Student notes: obey the goal: the SAT reading & writing trap

Short answer: Reread the goal. The answer does exactly that, even if it skips most notes.

The trap, in one question

Tempting answer: Ruth Kale designed the 1931 bridge.

Correct answer: The Harlow Bridge stretches 2,800 feet.

How to spot it in 3 seconds

Reread the goal. The answer does exactly that, even if it skips most notes.

FAQ

What is the student notes: obey the goal trap on the SAT?

Example: Notes: The Harlow Bridge opened in 1931. Ruth Kale designed it. It is 2,800 feet long. Goal: emphasize the bridge's length. The tempting answer is Ruth Kale designed the 1931 bridge.; the correct answer is The Harlow Bridge stretches 2,800 feet..

How do you avoid the student notes: obey the goal trap?

Reread the goal. The answer does exactly that, even if it skips most notes.

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