Tutor profile: Madeline H.

What is a good method for eliminating answer options on the SAT?

One example on how to eliminate answer options is the classic "plug-it-in" concept. Whether the question is math, writing, or reading, you can plug in each of the answer options into the question or equation, and work backwards from there. Please note, because this could be time consuming (particularly for math questions), I suggest using this method towards the end of a timed section, with questions you're really stuck on.

What is a thesis statement, and how is it important in the building of an essay?

A thesis statement is a concise summary of the main purpose of the essay, and is usually introduced in the first paragraph. The thesis allows the reader to know what the essay will be arguing, or focusing on, and helps the writer develop their piece with a clear intention.

What is emotional intelligence, and what is it impacted by?

Emotional intelligence is the collection of emotional and social knowledge and skills that predict an individuals ability to generate, recognize, express, understand and evaluate ones own and others emotions. It is positively correlated to positive relations with others and physical social network size and without that facet of intelligence, interpersonal abilities, intrapersonal abilities, stress management, adaptability, and general mood, can all suffer. Interacting with others demands that various aspects of emotional intelligence are practiced, which is vital to its development.