... have to – INTRODUCTION TO THE SAT – 6 5658 SAT2 006[01](fin).qx 11/21/05 6:41 PM Page 6 Team-LRN SAT at a Glance There are three sections on the SAT: Critical Reading, Writing, and Math. Critical ... questions. What Is the SAT? The SAT is one of the main standardized tests colleges use to evaluate reading, writing, and mathematical skills in prospective students. Another test, the Amer- ican ... section will always be the 25-minute essay, and the last will always be the 10-minute multiple-choice writing section. The other sections can appear in any order in between. There is absolutely...