If you're a junior or senior in high school planning to take the SAT Literature Test, consider seeking help from SAT Subject Test in Literature tutoring provided by Varsity Tutors. The SAT offers 20 subject tests covering languages, history, English, science, and mathematics. The SAT Subject Test in Literature measures your knowledge in various components related to literary texts. Do you want more information about how an SAT Subject Test in Literature preparation service can assist you? Then, contact us to learn more about our SAT Subject Test in Literature test preparation programs.
The SAT Subject Test in Literature exam contains 60 multiple-choice questions, and you have an hour to answer them. In order to do well on the test, you have to be familiar with basic literary terminology, as well as literary concepts like narrative voice and use of language. It's also recommended that you have studied college-preparatory level literary coursework for three to four years. The exam covers three different time periods listed below:
| SAT Subject Test in Literature Chronology Breakdown | Percentage of Exam |
| Renaissance and 17th century | 30 |
| 18th and 19th centuries | 30 |
| 20th century | 40 |
There are SAT Subject Test in Literature tutors who can assist you with any of the above topics. These SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructors are fluent in literary vocabulary and know a lot about authors, who range from Mary Shelley to Tennessee Williams.
Our SAT Subject Test in Literature classes grant you a flexible schedule, allowing you to engage in sessions without conflicting with other obligations. Each SAT Subject Test in Literature course also takes place in a one-on-one environment, making it less intimidating for you to ask questions. Are you struggling with understanding certain literary vocabulary words? An SAT Subject Test in Literature class tutor can help you try to comprehend their meanings by carefully going over their definitions with you. In an SAT Subject Test in Literature prep program, a tutor can provide books, websites, and other tools to cater to your curious mind. We love how our SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep programs can clarify things, as well as enable students to learn about academics outside the classroom.
The SAT Subject Test in Literature exam covers three different genres. Here they are, along with their score percentages:
| SAT Subject Test in Literature Genre Breakdown | Percentage of Exam |
| Prose passages | 40-50 |
| Poetry | 40-50 |
| Drama and other | 0-10 |
If you want to review one or more of the above genres, an SAT Subject Test in Literature prep tutor is more than happy to do that with you. They can assist you with comprehending story or poetry passages with flashcards, drills, or practice questions.
By participating in an SAT Subject Test in Literature prep program, you may learn things that you can apply to any college classes you take, especially if you're thinking about becoming an English major. You may even adopt a better appreciation of the written word. For your convenience, our SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep sessions are online, so you can associate with a tutor from anywhere with internet access. Are you ready to get started with an SAT Subject Test in Literature prep option? Then, contact Varsity Tutors, and a representative can assist you with signing up for an SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep program today.
Erica: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...English and Ancient Latin Language and Literature. I am a licensed teacher with a diversity of experience working with young people. For the past 10 years, I have tutored students of all ages and in a variety of subjects, with a strong focus on K-12 mathematics. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Elementary Education and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. I am extremely passionate about teaching and work daily to...
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- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- ISEE- Middle Level
- SAT Reading
- Elementary School English
- +77 subjects
Gabrielle: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...prepare for college entrance exams, we always have fun determining the study method that works best for them. Everybody has a different learning style and once we hone in on the right one for you, an improvement in scores will become more than apparent. Overall, I find tutoring to be an incredibly rewarding profession and I am eager to continue to support students in discovering a passion for their education. In my spare time, I...
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- Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Language & Global Studies
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- College English
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT Reading
- +29 subjects
Ruth: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage...
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- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Latin
- Reading
- ACT Writing
- +43 subjects
Karishma: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work with students. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a previously struggling student excel and to have helped them improve along...
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- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Spanish
- PSAT Critical Reading
- ACT
- +58 subjects
Tessa: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...Mathematics and History. I strive to bring students toward their lightbulb moments not by repeating facts until they're drilled in, but by helping my students understand precisely why the laws of science, the rules of grammar, and the events of history are the way they are, and by lifting the curtain on the intricacies of the subject matter. I believe that learning is, and ought to be, for its own sake. Math and philosophy, and...
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- Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- SAT Subject Test in Spanish
- +106 subjects
Harriet: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...of the content is necessary, but students also need wise strategies for working under time pressure, narrowing down answers, and understanding what the questions are really saying. I value critical thinking as my philosophy of education, because students who have developed the ability to reason through new concepts and be confident in the conclusions they reach are not only well-prepared for tests, but also well-prepared for everything they encounter in life. When not tutoring, I...
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- St. Olaf College - Bachelors, Math and Physics
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Physics
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- +41 subjects
Allegra: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...SAT and took 9 AP classes; as a student at the University of Chicago, I developed exemplary writing and critical reading skills; and as a tutor, I learned how to convey those skills to students of all ages, from many different backgrounds, in both one-on-one and group settings. Need to raise those scores? Having trouble telling a participle from a predicate? Want to make your college essay the best it can be? I'm here to...
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- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- SAT Subject Test in French with Listening
- +63 subjects
Joshua: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...in French and Francophone Studies, for which I wrote my thesis on the international art exchanges between Paris, New York and Dakar, Senegal. I also received a Certificate in African Studies from the Universit de Paris 1 - Panthon-Sorbonne and focused my research on the social exclusion of African immigrants in Western Europe. Since graduation, I have worked at a public school in Harlem as the College Counselor working with students from grades 6-12. In...
