Other Memory Aid
With all that you’ve done with the word in the previous steps, you may already have memorized
it. The only way to be sure, however, is to connect the word with a mnemonic. You can use our
suggestions for the words covered in Part II or come up with your own.
Step 10: Make Flashcards
The paperwork is very important, particularly if you’re trying to learn a lot of new words in a
short period of time.
Step 11: Use the New Word Every Chance You Get
Dare to be repetitious. Think of your new word knowledge as a muscle that you have to keep
working out. If you don’t keep new knowledge in shape, you won’t keep it at all.
Feel Empowered
We hope that this book will be a valuable resource for you as you continue your SAT prep.
Although studying vocabulary for the test is certainly different than it once was, you can prepare
by focusing on the areas we’ve covered here, such as word roots and mnemonics. We also
hope that you carry these skills and strategies with you throughout high school, college, and
beyond. Words are powerful tools, so understand them and use them well.