how many classic stories should I read as a preparation for the SAT writing and critical reading parts?

Question

I'm reading Emma for jane austen now, should I read something else when I finish it?

Answer 1

Classic stories don't really matter on the SATs. There is a critical reading section, but it isn't just classics. More important than what you read, is how you read. You should find an SAT pre book and pratice on the critical reading parts until you understand the type of details you should be looking for the first time you read to save time on the exam.

I answered this because I saw your complaint that you posted three times and didn't get replies. now you have one.

Answer 2

Dear Biscuit,

Look at the website below and read the information carefully on those sections. I doubt that anything except getting practice books from the College Board or some similar ones will help. There are too many different literature passages which could be tested.

-j.

Answer 3

Do you mean "stories" as in fiction? Then read None.

"Critical reading" doesn't refer to literary criticism; it means reading carefully and analytically.

In my opinion, Aristotle is what you should read. He was the most careful and analytical thinker who ever lived.