Critical reading is essential for success in college. Students who do well in this section are ready for reading demands in college courses. Students who score below 151 on Reading Skills will benefit from courses designed to strengthen their ability to read critically and to write effectively about what they have read. All of the reading material is accessible to and appropriate for college-bound students. Much of the content is of special interest to Californians and reflects the diversity of cultural experience in the state. Composing Skills Score Lack of skill in sentence construction.
