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SAT Reading (2nd Edition)

Rating 3.6
Word count
102K words
Chapters
17
ISBN
9787532761449

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Summary

The book consists of three parts. Part One introduces the SAT Reading section and its answering principles, covering approaches and principles for short passages, formats and principles for long passages, formats and principles for paired passages, and the fundamental way to achieve a breakthrough in SAT Reading. Part Two provides an in-depth analysis of SAT Reading, including detailed explanations of short passages, long passages, and paired passages. Part Three offers 30 SAT Reading practice sets, including short passage practice and long passage practice.

Editor's review

SAT Reading (2nd Edition) is Mr. Zhang Yibing's systematic test-preparation guide to the reading section of the SAT. A classic supplementary title from Shanghai Translation Publishing House, this book is no mere compilation of question banks; it probes the underlying logic and problem-solving mindset of SAT Reading. Drawing on his extensive teaching experience, the author deconstructs abstruse academic articles, historical documents, and fiction excerpts into operable reading pathways, and is especially adept at guiding test-takers across the comprehension barriers created by cultural differences. While retaining the essence of its methodology, the second edition updates question-type analyses and examples to align more closely with current exam trends. Its core value lies in not encouraging mechanical drilling but in cultivating an active, critical reading habit—a capacity vital both for standardized tests and for future academic study. For students preparing in earnest, this is a key tool for moving from "understanding" to "performing."

Who it's for

A good fit for

  • High school students or self-learners planning systematic preparation for the SAT Reading section
  • Test-takers hoping to break through reading bottlenecks and understand how SAT questions are designed
  • English learners seeking to improve academic English reading and analytical skills
  • Test-preparation audiences looking for authoritative, structured guidance on reading methods

Not a good fit for

  • Short-term crammers expecting a large supply of the latest mock tests
  • Learners with very weak English foundations who need to start from vocabulary and grammar

Reading tips

  1. Read through the methodology chapters first to build an overall problem-solving framework, then put it into practice with the worked examples.
  2. Use the long, difficult passages as intensive reading material: analyze them independently, then compare with the author's explanations and reflect on differences in approach.
  3. In the later stage of preparation, return to the book's answering principles to review your wrong answers and consolidate your thinking patterns.

About the publisher

Shanghai Translation Publishing House China · Founded in 1978

Shanghai Translation Publishing House is a Chinese publisher oriented mainly toward translation and publishing. Its publications cover foreign literature, world classics and classic works, as well as social culture, folk literature and classical poetry. The database contains 2,618 titles, including Never Let Me Go, Les Misérables (2 volumes), Don Quixote (illustrated collector's edition), The Complete Comedies of Molière (4 volumes), The Complete Novels of Kafka (3 volumes), The Collected Works of Dostoevsky (9-volume set), Reason and Persons, and Oedipus Rex (Translation Classics). Its author resources include foreign writers such as Kazuo Ishiguro, Victor Hugo, Cervantes and Molière, as well as translators such as Zheng Kelu, Sun Jiameng, Li Jianwu and Zhang Kun. The publisher has brands such as "Translation Classics Selections" and "Translation Documentary," and emphasizes translated works in foreign literature and the humanities and social sciences, while also publishing bilingual dictionaries and foreign-language educational books. Public information is limited; the above is based on the book information in the database.

Contents

  1. 版权信息
  2. 序言
  3. 第一部分 SAT阅读介绍及做题规则
  4. 第一章 SAT阅读介绍
  5. 第二章 SAT短阅读形式及做题原则
  6. 第三章 SAT长阅读形式及做题原则
  7. 第四章 SAT对比阅读形式及做题原则
  8. 第五章 彻底突破SAT阅读的根本途径
  9. 第二部分 SAT阅读剖析
  10. 第一章 10篇短阅读精解
  11. 第二章 8篇长阅读精解
  12. 第三章 7篇对比阅读精解
  13. 第三部分 SAT阅读练习30篇
  14. 第一章 12篇短阅读练习
  15. 第二章 10篇长阅读练习
  16. 第三章 8篇对比阅读练习
  17. 参考答案

FAQ

What are the main differences between this book and the first edition?
The second edition has been revised and updated in line with the latest changes to the SAT, including question-type analyses and examples that are closer to the current exam, and a more concise presentation of the methodology.
Is this book suitable for completely self-directed study?
The book is clearly structured and systematically explained, making it very suitable for self-study. It provides a complete path from passage analysis to option evaluation, but requires learners to have a certain English foundation and the ability to keep themselves on track.
Does the book contain complete mock tests?
The book focuses mainly on problem-solving methods and illustrative explanations rather than on providing a large quantity of mock tests. It is better suited to building a skills system; it is recommended that you pair it with the Official Guide (OG) or other mock test collections for practice.

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About the author

张一冰 Author

Zhang Yibing is an author known for writing SAT preparation books. Public information about him is limited, and his nationality, dates of birth and death, and educational background are not clearly recorded. The six works held in the library show that his writing focuses on the reading, vocabulary, essay, grammar, mathematics, and analysis sections of the SAT. His representative works include SAT Reading (2nd Edition), SAT Vocabulary (2nd Edition), SAT Essay (2nd Edition), SAT Analysis (2nd Edition), SAT Grammar (2nd Edition), and SAT Math. Most of these titles carry a "2nd Edition" label, indicating that the content has been revised and updated, which reflects his continued attention to exam question types and preparation needs. His books are often categorized under motivational growth, and their explanations emphasize practicality and operability, making them suitable for students preparing for overseas exams to practice systematically by module. Overall, Zhang Yibing's writing style is characterized by section-by-section training and analysis, giving his SAT preparation materials a practical character.

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