PSAT Writing
PSAT Writing teaches students to master grammar, punctuation, and effective writing skills needed for the PSAT and beyond.
Advanced Topics
Editing for Conciseness
Cut the Clutter
Concise writing gets to the point. Remove unnecessary words and redundancy to make every sentence count.
Strategies
- Eliminate repeated ideas.
- Replace wordy phrases with single words.
- Watch for "empty" words like "really" or "actually."
In Practice
Being concise saves time for your readers and shows respect for their attention—useful in reports, emails, and texts!
Examples
Due to the fact that → Because
In order to → To
In a Nutshell
Concise writing is clear, direct, and efficient—perfect for the PSAT and real life.