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- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
- University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in French
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
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Elizabeth: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...go beyond my primary teaching assignment and explore a more sustainable approach to economic development. I identified the potential of business to create long-term solutions to the hardships I saw in my village and started a social enterprise designed to make both a profit and a positive impact on the community. Because of my experience in Rwanda, I will be pursuing an MBA in the near future. Not only do I have a background in...
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- Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- Essay Editing
- GMAT Quantitative
- +33 subjects
Ben : SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy to its length and complexity so can lend advice on anything, namely essays. I have plenty of experience writing and have been published in a local newspaper. While I think math is the easiest subject for me to teach, writing and writing skills are my favorite to teach because to see a writers progress is an extraordinary...
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- Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- +137 subjects
Kerry: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...(especially SAT Verbal), though I have a wide range of other qualifications. For fun, I enjoy board games (a few favorites: Ghost Stories, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Dominion) and video games (Hearthstone, various indie games, and anything Legend of Zelda!), music (mostly piano, although I'm trying to learn guitar and I love singing with friends), and theater (especially improv comedy - Who's Line is it Anyway, Second City, Upright Citizens Brigade, and more).
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- Cornell University - Bachelors, Psychology
- William James College - Masters, Professional Psychology
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in French
- SAT Subject Test in French with Listening
- ACT English
- +55 subjects
Amy: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...high school math, English, college essay editing, history, and even public speaking. I strive to understand each student's strengths, weaknesses, and motivations, and to devise a personalized plan based in not just results, but personal accomplishment and goal-setting. Two of my biggest passions are learning new things and working with people. Combine those two together, and you get the exact reason why I'm here. I want to motivate and push you to accomplish what you previously...
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- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Human Rights, English, Business Management
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- SAT Reading
- SAT
- +31 subjects
Alex: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...improvement in the reading and math sections. For STEM subjects specifically, my dual major allows me to communicate math ideas better than most other tutors. I also enjoy working on essays, and I often helped my friends in college with their papers. I'm particularly passionate about math and writing, and I believe that a teacher's enthusiasm in any field is infectious for the students. In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies, listening to music,...
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- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Physics
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Physics
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- +49 subjects
Katia: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...be graduating from medical school at Rutgers RWJMS in 2020 and starting residency in Internal Medicine. I'm also a graduate of Columbia University with a BA in biology. I've always been interested in a wide range of subjects in school and love to encourage students to be enthusiastic about learning too. I often find that anxiety or fear are the first barriers to overcome in learning challenges. After that, hard work and lots of practice...
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- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Science
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M
- Science
- SAT
- +24 subjects
Apoorva: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...a M. Eng. mechanical engineering graduate student at the University of California Berkeley. I completed my undergraduate degree the University of Illinois at Chicago, majoring in bioengineering. I have been tutoring other students since high school and also have experience teaching engineering in a classroom setting. I especially enjoy teaching subjects that have a stigma for being difficult or unattainable and strive to change that perception. My strengths are math, science and standardized test preparation.
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- University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M
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Serena: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...a wide range of subjects but I'm most passionate about History, English and Literature. These are topics I love discussing in general and I'm always happy to have a chance to help someone else find enjoyment in the subject. Trying to encourage of love of learning is an important part of my teaching philosophy and I try to do so by finding out what my students are interested in. Outside tutoring; I enjoy reading and...
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- Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, History
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- European History
- +44 subjects
Kathleen: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...as a K-2 literacy tutor with A Community for Education, and this past year I worked as a kindergarten teacher at IDEA Public Schools. I will be beginning a Masters Program in Education this fall at the University of Texas at Austin with a certification in teaching 7-12th English. My goal as a professional is to unite my love of literature with my passion for social justice to become an inspirational and effective educator of...
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- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English/ Anthropolgoy
- The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, Education
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- Reading
- Comparative Literature
- SAT Subject Tests
- +20 subjects
Aaron: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...a member of the National Honors Society, and later to help students prepare for standardized tests like the SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams. I'm also a Senior Staff Writer for Columbia's student newspaper, the Daily Spectator, so I'm pretty much constantly editing and giving advice to my fellow writers. I love sharing my excitement for learning with students, and I hope to be able to provide advice, preparation and insight to make the...
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- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, English
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- +45 subjects
Gene: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...many of my peers in standardized testing to leading an English class for students at a Chinese university. While most of my experience in tutoring comes in standardized test preparation and English composition and literature, I also have a great interest in mathematics and have experience in teaching it as well. Though I tutor in a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, literature, and history. My approach to tutoring stresses deeper understanding...
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- Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, English
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- +40 subjects
Walden: SAT Subject Test in Literature test prep instructor
...nature/biology, and even cooking, but my favorite areas to teach are English Literature and History. I find that teaching children struggling in these subjects new ways of approaching their topic, whether a historical event or a classic novel, greatly improves comprehension, enjoyment of the subject, and test scores. Simply providing a new context for learning can create a better understanding that turns a weak subject into a strength. With all my students, I emphasize a...
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- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, History & English
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- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- SAT Subject Test in United States History
- SAT Subject Tests
- +33 subjects