 1

SAT Reading & Writing

SAT Reading & Writing

Tue 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTCOct 7, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM UTC



Review the difference between independent and dependent clauses

Learn when to use commas with clauses (for example, DC + IC vs. IC + DC)

Practice correct use of semicolons between two independent clauses

Go over common SAT punctuation traps like commas between a subject and verb or after conjunctions such as “and” or “but”

Cover key test-day strategies such as choosing the shortest grammatically correct answer and using process of elimination

Work through several guided practice questions together

Finish with a short timed quiz, a recap of key points, and open Q&A




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Oct 7

1 week

60 mins

/ session

Next session on October 7, 2025

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Tuesday, Oct 7

8:00PM