Simplifying Sentences for Success on ACT English and SAT Reading & Writing

Discover powerful techniques to break down complex sentences and boost your grammar skills. Learn how simplification can be your secret weapon for tackling tricky questions and improving your scores.

Sentence Simplification Guide for SAT/ACT: Part 1

Simplifying sentences is a powerful technique that can help you tackle a variety of questions on the SAT and ACT, including:

• Subject-Verb Agreement

• Modifier Errors

• Verb Tense

• Pronoun Agreement

By stripping a sentence down to its essential elements, you can more easily identify grammatical relationships and spot errors. This guide (Part 1 of a 3-part series) will introduce you to the first two simplification techniques.

Simplification Technique 1: Eliminating Modifiers